Take on the challenge of a lifetime and raise funds for BCRT at the same time. From trekking in Peru to cycling in Cuba, the range of overseas challenges you can take part in to raise money towards our vital work is huge and there really is something for everyone. Here are just a few of the challenges available. Visit www.doitforcharity.com for our full itinerary.

Kilimanjaro Summit Climb 10 - 21 September 2008 5 - 14 December 2008 21 January - 1 February 2009 10 - 21 June 2009	Cuban Revolution Cycle 10 - 19 October 2008 6 -15 March 2009
Great Wall Discovery 18 - 26 October 2008 18 - 26 April 2009 9 - 17 May 2009	Peru – The Inca Trail 20 August - 13 September 2008
Iceland Trek 16 - 24 August 2008	London – Paris Cycle 10 – 14 September 2008
Sahara Trek 28 February - 8 March 2009

For the more events see www.charitychallenge.co.uk or www.charitytrek.co.uk

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Kilimanjaro Summit Climb
10 September - 21 September 2008
5 December – 14 December 2008
21 January – 1 February 2009
10 June – 21 June 2009
www.charitychallenge.co.uk

At 5,895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the largest volcanoes ever to break through the Earth's crust. Your challenge is to reach its summit.

Your trek starts in the rainforests of Lemosho Glades and heads upwards as you acclimatise on Shira Plateau. From here you will catch a glimpse of your goal Kibo, Kilimanjaro's main ice-capped peak. You continue via the beautiful Southern Flank, Barranco Wall and Barafu Route. Temperatures drop at night, allowing you to enjoy the crisp cool air under the star-studded African skies. During the days you'll rise higher; often looking down on a sea of clouds.

Our groups have excellent success rates (96%) for trekkers reaching the summit, but don't underestimate the challenge ahead. Most trekkers will never have experienced a day as tough as this, with 1,000m of ascent and over 2,000m of descent. It is however victory day!

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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Cuban Revolution Cycle
10 October – 19 October 2008
6 March – 15 March 2009
www.charitychallenge.co.uk

This ten-day cycling expedition begins in the Cuban capital of Havana and ends by the Carribean Sea in Trinidad some 350kms later. Most of the cars on the road are large American Chevys and Buicks from before the revolution, and buildings have remained untouched for more than half a century. You can't help but be touched by the friendliness and pride that the Cubans feel for their country.

Outside of Havana, there are very few vehicles on the road and as Cuba has a strong biking culture, you will fit right in. You will pass villages separated by colourful fruit orchards, sugar plantations and tree-lined avenues. You will also see the monument to Che Guevera as you pass through Santa Clara.

You will cycle through Cienfuegos, which sits in a bay facing the Caribbean Sea and has attracted pirates through the ages, and continue to the magnificent Sierra del Escambray before finally reaching Trinidad. You can spend your final evening dining and salsa dancing before returning to Havana.

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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Great Wall Discovery
18 - 26 October 2008
18 - 26 April 2009
9 - 17 May 2009
www.charitychallenge.co.uk

The Great Wall of China was originally constructed to keep out nomadic tribes who raided China's northern frontier. Your trekking challenge starts in Jinshanling with a vigorous trek that loops along the mountains either side of the Gubeikou Gateway.

Each day you will trek approximately 12kms along the stony path, twisting and winding its way along the mountains, interspersed with crumbling watchtowers.

It is demanding but also very rewarding, particularly on a clear day when you can look at the vast and beautiful mountain ranges. Your imagination will take you back several centuries to when the wall was the frontline defence of Imperial China.

On completion of your challenge you will return to Beijing to explore some of the many attractions of China's capital city: the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Lama Temple.

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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Peru – The Inca Trail
20 August - 13 September 2008
www.charitytrek.co.uk

This is deservedly the most famous footpath in South America. It has everything: gorgeous mountain scenery, cloudforest and lush sub-tropical vegetation with numerous species of flowers, a stunning destination (Machu Picchu) and, above all, the Inca remains that give the trail its name. There are Inca paving stones, Inca stairways, and Inca tunnel, and of course the ruins: Runkuracay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, Huiñay Huayna and Machu Picchu itself.

The main part of the challenge is of course, the Inca Trail. The four day trek, starts in Chilca at an altitude of 2700 metres. The ‘Royal Road’ to Machu Picchu was only reclaimed from the cloud forests in the 20th century, and clearly had important ritual functions and probably served as a sacred pilgrimage route related to the veneration of natural and celestial phenomena. Many well-preserved and finely-constructed sites along the trail also suggest that its existence was limited to the elite. Its (and Machu Picchu’s) absence from early Spanish chronicles demonstrates that its existence was not known about during colonial times, and explains why the Inca religious structures escaped destruction at the hands of the Spanish conquerors.

The trail is a paradise for botanists and birdwatchers due to the rapid succession of ecological and climatic zones, which are crossed. The region’s flora includes 60 species or orchid, and the varied avifauna includes hummingbirds and various species of birds of prey.

For most of the first day we walk through a temperate environment. The second day features the first major ascent of the trek. We follow the Llullucha valley up to the treeless puna and on to Huarmiwanusca Pass (4200 metres). From here we descend to our camp in the Pacasmayo valley (3700 metres) or at the nearby ruins of Runkurakay. On the third day we cross the second pass (4000 metres) and descend through lush cloud forest on a paved Inca pathway past the ruins of Sayajmarca and Conchamarca and continue to the third pass at Phuyupatamarca (camp). The views into the Urubamba gorge 1700 metres below are spectacular.

We make a dramatic descent along an ancient stairway to the beautiful sacred sanctuary of Huiñay Huayna (2700 metres) where we camp. Next morning, continuing to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate), we feast our eyes on the stunning Lost City of Machu Picchu spread out below. We intend to descend to the site and enjoy the peaceful scene, before dropping a further 400 metres to the railtrack town of Aguas Calientes, where we spend the night before returning to Machu Picchu to spend the whole morning exploring the ruins.

Also included on the challenge is the chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of Lima and Cusco, alongside a trip to the Floating Islands of the Uros people living on Lake Titicaca.

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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Iceland Trek
16 - 24 August 2008
www.doitforcharity.com

With its striking mix of wild volcanic landscape dotted with streaming lava fields, icecaps, glaciers, waterfalls, bubbling hot springs and geysers, the stunning Icelandic landscape is one you will never forget. See some of the most spectacular wilderness areas in Europe on our fantastic Iceland Trek. Not only will you be experiencing a trip of a lifetime, it might even change your life! Meet new friends and raise funds for Bone Cancer Research Trust.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly London – Reykjavik
Day 2: Mt Helka trekking; see old lava flows from the last eruptions
Day 3: See lakes and lava-fields of Domadalshraun; mountains of Landmannalauger; relax in some hot springs at the end of the day!
Day 4: After a challenging day trekking camp on eastern shore of Alftavatn Lake
Day 5: See Myrdalsjokull Glacier and then see Markarfljotsglijufur canyon which is well over 100 metres deep
Day 6: Stunning views of three separate glaciers
Day 7: After the last days trekking, celebrate your achievement!
Day 8: Free day in Reykjavik
Day 9: Fly back

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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London – Paris Cycle
10 – 14 September 2008
www.doitforcharity.com

Connect two of the world’s most chic capital cities as you embark on the challenge of a lifetime for charity. Cycling through beautiful English Villages and into the stunning countryside of rural France you will follow the River Seine and pass areas associated with World War I until you reach Paris, undoubtedly one of the most magical places on earth. The sense of achievement you’ll experience will be one you’ll cherish forever – an unforgettable experience awaits you.

The following gives you a breakdown of this fantastic 5-day adventure:

Day 1: Cycle form London through the Surrey countryside and over the South Downs, through the medieval town of Lewes and into New Haven. Ferry to Dieppe.
Day 2: Set out along the coast towards the beautiful Saane Valley, then head inland to Yerville, going further South to our stop for the night in Lisieux.
Day 3: Head East through villages, farmland and forests, going through Neubourg, Beaumont and finishing for the evening in Vernon.
Day 4: Follow the River Seine to Breval then Crespieres where we will soon reach our Paris finish at the Eiffel Tower, followed by a celebration meal.
Day 5: Free day in Paris before catching the Eurostar home to London.

You don’t have to be an expert cyclist to do this event and you don’t even need to have your own bike! In fact this is one of the best introductions to overseas cycling for charity as it is close to home and shorter than most other overseas challenges.

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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Sahara Trek
28 February - 8 March 2009
www.doitforcharity.com

Trekking the Sahara Desert will provide you with an unbelievable experience which you will never forget. From the vast emptiness of the desert to the warm friendship of the itinerant berbers this natural wilderness will both inspire and challenge you on what is undoubtedly the trip of a lifetime.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart London Heathrow for Marakesh, then transfer to Ouarzazate
Day 2: Drive to M’hamid and the start of the trek, heading off into the dunes
Day 3: Trekking amongst small dunes and tamarisk trees following the Jebel Bani
Day 4: A mixture of stony plateau and soft sand ending with a camp overlooking the dunes
Day 5: A morning of walking across stony flat terrain, lunch under a tree and then onto camp
Day 6: Scale the heights of Chagaga, a 100m dune where you will see fabulous views!
Day 7: Cross the Iriki Saltpan, through acacia trees and shimmering heat
Day 8: A Sunrise walk ends the trek, before we head back for a final celebration
Day 9: Transfer to Marrakech before getting a return flat to London

For more information about taking part in this challenge for BCRT please email david@bonecancerresearch.org.uk or call the fundraising office on 0113 2621852.

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