Day 116 Sunday 10/01/10

The highlight of the week - a trip into Jeita!  As the water levels seemed low for this time of year, we were very fortunate to be able to have a caving trip into the depths of this spectacular show cave, the longest in Lebanon.

We (the 5 Brits and Issaam, Rena and Hiba) entered via the lower entrance of the show cave, which consists of a 660m long lake. This time we were in boats and not swimming but it is still fantastic (apart from the uncoordinated rowing!).  The cave is beautifully decorated and the sounds of dripping water echo all around.

Once we had reached the end of the lake, we climbing up and down over boulders to Chaos and the Step.  The water at the Step was extremely high and strong. Eric, Steve and John went on for a short distance and even inflated the new dinghy from Scarborough but could not proceed further.

A great trip was had by all - thanks to the show cave management and SCL for arranging access.