TAKE ON THE WINTER TOUBKAL TREK AND HELP SAVE LIVES
Whether you're a mountain climber or simply want to challenge yourself for a great cause, this is your chance to make a real difference to Your Local Air Ambulance.
Your bravery helps keep our helicopters in the sky, delivering critical care when every second counts.
- Unforgettable mountain scenery and spectacular views
- Tackle daunting peaks dotted with Berber villages
- Summit Jebel Toubkal, Morocco's highest mountain
- Push yourself mentally and physically at high altitude
- Get lost in the colourful souks of mystical Marrakech
Morocco is home to the High Atlas mountain range, including Jebel Toubkal, North Africa’s tallest peak.
The western range features several peaks over 3,900m – two of which you'll encounter. Beginning in Marrakech, your journey ventures into Berber country to discover the majesty of the mountains.
Each day, between four and eight hours trekking will take you across the peaks and through remote Berber villages. A good degree of fitness is required, particularly given the changeable weather conditions. The climb is not technical, however, if needed you will be trained to use crampons and ice axes.
Ultimately, the challenge ends with celebrations in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
- BRANDED GOODIES
- SUPPORT AND IDEAS TO BOOST YOUR EFFORTS
HELP US SAVE LIVES
Over the past 20 years, Your Local Air Ambulance has saved thousands of lives.
Our critical care teams can be on the ground within minutes, delivering lifesaving care to give patients the very best chance of survival and recovery.
We receive no government or National Lottery funding and rely entirely on voluntary donations to raise the £2,300 needed for every mission.
Support past patients like David by taking on a fundraising challenge today and become our latest lifesaver.
HOW WE SUPPORT YOU
We're with you every step of the way towards event day with advice and information so you can just focus on your fundraising. We'll also provide:
- An instant online fundraising page
- Support from one of our friendly fundraisers to get the most out of your experience with us
- Virtual Gamification badges when you hit your key milestone moments
- And the knowledge that your fundraising will help us to save more lives
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I get in touch?
You can email us at challenge@theairmbulanceservice.org.uk or by calling 0300 3045 999
Level of Difficulty
The Winter Toubkal Challenge is graded as “extreme”. The Winter Toubkal Challenge is graded as “extreme”. You will be trekking at altitude and conditions will be cold and, most likely, snowy. You should not undertake this challenge without significant training. During the trek you will be:
- Trekking for around 4-8 hours per day
- Battling the altitude on the mountain up to the summit of 4165m
- Crampons and ice axes may be needed at some points of the climb
- Very cold conditions at the peak
Insurance
Flights
You will be flying from London to Marrakech with a flight time of approximately 4 hrs. Your flight tickets will be e-mailed to you before departure.
If you choose to book your own flights you must confirm with the Charity Challenge office before paying otherwise you may be liable for your included group flights (please contact flights@charitychallenge.com for further assistance).
Please note: Timings of the group flights are subject to change so please take this into consideration when booking domestic travel arrangements to reach your departure airport i.e. book flexible tickets where possible. We are unable to take responsibility for the consequences of missed international flights due to delayed travel arrangements to the airport. We therefore advise you, when booking transport and making any arrangements, to plan to get to the airport in plenty of time allowing for any possible delays which may occur on the day (bad weather, break down, cancellations etc). If you book a domestic flight, in order to get to your international departure airport, please do consider that this flight ticket cannot be linked to the ticket we are organising for you; you will need to collect your luggage, possibly change terminal and check-in again as normal.
