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IT'S ONE OF THE SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD...

 ...and it tops many a bucket list, but there is so much more to this place than the (undeniably impressive) ruins of Machu Picchu.

When you make the decision to do this challenge, and it is something we frequently hear in the office, it is often because you've always wanted to see Machu Picchu. But if you're looking to really let this magical place get under your skin and make the most of the whole experience, here is what truly makes this trip unforgettable:

The Bhutan appeal in 6 words

 Our Kilimanjaro trekkers set out on 23rd of September for the roof of Africa and we thought - why not go with them! We have clips at key stages of their trip to capture the moment and their amazing progress through their experience.

Short of actually being there, our experienced trek leader Jo called us at key points on the route to give us an update on how the group were progressing and what it feels like to reach the top. 

Listen in to the audio blogs below from the Mount Kilimanjaro trek if you want an insight into what to expect if you took on the challenge or if you just want to relieve that exhilarating experience! 

Make this New Year one to remember, by scaling the highest free standing mountain in the world - at 5,896 m! 

After the hectic Christmas period and full to the brim with plenty of good food, drink and company, it's refreshing to take a step into an unknown and remote setting and achieve something AMAZING. Why not escape reality and figure out what you want to gain from the coming year, experience something completely different and perhaps a little outside of your comfort zone to start the new year the way you want it to continue?

Are you feeling the urge to strike out on your own but have a few concerns? Don't worry, we've got it covered. 

People sometimes have a slightly worried tone when they tell us that they’re signing up to a challenge on their own. As though we may immediately slap a large single supplement on them, or assume it means they have no friends. We always reassure them that the vast majority of people on our trips register alone and return richer in friendship.

Our challenges – whether you are fundraising or not – are different than holidays. Most people wouldn’t dream of going on a relaxing/sightseeing holiday without their partner or a friend. The nature of our trips, pushing yourself physically and mentally each day in the structure of a tight-knit group with professional leaders, is completely different. And if you’re fundraising for months beforehand, it’s a lot harder to do that as a group or couple if you all know the same people.