Bkassine Pine Forest Afternoon Hike & Sunset Iftar

Date: Sun, Mar 01, 2026

Location: Bkassine - Jezzine

Level: Level 1 — Foundation

Low vertical load. Builds base endurance and uphill rhythm.

Effort Score: 43

Calculated using equivalent mountain load (distance + vertical demand)

Distance: 5 km

Elevation Gain/Loss: + 60m/- 256m

Fees: $ 22

Seats Left: 30

Join us on March 1 2026, for a relaxing short afternoon hike inside the famous Bkassine Pine Forest, one of the largest and oldest pine forests in Lebanon.

We will walk through the shaded trails of the forest and surrounding valleys, then finish near the bus at a beautiful mountain viewpoint where we will enjoy Iftar during sunset over the Jezzine mountains.

After Iftar, we will light a bonfire gathering, relax, chat, and spend a calm evening in nature before heading back home.

⚠️ No need to carry food during the hike — you can leave your meals in the bus since the finish point is right next to it.

You may bring:
Ready meals
Food to grill (optional)
Food to heat on the fire.

Schedule:
Start Time: 2:00 PM

Required Gear:
Iftar meal + water
Hiking shoes suitable for trails
Light jacket
Cap / hat
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Backpack
Hiking pole (recommended)
Earphones (optional)

Trail Details:
• Distance: ≈5KM
• Elevation gain/loss: +50m / -236m
• Level: Easy

Participation Fee: 22$
What’s Included:
• Transportation by a comfortable Pullman.
• Guiding, and assistants.

Departure Points:
• 12:30 PM – Sour
• 1:15 PM – Saida (Spinneys)
⏰ Please be on time.

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Am I Ready for Level 1?

Can walk 6 km continuously
Can climb approximately 20 floors without stopping
Comfortable with sustained uphill effort
Prefer steady pace over frequent long breaks

If unsure about your conditioning, start one level below and progress gradually.

Elevation Profile

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