Cedars of Becharre to Bekaakafra sunset snowshoeing
During this time of the year, sunset snowshoeing is the best choice for nature lovers due to the beautiful sceneries where the sun reflects its color on the snow during sunset.
We will enjoy our snowshoeing event this time in North of Lebanon between the cedars of Becharre and Baakafra (the birth place of St Charbel).
Becharre in Syriac origin, “Beit Shary”, meaning “begin” or “strength and stability”, in Aramaic the house of truth and it was known as Buissera by the Crusades.
A former Phoenician village where cedar wood was exploited in antiquity, Bcharre rises to 1400m in North Lebanon, in the heart of a majestic and fierce nature. The village, with a rather urban character, stands out above all for its exceptional natural environment marked by the presence of two UNESCO World Heritage sites, namely the millennial forest of the Cedars of God and the Holy Valley of Qadisha, home to meditation and asceticism since the beginning of the Christian era during the 7th century.
Aramaic was spoken in Bsharri well into the 19th century. As a result, Bsharri natives developed an unmistakably strong accent that lasts to this day.
Bekaa Kafra is a village located in the Bsharri District. It is the birth town of Saint Charbel. Bekaa Kafra has an altitude ranging from 1500 m to 2000 m at its highest point, making it the highest village in Lebanon and one of the highest in the Middle East.
The name Bekaa Kafra comes from the Syriac language and means “mountain crack village”
Description of the trail:
We will start this beautiful and moderate hike from Becharre at an altitude of 1950 m to the Village of Bekaakafra at an altitude of 1800 m passing by cherry orchards and amazing views of the mountains surrounded by us as well as the qadisha valley. The highest point we reach is 2100 m.
Before reaching the village of St Charbel, we will pass by a beautiful location near St Charbel statue at an altitude of 1850 m to check the amazing sunset hiding behind the clouds. Then, after the sunset a 40 mins hike will take us to the village of Bekaakafra.
After the sunset snowshoeing event, we will have the opportunity to visit the birthplace of St Charbel. UNESCO classified it as a typical traditional Lebanese village.
N.B.:
– Date: Sunday February 08, 2026
– All cancellations made Saturday will be requested the full cost of the tour. Thank you for understanding.
– Destination: Becharre, Bekaakafra
– 117 kms away from Beirut
– Meeting point in jal dib & downtown Beirut
– Every participant should be responsible for the raquette and the hiking stick after obtaining them and he/she should deliver them when we finish the event.
– Please don’t smoke during the hike
– Follow the guide instructions
– Breakfast stops on the road
– We can pick up hikers on our way.
REMARK:
Early reservations are highly recommended by confirming your attendance on the event by calling +961 03 422 493
Max min Elevations: 1950 m – 2100 m – 1850 m
Meeting points:
1- @11:00 am: jal dib near DHL and Banque Libano Francaise facing the Canadian embassy (we can pick our hikers that live on our way)
2- @ 10:30 am: near Al Amine Mosque downtown Beirut.
Departure: 11:00 am from Jal dib (plz be on time)
10:30 am from Al amine mosque Beirut (plz be on time)
20 mins stops on the road
Hiking distance: 10 kms (moderate)
Total hiking duration: 4.5 hrs
Moving time: 4 hrs
Required materials: Wear a snowsuit or anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. Wear waterproof boots (preferably after-ski boots) or get thick nylon bags to cover your walking shoes. Don’t forget the woolen hat and gloves. Get an extra pair of socks. Pack your backpack with water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and lunch. Energy snacks, dates, fruits, protein bars, dried fruits will be a good idea too!
Fees: 20 USD (including transportation, guidance, giveaways, but does not include medical insurance)
Extra fees: 10 USD (for raquettes rentals & hiking sticks)
Group of 5 will benefit from 1 free hiking invitation
For info and reservation call:
+961 03 422 493
KEEP HIKING, STAY HEALTHY AND THANK YOU FOR NOT SMOKING ON OUR TRIPS