05 Oct 2024

Hiking Trip - Zeaitre - Keserwan District

  • We will be visiting a small but remarkably beautiful village. Zeaitre is a unique village located in Ftouh Keserwan. The name is derived from “Berkit Zeaiter,” which refers to the Zeaiter pond that once existed in the village. Another explanation for the name is the abundance of wild “Zaatar” found in the surrounding nature.

    Standing at 750 meters above sea level and only 42 kilometers from Beirut, Zeaitre is a year-round destination. It is also the hometown of André and Jean Saade, the famous Lebanese wrestlers.

    The municipality has done a wonderful job maintaining the village’s ecosystem, creating hiking trails, and preserving its archaeological sites.

    Our hike will lead us past ancient oak trees, some between 300 and 900 years old, as well as ancient churches, Roman ruins, and old Ottoman trails that once linked villages.
    This small village boasts more than 12 kilometers of trails. You will be pleasantly surprised by the many ecotourism sites and natural beauty found in such a compact area.

    We will start our day with a breakfast prepared by local residents.
    The hike will be divided into two levels:
    • Level 4: Approximately 8 km, with some uphill and downhill sections.
    • Level 2: Approximately 3 km. This is an easier trail leading to the Roman Stairs.

    Once the hike is complete, both groups will gather in a beautiful spot to enjoy homemade food prepared by the housewives of Zeaitre, at a restored 250-year-old Lebanese house featuring traditional wooden ceilings.

    WHERE: Zeaitre / Ftouh Keserwan
    42 km from Beirut
    750m above sea level

    WHEN: Saturday, October 05

    MEETING PLACE: 8:30 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: $ 50 per person including transport, guides, insurance and lunch.
    $ 25 without lunch
    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: Light snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits, water, cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Wear comfortable shoes such as hiking shoes and always keep a windproof jacket in your backpack.

    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:
    - “LIA Assurex” is the exclusive insurance company sponsor of Vamos Todos.

    Regards,
    Vamos Todos
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