Lebanon is an important stopping-off point for migratory birds along African-Eurasian migration paths, creating a wealth of bird watching opportunities, especially during the spring and fall. The peak bird watching seasons are mid-September through mid- October, and early March to mid-April. Due to Lebanon’s diverse landscape, bird watchers are rewarded with a wide variety of species (over 300), including the rare chance to see magnificent but threatened birds such as the Imperial Eagle and the Sociable Lapwing. In addition, there are plentiful opportunities to see more common birds such as raptors, harriers, water birds, and others like the Syrian Serin and the Palestinian Songbird.

There are three key areas for bird watchers to visit. The coastal reserves, including the Palm Island Nature Reserve and the Tyre Coastal Nature Reserve, are home to numerous sea and water birds. The mountains, with sites such as the Horsh Ehden Reserve and the Al Shouf Cedar Reserve, are known for eagles, vultures, and quails. Further inland, the marshes and plains of the Bekaa Valley, such as the Aammiq Wetland, also offer plentiful bird watching opportunities. Trained guides are available in the nature reserves, and eco-tour operators run bird watching hikes and treks through many of these beautiful areas.