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TOP UK AND OVERSEAS CHALLENGES FOR 2026

November 6, 2025

With the last of our 2025 challenges underway and the year’s end in sight, it’s only natural to start thinking about what comes next – new goals, new destinations, and new challenges to conquer in 2026. Whether you’re dreaming of summiting the UK’s most iconic peaks or venturing overseas for a bucket-list challenge, there’s no better time to start planning your next adventure than now!

To spark your inspiration, we’ve rounded up our most popular and best-selling Charity Challenge adventures for 2026 – both here in the UK and overseas.


TOP 5 UK CHALLENGES FOR 2026

A group of smiling people posing for a selfie at the trig point on the peak of a mountain during the National Three Peaks Challenge.

National Three Peaks Challenge

Considered one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges, brace yourself for a fast-paced and physically challenging adventure, as you take on the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales – all within 24 hours!

3 days | UK | Tough


5 trekkers stood in a line on Snowdon in Wales, with their arms stretched out, in front of a pink sunrise skyline.

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) at Night Challenge

Trek under the starry skies of Snowdonia to reach the summit of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) – the tallest mountain in Wales. A unique way to challenge yourself and your senses.

2 days | UK | Tough


Two people smiling in front of Tower Bridge in London, holding up their Charity Challenge medals, after completing their Thames Footpath Challenge.

Thames Footpath Challenge

An epic 42km journey through London, following the Thames Path from Hampton Court and trekking a marathon distance to Millennium Bridge. On your journey, take in historical green spaces and iconic landmarks!

1 days | UK | Tough


A group of trekkers walking down one of the undulating cliffs of the Seven Sisters, part of the South Downs way challenge.

South Downs Challenge

A stunning marathon distance trek along some of the UK’s most famous coastal scenery, including the stunning Seven Sisters and Beachy Head, before finishing in Eastbourne.

1 days | UK | Tough


A group of smiling people riding bikes through a section of Grizedale forest in the Lake District.

Lake District Triple Challenge

Three activities, one epic challenge! Trek to the summit of one of the Lake District’s most iconic peaks, the Old Man of Coniston, off-road mountain bike the trails of Grizedale forest and kayak across Coniston Water.

2 days | UK | Challenging


TOP 5 OVERSEAS CHALLENGES FOR 2026

Trekkers climbing some steps on a section of the Great Wall of China, with a watchtower in the background, and lush greenery surrounding the wall.

Great Wall Discovery

One of the ‘New Wonders of the World’, the Great Wall of China is a thrilling challenge of ups, downs, twists and turns. With 10,000 deliberately uneven steps, this trip will challenge even the most dedicated trekker.

9 days | China | Challenging


A line of trekkers in the Sahara Desert, walking across sandy desert plains under an orange sky.

Sahara Desert Trek

This breathtaking five-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.

8 days | Morocco | Challenging


A group of trekkers, walking alongside some rural farmland in the Himalayas, with some snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya mountains in the background.

Dalai Lama Himalayan Trek

A perfect introduction to India, this trek begins and ends at the heart of the world’s highest mountain range in Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan community are located.

11 days | India | Challenging


A group of trekkers smiling together at the summit of Mount Toubkal in Morocco.

Mount Toubkal Trek

This challenge will have you scrambling over northern Africa’s tallest peak – Jebel Toubkal, standing at a majestic 4,167m! We finish in the vibrant Moroccan city of Marrakech.

6 days | Morocco | Tough


A pair of trekkers walking across a rocky ridge, surrounded by the volcanic peaks and lakes of Iceland.

Icelandic Lava Trek

Host to some of Europe’s most incredible wilderness, this Icelandic itinerary takes in thundering waterfalls, steaming lava fields, plunging fjords and spouting geysers. Trek 58kms over 3-days through one of the planet’s most volcanic regions.

5 days | Iceland | Tough


If you have any questions about our challenges, please get in touch at info@charitychallenge.com and our dedicated team would be happy to help.

Don’t wait for the new year to set your goals – book your 2026 Charity Challenge today and make a difference through adventure.

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