Tour & Activity Scams in Beirut

Fake Political Tour and Safe Passage Scam

Scammers offer "authorized political history tours" or claim to arrange safe passage through certain Beirut neighborhoods, charging hefty premiums and claiming connections to local authorities or militia groups. They pose as "fixers" or security consultants, collecting upfront fees but either never showing up or delivering substandard or potentially unsafe experiences. Some claim they can guarantee access to restricted areas by paying "unofficial fees" to officials.