Trek Slovenia for Grief Encounter
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14th - 18th October 2024 Full Price: £1100 Deposit Only: £300
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Embrace the Adventure, Support the Journey of Healing
Challenge Overview
Join us from 14th to 18th October for an unforgettable five-day journey, with three days of trekking, through the heart of Slovenia’s Julian Alps. This moderate-difficulty adventure supports Grief Encounter's mission to aid bereaved children and young people. Challenge Central and Grief Encounter invite you to be part of this extraordinary event.
Our Partnership
Challenge Central's collaboration with Grief Encounter is a testament to our shared dedication to making a difference in the lives of those coping with loss. Your participation directly contributes to this vital cause.
The Slovenia Experience
>> Breathtaking Landscapes: Experience the Julian Alps' stunning valleys, pristine lakes and majestic peaks.
>> Expert Guides: Our team ensures a safe, supportive and enriching trekking experience.
>> Achievement and Purpose: Completing this trek is not only a personal achievement but also a step toward helping those in need.
Join the Cause
1. Register: Sign up for a life-changing challenge.
2. Fundraise: Help raise crucial funds for Grief Encounter's programs.
3. Prepare for Adventure: Gear up for a moderate trek that promises both challenge and reward.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Visit Grief Encounter’s Slovenia Trek Challenge, to start your journey and support Grief Encounter’s remarkable work.
DAY 1 – Meet in Slovenia
The challenge starts with overnight accommodation in the heart of Slovenia; Kranjska Gora. Participants are free to arrive at the accommodation at their leisure and relax before the challenge begins on Day 2.
There will be a welcome dinner and event briefing at 19:00. This is a very relaxed and informal evening where we like to get everybody together to meet one-another before the Challenge starts on day 2.
DAY 2 – Jasna Valley
Your first walk will take you via a trail to the end of Jasna Valley. Emerging at the other end is the glorious mountain vista of the Prisank and Razor Mountains. Upon return, you can visit the Russian Chapel, a touching monument dedicated to Russian POVs’ who died during WW1 while building the military road over Vrs?ic? Pass.
Walking for the day: 17km, 5-6h, ↑460m
DAY 3 – 3 Countries Border Point
This walk takes you along forest and mountain meadows to the summit of Mt. Pe? (1508m) and the triple border point where the borders of Slovenia, Italy and Austria meet. At the top, you can soak up the dramatic views across the Julian and Carnian Alps, with the Hohe Tauern, the highest alpine range in Austria, forming a picturesque background. The trail then descends through the valley to the source of the mighty Sava River, the longest in Slovenia, back to Kranjska Gora.
Walking for the day: 18km, 6h, ↑520m, ↓730m
DAY 4 – Walk to be confirmed.
The exact details of the walk are still being finalised but you'll be once again exploring this amazing country with a final day to remember. After the event is finished, you'll be invited for a celebratory drink and meal to cap an incredible week.
DAY 5 – And we're done!
The challenge is now over and you will be required to make your own arrangements. You may decide to meet up with friends and family or just stay on for a few days and have a weekend to remember in beautiful Slovenia.
What’s included:
>> Support Vehicle
>> Leaders/Guides
>> 4 x Nights Accommodation in 3* accommodation (based on twin rooms shared or double bed occupancy. There is the option to upgrade to single occupancy during the booking process)*
>> 4 x Breakfasts
>> Welcome Dinner - Day 1
>> Light Refreshments & Fluids during the walks
What’s not included:
>> Equipment/Clothing
>> Personal Insurance
>> Food / Drink (aside from those mentioned in inclusions)
>> Air Flights before and after the challenge
>> Shuttle to and from the Airport (available as an extra during the booking process)
The challenge cost is based on participants sharing a twinned room. Unless informed otherwise we will place partners and joint bookings together wherever possible. We will of course only pair together same sex participants.
If you prefer to stay in a room on your own, you can select the single occupancy option during your booking.
All Challenge Central events require a minimum participation level to operate. On very rare occasions if this level is not reached with 3 months to go, we may unfortunately have to cancel the challenge date. Bookings can either be refunded in full or transferred to another Challenge Central event within the next 18 months.
Please find our full Terms and Conditions here.
By signing up for this walk, you have two options about how it's paid for, all whilst raising money for the fabulous Grief Encounter Charity.
Option 1: Sign up and pay the £300 registration fee and commit to raise a minimum of £2,400, Grief Encounter will then pay your entire balance.
Option 2: Choose to self-fund the challenge and pay both the £300 registration and £800 deposit, and commit to raising a minimum of just £800.
The team in charge over the course of the challenge, whilst ensuring it's safe and professionally run, will also be with you every step of the way making for an extremely enjoyable and social event.
You can expect lots of fun and games when not walking, for example, early morning exercise classes to get you warmed up and in the mood, fun and inclusive evening quizzes and games and even those invigarating 'cold water dips'! You never feel more alive than the immediate moments after plunging yourself into a cold water lake!!
With lots of suggestions of local attractions, walks and things to do in your downtime, you'll be sure to have the most amazing adventure with like minded people, making loads of friends and memories along the way - all whilst making a difference for the incredible charity; Grief Encouter.