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The clock is ticking and you have just 24 hours to scale 24 peaks in one of Britain’s best and most beautiful settings for adventurers: the Lake District.  

It may be short, but this itinerary should not be taken lightly as the terrain is extremely varied and involves some steep ascents and descents. Over the course of 24 hours trekking time, you will ascend a total of 13,986 feet. You should be comfortable ascending peaks like Snowdon, Ben Nevis or Scafell Pike before taking on this challenge.

Your Annapurna trek passes through a more diverse range of climates, vegetation and cultures than most small countries can boast in their entirety. From lush vegetation of rain and temperate forests to the terraced rice fields the land and its people change daily, giving the trekkers a tantalising introduction to Nepal's natural beauty.

The Annapurna area was first explored by the British Adventure Colonel 'Jimmy' Roberts in 1956. Your trek begins in Pokhara passing through lush green hill country typical to the heartland of Nepal.  Tiny thatched roofed villages, set among the terraced fields, make an attractive picture with the backdrop of the magnificent snowy range of Annapurna, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri and including the most majestic peak of all the Himalayan range the Machapuchere (Fish Tail)

The trek combines spectacular mountain scenery with incredible and cultural diversity and traverses through rural farms and villages.

Enjoy the tranquillity and  the warmth and hospitality of the local Gurung tribes in the close backdrop of the Annapurna and Lamjung Himalayan range.

This beautiful trek is not for the faint-hearted as it culminates in a magical midnight glacier climb. You will feel exhausted but elated as you rise with the sun, rewarded with priceless views over the Andes once you conquer Cayambe. The trek is at very high altitude, which means acclimatisation is vital. The trip will begin in Ecuador’s capital Quito, giving the group time to feel comfortable with their surroundings before venturing off on the challenge of a lifetime. This action-packed itinerary meanders through rainforests and up and over volcanoes. Overall, however, our ultimate destination is the majestic Cayambe.

This unique expedition combines awesome Himalayan trekking with a visit to India’s exiled Tibetan community.  The challenge 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.

Your expedition follows the Uhl River through rhododendron and evergreen forests. The route takes in Hindu settlements and isolated Buddhist monasteries. The region remains largely unvisited, which makes it a pristine and unspoilt area to trek. Consider extending your stay to explore the Taj Mahal, Keoladeo National Park and Fatephur Sikri.

Eight of the world’s 14 giants meet in the Nepalese Himalayas, including the greatest of them all: Mt. Everest standing at a formidable 8,848m. Beginning in Lukla, we follow in the footsteps of the Sherpa on this epic quest trekking at high altitude. Cross numerous rivers along the way until we reach the highest point at  Kalapathar (5,545m). Take in the astonishing array of peaks and glaciers below, before celebrating in the mystical city of Kathmandu.

This tough but incredibly rewarding challenge combines the unforgettable scenery of the High Atlas Mountains with the splendour and colour of Marrakech. Our challenge sees us climbing and scrambling over the huge boulders and rocks of northern Africa’s tallest peak – Jebel Toubkal, standing at a whopping 4,167m! Although not technically climbing, the weather and terrain make this challenge extremely tough and a good level of fitness is essential. We finish in the vibrant city of Marrakech, where the southern tribesmen and Berber villagers bring their goods to the souks.

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 acclimatise. From here we can see our goal: the ice-capped peak of Kibo. We follow the impressive Southern Flank, Barranco Wall and Barafu Route to the summit. Our groups have excellent success rates (96%) for reaching the summit, however Kilimanjaro – with its 1,000m ascent and 2,000m descent – is not to be underestimated. This is one of the toughest but most exhilarating adventures you will ever embark on.

At 5,895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the largest volcanoes ever to break through the Earth's crust. Our mission: to reach the cloud-covered summit! Our challenge takes us up the beautiful Rongai route ascending through a variety of farmland and forest with the opportunity for wildlife spotting. At night the temperatures drop considerably offering clear skies. While our groups have excellent summit success rates, it is important not to underestimate the enormity of this challenge, as summit day alone sees us ascend more than 1,000m. The reward at the end are the awesome views and the immense sense of pride you will inevitably feel.

Kyrgyzstan has a rich and varied history preserved by its own geography as it is landlocked and surrounded by mountains. Gaining independence in 1991 after the breakup of the Soviet Union, Kyrgyzstan is relatively unexplored but is opening up to the world to become a great trekking destination. The 5 day self supported trek will you see explore the natural beauty of the Issyk Kul region; mountain passes; and lush green valleys with incredible vistas whilst camping in steep sided gorges.  You’ll even get to rest your weary legs in the sulphuric hot springs of Altyn Arashan at the end of your trek before heading back to Bishkek, the capital city.

This challenge runs over just one day, but with five peaks to tackle it’s certainly no walk in the park! Prepare for an exhausting but energising journey through the rugged and dramatic landscape of the Lake District, as you venture across 14 miles and tackle five of England’s most demanding peaks, including its highest – Scafell Pike. The group will climb to over 3,000 feet, crossing crags and moorland past the Langdale Pikes towards Scafell.

Rinjani volcano is one of Indonesia’s highest peaks (3,726m), forming part of the infamous Pacific “Ring of Fire”.

The challenge promises to make your visit to Lombok an unforgettable one, taking in white-sandy beaches and lush forests. At the centre of the volcano lies a stunning crater lake. It is this magnificent sight that will spur you on and reward you as you reach the peak of this gruelling climb.

Please note this challenge is graded “tough” but the heat, hummidity, steepness and length of days make it near extreme.  A high level of fitness and training is required to do this trek with enjoyment.

Brace yourself for a fast-paced and physically challenging adventure, as you take on the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales. Considered one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges, the National 3 Peaks Challenge takes in the dizzy heights of Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowdon (1,085m).

Over the course of two days, you will trek around 26 miles and ascend to a total height of almost 3,000m. This is a serious and tough challenge which requires a good level of fitness, as well as plenty of grit and determination. Ultimately, however, your hard work will be rewarded with spectacular views and a huge sense of achievement.

Please Note: We have listened to recent criticism regarding the impact that 24 Hour National 3 Peak challenges were having on the local areas. Our itinerary is designed to minimise these negative impacts. Whilst we aim to complete this challenge as fast as possible we will not do so to the detriment of local communities that this challenge passes through or with any reduction in the safety of the challenge.

The Simien Mountains are one of the major highlands of Africa, rising to their highest point at Ras Dejen (4,620m) in Ethiopia. Charity Challenge’s route up Africa’s fourth highest peak is a long way from the regular tourist trails. Instead, it leads into beautiful lowland valleys and high escarpments, dotted with Amhara villages. Tough but rewarding, the summit trek is followed by a challenging ridge route, which takes in several 4,000m peaks en route. Perhaps the biggest challenge comes on the trek from Arkwasyie as we leave the higher plateau, cross several substantial ridges and valleys and climb down the near vertical Devil's Staircase with a 900m descent to reach Lamo. This colourful itinerary includes time in historic Gondar and the capital of Addis Ababa, offering many encounters with the ancient culture of this fascinating African country.

Grab this opportunity to pit yourself against the spectacular landscape of Snowdonia National Park in this tough and exciting multi-activity challenge. Taking in the summit of Wales’ highest mountain, over the course of a single day, you’ll push yourself across a variety of terrains. 

You’ll challenge yourself mentally and physically as you take on some of the most demanding landscapes in Britain on foot, by bike and in a kayak. The trip may be short, but it is far from a walk in the park as you confront steep climbs and gruelling hills over the 36km route. 

This outstanding trek to the summit of India's magnificent mountain, Stok Kangri (6,114m), is the perfect challenge for trekkers who want to summit an Indian Himalayan Peak. It is one of the main peaks of the Zansker range, situated in the fascinating region of Ladakh. Your trekking adventure begins at Leh where you will have plenty of time to acclimatise to the high altitude. This stark region of high passes and wild mountains is softened by the immense charm of the Ladakhi villages and their inhabitants. You will spend several days acclimatising by visiting the colourful monasteries at Shey, Thikse and Hemis and visiting the world highest driveable road at Khardungla, before setting off on the memorable trek to Stok Kangri. You will trek for between 10-15kms per day and although the route is very safe and technically straightforward (involving low-angle scree and easy snow slopes), the climb up Stok Kangri is challenging and may involve the use of crampons, ice axes and ropes.

Morocco is home to the High Atlas mountain range, including Jebel Toubkal, one of North Africa’s tallest peaks.

The western range features several peaks over 3,900m – two of which we encounter. Beginning in Marrakech, we venture into Berber country to discover the majesty of the mountains.

Each day, we will spend between four and eight hours trekking across the peaks and through remote Berber villages. A good degree of fitness is required, particularly given the changeable weather conditions. The climb is not technical, however, you will be trained to use crampons and ice axes.  

Ultimately, the challenge ends with celebrations in the vibrant city of Marrakech.