11 Jan 2025

Snowshoeing - Qanat Bakish Snowshoeing - Maten District

  • Qanat Bakish is a picturesque landscape, abundant in panoramic views situated on Mount Sannine near Faqra.

    The views are truly breathtaking, especially when blanketed with snow. We will relish a stroll on the snow-covered peaks of our beautiful country, feeling the crisp breeze amidst the stunning scenery.

    Our path will lead us to a charming and relatively undiscovered cedar forest, where the views are truly awe-inspiring! As customary, there will be two levels of difficulty.

    The easy level will offer a leisurely walk, featuring gentle ascents and descents—perfect for capturing picturesque moments. It promises to be a delightful snowshoeing session and a wonderful day with the group.

    The harder level entails a moderate walk with extended ascents, though not overly steep. This level is exclusively for experienced walkers.

    Both levels will have the opportunity to witness the largest illuminated cross globally, located in Bakish. Standing at a height of 73.8 meters and a width of 37 meters, it is named "The Cross of all Nations."

    Equipped with two elevators, it accommodates up to 300 visitors, granting access to a platform situated at its vertical beam. Illuminated by 1800 spotlights, it was inaugurated on September 13, 2010.

    Both levels will reconvene for lunch at a scenic spot amidst the snow.

    WHERE: Qanat Bakish
    Metn
    1900m above sea level
    48 km from Beirut

    WHEN: Saturday, January 11

    MEETING PLACE: 7:30 AM in the parking of Sagesse School in Jdeideh, facing the public garden. (See map on: https://www.vamos-todos.com/Pages/ParkingMap.aspx) There will be a breakfast stop along the way.

    PRICE: 40$ per person including transport, snowshoes, guides and insurance.
    Kindly get the exact change.
    You can register now at all branches of Antoine Library or on the following link:
    https://www.antoineticketing.com/?event_group_id=26

    WHAT TO GET: Snowsuit (or any waterproof clothing), waterproof boots (preferably after-ski boots), or get thick nylon bags to cover your walking shoes, wool socks (and an extra pair for changing, hat and gloves, lunch, light snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits, water, sunglasses and sunscreen.

    SPECIAL RATES:
    - Children with the age of 10 and younger will have a discount of 5$.
    - Children/ Teenagers between the age of 11 and 18 will have a discount of 4$.
    - University students will have a discount of 3$ provided that they present their university card.
    - Groups with 5 to 9 persons, with different criteria than the above, will get a 2$ discount.
    - Groups with 10 or more persons, with different criteria than the above, will get a 3$ discount.

    PAYMENT TERMS:
    - Cancellation with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged half-price.
    - Reservations with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged an extra 2$.
    (e.g. Cancelling or booking for a Sunday’s event on Saturday will be subject to the above terms).

    ESSENTIAL ECOTOURISTIC RULES & REGULATIONS
    - Smoking is strictly prohibited during the event
    - Always follow the guide on the designated trail
    - Do not go off road without notifying the guide
    - Do not get close to a cliff especially when the guide in charge tells you not to do so
    - Although accidents are covered by the insurance but they remain under the responsibility of the member
    - Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur. Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.

    RESERVATION: Every day from 8am till 5pm on 03-917190 or 79-115001. It is preferable to send an SMS or WhatsApp from your mobile, giving your name, surname, and the event you wish to join.

    COLLABORATION:
    - “Sports Experts” is the exclusive sports gear and outfit sponsor of Vamos Todos. Members will get a special discount at all “Sports Experts” branches in Lebanon.
    - “LIA insurance” is the exclusive insurance company sponsor of Vamos Todos.

    Regards,
    Vamos Todos
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