Aaqoura Lakes - Baatara Waterfall - Batroun

Overview

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover Baatara Gorge Waterfall droping 255 metres (837 ft) into the Baatara Pothole. Last Visit Batroun old souk and port, overlooking the old harbor / fishermen’s port is the Maronite Saint – Stephan

Note: There's little or no water at Baatara waterfall & Aaqoura Lakes (JUNE-NOVEMBER).

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Hotel pick up and drop off

English Speaking Driver

Entrance fees to all sites

Transportation

Hike down to Baatara

What To Expect

El Aaqoura

We will get go on a short hike up the hill to get a panoramic view of the breathtaking aqoura lakes. NO WATER FROM (AUGUST TO NOVEMBER)

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Baatara Gorge Waterfall

Then we'll visit Baatara Gorge Waterfall, or as it is also known Balou’ Bala’a,The waterfall drops 255 metres (837 ft) into the Baatara Pothole, a cave of Jurassic, it’s an extraordinary sight ‘discovered’ in 1952 formed by millions of years’ worth of limestone erosion. Note: There's little or no water at Baatara waterfall (JUNE- NOVEMBER)

40 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Aaqoura - Baatara & Batroun

Pickup included

Reviews

4.71

59 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Yeah, sure.
Lloyd15S,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yeah, sure. Just keep in mind that depending on the season the lakes and waterfall may not contain water. Ali was welcoming, patient, flexible, friendly and informative.
Nice experience
franciscolH7630FK,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice experience. Nice trip. Nice guide. Nice nature. Nice company. Nice weather. Nice towns. Nice places. Nice day. Nice trip.
So many parts of Lebanon captured in 1 day! Such beautiful & breathtaking nature. Exceptionally welcoming tour guide!
ranjbarkimia,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
To begin with, the tour company was very good to work with. I had an encountered a food illness the night before the tour, and they were flexible to make an exception for me to reschedule for the next day. My tour guide, Ali, was very welcoming and ensured that I felt comfortable and happy throughout the tour. Besides the places mentioned in the tour, he offered to stop along the way if I wanted, and also offered to add in the Cedar trees hike to my plans. Keep in mind that I was the only one at the tour that day, so having tour add-ons might not work as easily if more people are in the group. Regardless, I enjoyed the short hikes so much! The hikes were super short. The longest one was 1200 m (although you’ll have the option to pick a longer one at the cedars). Even though I have seen Mediterranean terrain and mountains before, the views in Lebanon are just something else! The weather is also much cooler up there, so a hike in the summer is still very doable. The only think I would change about this tour is if I knew more information about the Phoenician wall in Batroun. What I truly enjoy about traveling besides the nature, is asking the people about their history, politics, and culture. Ali, my tour guide, really made the tour special in this sense. I enjoyed the conversations. I ended the tour knowing so much more about Lebanon than before, and it made the day truly valuable.
Perfection
795hichamj,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommended very polite and knows alot of good places, friendly and good vibes. Knows how to speak english and arabic
great trip, great guide, great company
viv67000,
Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Friendly, clear and flexible, totally recommend, speaking flawless English.! Adapted to some specific itinerary request as I was solo. Great trip! Would totally go back with him when I come back to Lebanon
Wonderfully done
G4254RYsamih,
May 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Stunning views, excellent activities and very friendly guide (Robin). Overall, would recommend to anyone visiting!
Highly recommend
Brian P,
Feb 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best day trip. My journey in Lebanon wouldn't have been complete without Robin, the founder of ZingyRide. I've known him since day one in Lebanon and continued booking his services until I departed. His honesty and enthusiasm made the trip delightful If you're planning a trip to Lebanon, I can't think of a better option. Thanks, Robin! Looking forward to crossing paths again and sharing more laughs on the road.
Magnificent day
coraliea567,
Dec 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very good day spent in the company of Mahdi who is very nice and very friendly, the different places visited were just magnificent, I will do it again with pleasure.
Lebanon, worth knowing
Olgaorc,
Oct 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trip to Beirut and Lebanon in general was a wonderful experience that I recommend, even once in your life
Good
Aysa08,
Oct 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Nice and pleasant trip, i would suggest to visit late October - November onwards when its more water in lakes and waterfall. Batroun is very cozy and beautiful small town, enjoyed our lunch and town tour. Hamza, our driver, was very helpful and fun. Thanks for organizing this tour.