If you’re looking for something different, exciting and challenging to raise money for Spread a Smile, then look no further. Through our partners Charity Challenge, we have a range of overseas treks and challenges for you to join. Take a look below for five of our favourites and also check out the Charity Challenge website for more inspiration. Get in touch at fundraising@spreadasmile.org to join Team Smile!
Sahara Desert Trek, Morocco
Sun 02 Mar – Sun 9 Mar 2024
Rediscover true adventure in the awe-inspiring Sahara Desert. This 5 day trek covers 100km; passing through Morocco’s forbidding landscape punctuated by peaks, gorges, dunes and oases. At night, sleep under Africa’s star strewn skies and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality. More info here.
Trek to Petra, Jordan
Sat 28 Oct – Sat 04 Nov 2023 | Sat 23 Mar – Sat 30 Mar 2024 | Sat 18 May – Sat 25 May 2024
Discover the best of Jordan in this exhilarating 5 day trek along part of the Jordan Trail. Trek across deserts, ascend mountains, traverse high ridges and down into wadis. Camp under the stars, Bedouin-style in the desert and delight in the ancient hidden Rose city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. More info here.
Everest Base Camp, Nepal
Thurs 9 Nov – Sun 26 Nov 2023 | Thurs 7 Mar – Sun 24 Mar 2024
Beginning in Lukla, follow the footsteps of Hillary and Tenzing Norgay – the first climbers to ever summit Everest. Walking in the shadow of the world’s highest mountain, you will traverse gorges, visit the Everest Memorial Ground and trek through the Khumbu ice fall until you reach Base Camp. The higher you go, the harder the trek will become, pushing you and your body to the limit. More info here.
Kilimanjaro Summit Climb, Tanzania
Wed 11 Oct – Sun 22 Oct 2023 | Wed 17 Jan – Sun 28 Jan 2024
At a colossal 5,895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the largest volcanoes to ever break through the Earth’s crust. Our challenge is to clamber above the sea of clouds to its summit. We begin in the lush rainforests of the Lemosho Glades, climbing towards the Shira Plateau – is the perfect spot to aclimatise. From here we can see our goal: the ice-capped peak of Kibo. More info here.
Dalai Lama Himalayan Trek, India
Fri 03 Nov – Tue 14 Nov 2023 | Fri 15 Mar – Tue 26 Mar 2024
From the madness of Delhi, to the beauty and tranquillity of the Indian Himalaya, this unique 5 day expedition is the perfect introduction to India. Follow the Uhl River, through the heart of the world’s highest mountain range in Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan community are located. More info here.
Be inspired by our 2023 trek to Mount Toubkal, Morocco…