Overseas Challenges
Here at Dove House Hospice we are pleased to be able to offer our supporters the chance to take part in overseas challenges with Skyline Professional Events Organisers and raise funds for the hospice whilst taking part in a truly once in a lifetime experience.
Below is a list of the challenges which we are associated with. If you are interested in any of them there are more detailed itineraries on the Skyline website (http://www.skylineoverseas.co.uk) where you can also register your interest or book your place - don't forget to mention that you want to raise funds for Dove House Hospice whenever you contact Skyline.
Overseas Treks
Peru Trek
Immerse yourself in ancient Peruvian culture trekking and exploring the remote Lares region of the Peruvian Andes on this fundraising Peru Trek.
Experience diverse scenery as you trek Peru through traditional Andean villages and along high remote mountain trails before visiting Machu Picchu, one of the world's most important archaeological finds. For those of you with a love for landscape, a passion for history and a sense of adventure then look no further.
Next dates available - 19th - 28th April 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £3750 Deposit: £399. For more details please click here.
China Trek
For a country with the largest population in the world China remains largely untouched by the West and now is your opportunity to discover its hidden charms on this fundraising trek.
China is a beautiful country steeped in history, tradition and mythology. For those with a passion for culture and a sense of adventure the China Trek leaves and indelible mark on all who take part.
Next dates available - 10th - 19th May 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £3100 Deposit: £349. For more details please click here.
Iceland Trek
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.
Discover an amazing country and culture on this trekking expedition to Iceland. From Reykjavik to the volcanic lava fields, Iceland is a truly extraordinary place and this is your chance to explore it.
Next available dates - 4th - 8th July 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £2400 Deposit: £199. For more details please click here.
Kilimanjaro Trek
Located on the North Eastern tip of Tanzania Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world's highest peaks and is the setting for a truly amazing fundraising trek.
This is an amazing opportunity to trek Kilimanjaro and one of the most beautiful parts of Africa over 10 days and climb to 5500 feet!
Next available dates - 21st - 30th June 2012
Sponsorship Level: £4050 Deposit: £449. For more details please click here.
Sahara Trek
Imagine the feel of the Sahara desert underfoot, taking in mesmerising landscapes beyond your wildest expectations and dramatic sand dunes as far as the eye can see.
Trekking the Sahara desert will provide you with an unbelievable experience which you will never forget. For those of you with a desire to take part in a trekking challenge of a lifetime this is for you.
Next available dates - 10th - 18th March 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £2200 Deposit: £299. For more details please click here.
Nepal Trek
With awe inspiring views of the Himalaya, this trek across the Annapurna range offers an unforgettable experience.
Joining this trek through the mountainside villages and thick forest and gain a real insight into the local culture at low altitude. With arguably one of the best views in the world the Nepal trek has so much to offer and certainly won't disappoint those with a sense of adventure.
Next available dates - 8th - 17th November 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £3400 Deposit: £349. For more details please click here.
Costa Rica Trek
Explore the diverse landscape that Costa Rica has to offer in this remote and untouched area waiting to be explored.
Home to 5% of the planets diversity, with everything from palm-tree lined beaches to smoking volcanoes, cloud forest to mangrove, this fundraising trek to Costa Rica will take you through coffee plantations and oak forests deep into the dense tropical rainforests. Serenaded by howler monkeys and exotic bird calls you'll experience everything Costa Rica has to offer and end up on a beautiful tropical beach.
Next available dates - 22nd November - 2nd December 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £3500 Deposit: £349. For more details please click here.
Overseas Cycle Challenges
London to Paris Cycle
Join in with the London to Paris bike ride - an amazing fundraising challenge starting at the UK's capital, through the Englsih countryside over to rural France and onto the heart of Paris, finishing under the Eiffel Tower.
Next available dates - 18th - 22nd April 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £1400 Deposit: £99
Vietnam Cycle
Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's naturally contrasting beauty - from the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches you can't fail to be bewitched by its traditional charm.
For those of you in search of the fundraising cycle of a lifetime, Vietnam won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you and will provide you with memories that will last forever.
Next available dates - 25th October - 5th November 2012.
Sponsorship Level: £3500 Deposit: £349.
Please note that these are the earliest dates for these challenges however there are later dates planned so please visit www.skylineoverseas.co.uk if you are interested in a particular challenge but the dates are not convenient.