GLOBAL CHALLENGES

SIERRA LEONE MARATHON & CYCLE

30th April - 5th May 2025

This 5 day challenge is more than a race and gives you the chance to witness first-hand the impact of your support

 

THE CHALLENGE

This epic 3 or 5 night adventure is your chance to run or cycle off the beaten track through stunning scenery of northern Sierra Leone. Run Full, half marathon, 5k & 10k or Cycle 75k.

FOR EDUCATION

This challenge aims to raise funds to support StreetChilds initiative to support the education of girls in Sierra Leone.

COST & IMPACT

The cost excluding international flights ranges from £2,000 - £2,800 depending on the level of accomadation chosen

This challenge contributes £1,500 per challenger to the cause.

‘‘EVEREST BASE CAMP’’

9TH - 23RD NOVEMBER 2025

AN ADVENTUROUS UNFORGETTABLE ‘ BUCKET LIST’ CHALLENGE THAT WILL HAVE A MEANINGFUL IMPACT

 

THE CHALLENGE

This is a 15 day trek to a significant altitude led by experienced guides, and, although acclimatization is slow and gradual, you will feel the effects of altitude. If you are seeking to truly challenge yourself while making a difference to the lives of others this is the challenge for you!

FOR EDUCATION

The challenge aims to raise funds to sponsor 40 children living in remote mountainous communities in Nepal to attend school for a year.

COST & CONTRIBUTION

The cost from Kathmandu is £2,650 inclusive of permits and internal flights.

This challenge contributes £1,000 per challenger to the cause.

 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Our challenges commence in country are inclusive of accommodation, meals, internal flights, transport, and more, so once there all you need to do is focus on the challenge ahead! You will be responsible for your own international flights, although group ticket discounts are possible

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • internal flights

  • Ground transfers

  • Accommodation as specified

  • All meals on the trek and other meals as specified

  • All National Park fees, entrance fees, taxes, and permits

  • English-speaking professional guides

  • Safe drinking water during the trek

  • Communal camping equipment including tents & crockery

  • Porter service on the trek

  • Equipment hire facilities

  • Comprehensive pre-departure support and advice

  • 24-hour emergency line for use during your trip

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

  • International flights

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Visas

  • Travel insurance

  • Medical expenses in case of emergency on your trip

  • Any necessary vaccinations or medications

  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary

  • Optional excursions

  • Personal camping equipment and clothing

INTERESTED IN JOINING AN OVERSEAS CHALLENGE?

If you’d like to find out more about the overseas challenges please get in touch.

john@johnmatthews.uk