Established in 1998, this small reserve - cut in half by the Rachidiye refugee camp - is an important sanctuary for birds, endangered turtles, bats and other wildlife, as well as containing a beautiful stretch of golden sandy beach. The reserve is made up of two 'zones': the conservation area, which is open to the public every day except Sundays, and the recreation area, open all the time.
There is no entrance fee, but a donation is highly appreciated and goes towards continuing the reserve's valuable work. The northern portion of the reserve is open to the public for swimming. For more information, including hiking and route maps, visit www.destinationlebanon.gov.lb and follow the links to Tyre coast.
