Trek the Sahara in aid of the Mental Health Foundation

28 February - 8 March 2009

Imagine the feel of the 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 the challenge of a lifetime for a charity close to your heart then this is the trip for you.

The following gives you a brief taste of the challenge ahead, but for more detailed information please do not hesitate to email Sarah on skingston@mhf.org.uk or contact her on 0207 803 1125, she will be delighted to help you.

Itinerary

DAY 1: Depart London Heathrow for Marrakech, transfer to Ouarzazate
DAY 2: Drive to M’hamid and the start of the trek; head off into the dunes
DAY 3: Trekking amongst small dunes and tamarisk trees following the Jebel Bani
DAY 4: A mixture of stony plateau and soft sand with camp overlooking the dunes
DAY 5: A morning of walking across stony flat terrain, lunch under a tree then onto camp
DAY 6: Scale the heights of Chagaga, a 100m dune - fabulous views!
DAY 7: Cross the Iriki Saltpan, through acacia trees and shimmering heat
DAY 8: Sunrise walk ends trek, head back for a final celebration!
DAY 9: Transfer to Marrakech and return flight to London

Registration fee: £299
Sponsorship: £2000

You can even set up your own sponsorship webpage on the Just Giving Website

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