07 Jul 2024

Hiking Trip - Wadi Jhanam - Doniyeh District

  • Wadi Jhannam….The Valley of Hell…the name is quite frightening, but in fact it is heaven on earth.
    Otherwise known as “Wadi al Zouhour” or “Wadi Kmamine”, this valley is among the most beautiful valleys in Lebanon. Wadi Jhanam includes endless sources of water and the majority of its amazing landscapes. It is full of greenery, dense trees, wonderful views, and lots of water. River Mousa flows with such vigor, that you can hear it all throughout the valley.

    The path will be mostly by the river bank, and so you will never feel the heat of the sun.
    This hike is ideal in the summer season. The trees provide lots of shade, and the river cools down the temperature.

    Wadi Jhannam is in Donniyyeh district, but it is reached from Akkar. The valley includes endless sources of water and the majority of its amazing landscapes is located in a small village called “Qmamine” in Doniyeh casa.

    Our hike will be divided into 3 levels:
    Level 2 – will do a tour inside the village and visit its major water sources where most of the local spend their free time. It will be an easy walk that will allow you to enjoy this valley and its resources. They will then take their time to relax by the river on “Jisr el Nahr”.

    Level 5 – will take an uphill track slightly steep but definitely worth every effort as they will reach the main water source “Nabeh el Tine” of the village from which you can drink a very clean and refreshing water directly from the source. They will take a fascinating trail between the trees that sunlight can barely touch reaching a typical village house where Level 5 will stop and take a rest before having lunch.

    Both levels will meet at the village house where locals will prepare homemade food such as “Kebbe Kras” and other specialties of the Doniyeh region prepared with passion and tradition.

    WHERE: Wadi Jhannam
    Donniyyeh
    125 km from Beirut
    750 m above sea level

    WHEN: Sunday, July 07

    MEETING PLACE: 7:00 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: 170,000 LL per person including transport, guides, insurance and lunch.
    Kindly get the exact change to avoid transmitting germs.
    You can register now at all branches of Antoine Library or on the following link:
    https://www.antoineticketing.com/?event_group_id=26
    Looking forward to see you! Until then stay safe.

    DO NOT FORGET TO:
    • Get your own light snack that will boost your stamina and keep you energetic.
    • Equip yourself with your own water bottles a cap and sunscreen.
    • Distancing from each other is a must, offering or sharing snacks are not encouraged. Keep a windproof jacket in your backpack.

    WHAT TO GET: Medical face masks, Handgel, lunch, 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 25’000 LBP
    - Children/ Teenagers between the age of 11 and 18 will have a discount of 20’000 LBP
    - University students will have a discount of 15’000 LBP provided that they present their university card
    - Groups with 5 to 9 persons, with different criteria than the above, will get a 5’000 LBP discount
    - Groups with 10 or more persons, with different criteria than the above, will get a 10’000 LBP 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 5’000 LBP
    (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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