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Posted By: sam on 05/12/2008 09:25

And challenge yourself…


We are urging everyone to aim high with New Year’s Resolutions this year and do something that will make a real difference to themselves and others.


Many high profile celebrities including Fern Britton and Chris Moyles are taking part in fundraising challenges - it does highlight the fact that anyone can do these things once you’ve set your mind to it.


We also offer Volunteer Challenges where you can stay on in the country after you’ve completed your challenge and help out in an established community project, further heightening that sense of personal achievement.


We know many of our participants want to give something back in a very practical way so we’ve designed several new Volunteer Challenges. On special departure dates we can extend stays in countries so that people can take part in hands-on community work after completing their Trek or Cycle Challenge’.


One such Volunteer Challenge in Tanazania supports an orphanage near Moshi at the base of Kilimanjaro.  The project not only provides a home for children, many orphaned or abandoned because of parental AIDS, but an educational and medical centre as well.  You can carry out whatever practical work is needed at the time of the visit as well as caring for the children.

 

If you are ready to push your own boundaries and challenge yourself why not call us today and talk through the many trips that are available, we can give you all the low down you need, many DA staff have taken part or are group leaders, so we can tell you what it’s really like!        


The Moshi Orphanage Volunteer Challenge takes place after the Masai Volcano Trek, a 10 day trek through the Rift Valley.  Departs 6 August 2009.  For full details click here >>>

Posted By: hannah on 19/11/2008 03:56

A Win, Win Situation even in the Credit Crunch


We have seen a significant increase in recent weeks of individuals signing up on our fundraising challenge events who are seeing it as high time to do something different and worthwhile with their time off from work.  Becoming increasingly deflated with news of the credit crunch, people are turning to challenge events for inspiration and expressing a wish to put their annual leave to a much better use.


Our physically-demanding Challenges take place in all corners of the world as well as in the UK, and are designed for people of everyday backgrounds and fitness levels to take part and raise money for any charity of their choice. At the same time they will gain from an experience overwhelmingly different to a sightseeing-type tour; for many it can trigger a complete change in their lives.


Trip participants can choose to support any charity – a national organisation or their local hospice or appeal – by events ranging from trekking up Kilimanjaro to cycling from Lake Titicaca to Machu Picchu in Peru. 30 different challenge ideas are featured in our brochure, covering a wide range of activities, destinations and durations.  Some events are rather closer to home than you might expect; very popular is the 5-day classic London to Paris Cycle Challenge.


Although treks feature widely you need not rely on covering the ground on foot; challenges can take place on two wheels (pedal power), on horse back, on the water and even dog-sledding and other Arctic-based activities.


Jo Bradshaw, who manages Discover Adventure’s Open Challenges as well as leading several of the trips each year, is not surprised that in the current economic climate people are searching for something more rewarding to do with their time – particularly if others are going to benefit. She states, “If you feel the time is right to push some personal boundaries, face fears, celebrate a milestone or create a turning point in your life, what better way than giving yourself an unforgettable experience of a lifetime, and doing it for a charity. It certainly is a Win, Win Situation.”

Posted By: hannah on 17/10/2008 12:47

The ultimate challenge, and an unforgettable achievement! 


Still places on our February trip: what a fabulous way to kick-start the new year! Raise money for your chosen charity or pay your own costs.


Read more about trekking Kilimanjaro here > > >

Posted By: hannah on 14/08/2008 04:11

Our 2009-10 Open Challenge brochure includes lots of inspiring new trips as well as brand new Family Challenges and Volunteer Challenges.


Click here for more details > >

Posted By: hannah on 14/08/2008 04:08

We're proud to have been nominated for the Conservation of Cultural Heritage Award in the 2008 Responsible Tourism Awards.


We are grateful to be recognised for the lengths we go to in giving something back to the communities we pass through, as well as running once-in-a-lifetime experiences for you. Thanks for nominating us.


Read about our Responsible Tourism policies > >


Read about the Community Projects we support > >

Posted By: oliver on 23/07/2008 04:50

Special discount when you book your Training Weekend at the same time as your main challenge!


Our specially-designed Training Weekends help you prepare for your challenge and get your training back on track! 


For further information click here > > >

Posted By: hannah on 27/06/2008 11:53

We hope you like our new website! It's been designed to make it even easier for you to find the best Challenge for you!


You can now book and pay for your Open Challenge securely  online - no hassle, and it'll save paper too!

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