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We all know there is nothing better than advice than from someone who has been there and done it. You may know DA team member Kim, through parts one and two of her blogs on her Sahara challenge experience. 

But here is the crux of it - we've heard about the challenge itself and vitally, her top tips but what are the best and worst moments? And ultimately, who is this challenge for?

In our short interview we asked:

• What were the best bits and why
• The gritty truth - what were the worst bits and why
• You must have had worries, how did you overcome them?
• Who would you recommend this challenge too and why?

Basically the kind of honest, juicy debrief you'd have with your friend over a coffee...

Part 2:

 If you have read Part 1 you'll know that I am speaking from experience in putting this Top Tips blog together!

Yes, I did take on the Sahara Desert Trek with very short notice and minimal preparation. But that doesn't change, and in fact, further amplifies the reasons behind my tips below.

The Sahara Challenge is an incredible one, but to ensure you have the best experience possible, make sure the below are packed in your physical (and metaphorical!) kit bag: