We are The Soldiers’ Charity. We’re here to support the men and women who put everything on the line to defend us, and our country.

We’re here for them with lifetime support whether they are serving soldiers or veterans.

We offer our hand to them as individuals and, when they need help, for their families. We stand by them in conflict and in peacetime, throughout their lives.

The immediate help we offer is a lifeline. But we look to the future too, keeping ahead of the game, finding the best ways to give medical, technical and financial support to give the best possible outlook for the men and women who sacrifice so much for us.

The National Autistic Society is the UK's leading charity for people affected by Autism. Over half a million people in the UK have autism. Together with their families they make up over two million people whose lives are touched by autism every single day.

Despite this, autism is still relatively unknown and misunderstood. Which means that many of these two million people get nothing like the level of help, support and understanding they need. Together, we are going to change this.

What better way to challenge yourself both mentally and physically than by doing a National Autistic Society trek? It's a great way to meet new people and explore amazing places you'd never even dreamt you'd go to. What's more, the feeling of achieving the ultimate lifetime challenge is something you'll talk about for years to come. By supporting the NAS, you'll also be helping us continue our work, ensuring that people with autism fulfill their potential.

Most of us know someone who has experienced poor mental health - which actually affects one in four of us at some time in our life. Mind in Harrow helps over 1000 Harrow residents every single year who suffer from such problems, including depression, panic attacks and suicidal feelings.

Anthony Nolan is a pioneering charity that saves the lives of people with blood cancer. Every day, we use our register to match remarkable donors willing to donate their blood stem cells to people who desperately need lifesaving transplants.

• Travel and sports equipment: Ellis Brigham, Cotswold Outdoor and Outdoor Kit.
• Trekking equipment hire: Trek Hire UK or Outdoor Hire
• Bike and trek gear: Wiggle
• UK On-line passports
• Foreign and Commonwealth Office
• European Health Insurance Card
• Lonely planet
• Vaccination and Malarial advice
• World weather reports
• Online sponsorship and fundraising sites Justgiving OR Virgin Money Giving
• Stuff your Rucksack - Help the World! Stuff Your Rucksack is here to enable travellers to give practical help to places they visit by bringing things that are really needed
• Books and maps: Stanfords

Most of our challenge events are dedicated to one charity, but we also offer Open Challenges. These are usually promoted by us and charity partners, meaning all those who take part are raising money for different charities.

Here are just a few of the ways that we support our charity partners;

• We will consult with you every step of the way and provide detailed itineraries and event information, plus fantastic photos to help you promote your challenge
• We can offer advice on your marketing and promotional plans
• We will promote your charity and event with a full page on this website, and feature you in our upcoming event calendar which allows participants to search for events that suit them, then contact you directly for further information
• This website is also a valuable resource for you and your participants with recommended reading, answers to FAQS, training advise, final reminders and links to further information
• We can suggest effective ways of supporting your participants through the fundraising and training process
• We will attend and speak at briefing days
• We can organise flight extensions and holiday arrangements for people wishing to stay-on after their challenge
• On the event our tour leaders will brief, encourage, motivate and support every participant and ensure the event runs smoothly, adding value to their once in a lifetime experience and your success

Taking part in an Ultimate Challenge is a life changing experience. Whether you are trekking through the Himalayas or cycling across California we will support you every step of the way.

Not only do we have 15 years experience of organising overseas events, we also all have a deep-rooted charity background, with all our staff having worked for major UK charities. We really understand all aspects of taking part in a challenge event and can offer support and advice on everything from fundraising and training to what to expect on a day to day basis while on trip.

Michele has been leading treks around the world for over 10 years, including up Mount Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, Mount Mera and to Everest Base Camp.

Before this she previously worked in the City and was fortunate enough to make the career change when she discovered the mountains!

Most of Michele’s spare time is spent exploring a mountain range somewhere in the world, but she’s currently trying to settle down in Vancouver, Canada.

Chris has been working in the business for over 15 years including leading challenges in the Himalaya, Europe, Africa (Mount Kilimanjaro 10+), North, South & Central America and Asia.

He now lives in the US and is a member of the Washington State Mountaineers where he leads treks and volunteers as a instructor in the "mini-Himalayas" of the Cascade and Olympic Mountains.

His speciality for many years now has been in high altitude work but he's still picking up new tricks - at the moment he's training to become a Mountain First Aid Instructor.  Even after all these years Chris still proves to be one of the most enthusiastic leaders, he's just a little greyer than he used to be!