Charity Climbs and Treks
Turn Your Fundraising Challenge Into the Trek of a Lifetime
Everest Base Camp & Kilimanjaro Group Departures
Whether you're an individual taking on Everest Base Camp for a cause close to your heart, a company setting a charity challenge for your team, or a charity organising a signature annual trek for your supporters — we handle the logistics so you can focus on the fundraising.
We run private group departures of our two best-loved treks, Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro, exclusively for your fundraisers. That means your group travels together, trains together, and summits together — without sharing the trip with strangers booked onto a public departure.
You bring the cause and the fundraisers. We bring the routes, the guides, the flights and 4 star-rated support before, during and after the trek.
Talk to Our Charity Trek Team →
Why Choose Us to Run Your Charity Trek
Private departures from just 6 people. You don't need a huge group to get your own dedicated trek date. Once you have six fundraisers signed up, we'll set up a private departure just for your group — no need to fill spaces alongside the general public.
Top-rated tours you can promote with confidence. Our Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro treks are rated 4.6–5 out of 5 across hundreds of verified customer reviews. That matters when you're asking supporters to commit their time and sponsorship money to a trek — they're backing a trip with a genuine track record, not an unknown quantity.
All-inclusive Everest Base Camp package. Our 14-day Everest Base Camp trek includes all meals, airport transfers and trekking equipment such as duffel bags as standard — no nasty surprises for fundraisers who've already budgeted carefully for their trip.
Flights booked with full ATOL protection. We can arrange your group's international flights alongside the trek itself, all covered by our ATOL membership (No. 11740) and ABTA membership (No. P8142). For a charity or company putting supporters' money into a trip, that financial protection is worth having.
A choice of Kilimanjaro routes to suit your group. Not every fundraiser wants the same experience. We offer four different routes up Kilimanjaro — from the classic hut-to-hut Marangu route to the scenic Lemosho trail — so you can pick the one that best matches your group's timeframe, budget and appetite for a challenge.
One point of contact throughout. From your first enquiry to the final summit certificate, you'll work with a dedicated team who understand fundraising trips — the training webinars, the sponsorship deadlines, the questions from nervous first-time trekkers.
Certificates and proof of achievement, built in. Every trekker who reaches Everest Base Camp or the summit of Kilimanjaro with us receives recognition of their achievement — ideal for the thank-you emails and social posts that keep sponsors engaged after the event.
How a Private Charity Trek Works
- Get in touch. Tell us the cause, your rough timeframe, and how many fundraisers you expect. There's no obligation at this stage — we're happy to talk through options before you've confirmed a single place.
- Choose your trek and route. We'll help you weigh up Everest Base Camp against Kilimanjaro, and — if it's Kilimanjaro — which route fits your group best.
- We set a private departure date. Once you've got six or more fundraisers ready to commit, we lock in a date exclusively for your group.
- We handle registrations and payments. Each fundraiser can book and pay individually, or your organisation can manage it centrally — whichever works better for your fundraising structure.
- Ongoing support before departure. Our team is on hand for kit questions, training advice and anything your fundraisers need to arrive prepared.
- You trek. We guide. Experienced local guides lead your private group the entire way, with the same standard of support as our scheduled departures.
Speak to Our Team About Setting Up Your Trek →
Our Core Charity Trek Routes
Everest Base Camp Trek – All Inclusive, 14 Days
The classic. Fly into Kathmandu, take the dramatic flight to Lukla, and trek through Sherpa villages and rhododendron forests to stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain, with a pre-dawn climb to Kalapatthar for sunrise over Everest. All meals, airport transfers and kit such as duffel bags are included, which typically saves fundraisers around £200 each versus booking these separately. Rated 5/5 from 132 reviews. From £1,259pp (guide price; group quotes provided on enquiry).
Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route, 10 Days
Widely regarded as the most scenic way up Kilimanjaro. This longer, quieter route crosses the Shira Plateau before joining the southern circuit past Lava Tower and the Barranco Wall, giving your group extra time to acclimatise — which also means a strong summit success rate. Rated 4.9/5 from 53 reviews. From £1,860pp.
Kilimanjaro Machame Route, 8 Days
The most popular route up the mountain, and a great middle-ground option for charity groups balancing challenge against time out of the office. Trekkers move through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert before a night summit push to Uhuru Peak. Rated 5/5 from 72 reviews. From £1,568pp.
Kilimanjaro Marangu Route, 6 Days
Known as the "Coca-Cola Route" for its gentler, more gradual ascent, and the only route with hut accommodation rather than tents each night. A good option for fundraisers who want the achievement of summiting without committing to a longer or more physically demanding itinerary. Rated 4.6/5 from 25 reviews. From £1,312pp.
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route, 7 Days
Approaching from the quieter northern side near the Kenya border, Rongai offers a gentler gradient than Machame and a good summit success rate, with far fewer other climbers on the trail — appealing for groups who'd rather not share their trek experience with crowds. Rated 4.8/5 from 48 reviews. From £1,551pp.
All treks are physical rating 5/5 (challenging) and are led throughout by English-speaking local guides. Full itineraries, kit lists and day-by-day detail are available on each tour page, or we can send these over directly.
Ready to Set Up Your Charity Trek?
Tell us about your cause, your group, and what you're hoping to achieve, and our team will talk you through routes, dates and pricing for a private departure.
Contact Our Charity Trek Team → or call us on 0208 004 8886, Monday–Friday 9am–6pm
What's the minimum number of people needed for a private charity group departure?
Six. Once you have six fundraisers signed up for the same trek and rough timeframe, we can set up a dedicated departure exclusively for your group, rather than joining one of our scheduled public dates.
What if we don't reach six fundraisers?
That's absolutely fine — smaller groups and individual fundraisers can still join one of our existing scheduled departures on Everest Base Camp or any of our four Kilimanjaro routes, and trek alongside other travellers. We're happy to talk through both options and help you decide which suits your fundraising campaign.
Can we choose our own departure date?
Yes, within reason. Once your group has committed, we'll work with you to find a date that fits your fundraising timeline, training schedule and the trek's seasonal weather windows (for example, spring and autumn are generally the best times for both Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro).
Do you organise flights as well as the trek?
Yes. We can book international flights alongside your trek, fully protected under our ATOL membership (No. 11740), so your group's money is financially protected in line with UK travel regulations. You're also welcome to book your own flights if your organisation prefers.
Is travel insurance included?
No — every trekker needs their own travel insurance that specifically covers trekking at altitude, up to the maximum height reached on their chosen trek. This is a standard requirement across the industry, and we're happy to point fundraisers towards what to look for in a policy.
Can fundraisers of different fitness levels take part in the same trek?
Both Everest Base Camp and all four Kilimanjaro routes carry a physical rating of 5 out of 5, meaning they're genuinely challenging but achievable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness who prepares properly.
If your group has a real mix of experience or ability, our Kilimanjaro Marangu route (the gentlest gradient) or Rongai route (less steep, quieter trails) tend to suit mixed-ability charity groups particularly well — we're happy to advise based on your specific fundraisers.
Do you provide anything to help us with fundraising and marketing the trip?
We can supply route information, itineraries, imagery and background on each trek to help you build your own fundraising pages and materials, and every trekker receives a certificate on completion to share with sponsors. Get in touch and we'll send over what's available for your chosen trek.
Can a company or charity book and pay centrally for the whole group?
Yes, that's very common for corporate challenges and charity partnerships. We can also set things up so individual fundraisers register and pay for their own place, if that fits your model better. Let us know what works for your organisation and we'll set it up accordingly.
Can we add a safari, Zanzibar stay, or other extension to a Kilimanjaro charity trek?
Yes — several of our Kilimanjaro routes can be extended with a safari or beach stay in Zanzibar afterwards, which some groups use as an incentive for higher-value fundraisers. Ask our team when you enquire and we'll talk you through the options.
How far in advance should we get in touch?
Everest Base Camp & Kilimanjaro Group Departures
Whether you're an individual taking on Everest Base Camp for a cause close to your heart, a company setting a charity challenge for your team, or a charity organising a signature annual trek for your supporters — we handle the logistics so you can focus on the fundraising.
We run private group departures of our two best-loved treks, Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro, exclusively for your fundraisers. That means your group travels together, trains together, and summits together — without sharing the trip with strangers booked onto a public departure.
You bring the cause and the fundraisers. We bring the routes, the guides, the flights and 4 star-rated support before, during and after the trek.
Talk to Our Charity Trek Team →
Why Choose Us to Run Your Charity Trek
Private departures from just 6 people. You don't need a huge group to get your own dedicated trek date. Once you have six fundraisers signed up, we'll set up a private departure just for your group — no need to fill spaces alongside the general public.
Top-rated tours you can promote with confidence. Our Everest Base Camp and Kilimanjaro treks are rated 4.6–5 out of 5 across hundreds of verified customer reviews. That matters when you're asking supporters to commit their time and sponsorship money to a trek — they're backing a trip with a genuine track record, not an unknown quantity.
All-inclusive Everest Base Camp package. Our 14-day Everest Base Camp trek includes all meals, airport transfers and trekking equipment such as duffel bags as standard — no nasty surprises for fundraisers who've already budgeted carefully for their trip.
Flights booked with full ATOL protection. We can arrange your group's international flights alongside the trek itself, all covered by our ATOL membership (No. 11740) and ABTA membership (No. P8142). For a charity or company putting supporters' money into a trip, that financial protection is worth having.
A choice of Kilimanjaro routes to suit your group. Not every fundraiser wants the same experience. We offer four different routes up Kilimanjaro — from the classic hut-to-hut Marangu route to the scenic Lemosho trail — so you can pick the one that best matches your group's timeframe, budget and appetite for a challenge.
One point of contact throughout. From your first enquiry to the final summit certificate, you'll work with a dedicated team who understand fundraising trips — the training webinars, the sponsorship deadlines, the questions from nervous first-time trekkers.
Certificates and proof of achievement, built in. Every trekker who reaches Everest Base Camp or the summit of Kilimanjaro with us receives recognition of their achievement — ideal for the thank-you emails and social posts that keep sponsors engaged after the event.
How a Private Charity Trek Works
- Get in touch. Tell us the cause, your rough timeframe, and how many fundraisers you expect. There's no obligation at this stage — we're happy to talk through options before you've confirmed a single place.
- Choose your trek and route. We'll help you weigh up Everest Base Camp against Kilimanjaro, and — if it's Kilimanjaro — which route fits your group best.
- We set a private departure date. Once you've got six or more fundraisers ready to commit, we lock in a date exclusively for your group.
- We handle registrations and payments. Each fundraiser can book and pay individually, or your organisation can manage it centrally — whichever works better for your fundraising structure.
- Ongoing support before departure. Our team is on hand for kit questions, training advice and anything your fundraisers need to arrive prepared.
- You trek. We guide. Experienced local guides lead your private group the entire way, with the same standard of support as our scheduled departures.
Speak to Our Team About Setting Up Your Trek →
Our Core Charity Trek Routes
Everest Base Camp Trek – All Inclusive, 14 Days
The classic. Fly into Kathmandu, take the dramatic flight to Lukla, and trek through Sherpa villages and rhododendron forests to stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain, with a pre-dawn climb to Kalapatthar for sunrise over Everest. All meals, airport transfers and kit such as duffel bags are included, which typically saves fundraisers around £200 each versus booking these separately. Rated 5/5 from 132 reviews. From £1,259pp (guide price; group quotes provided on enquiry).
Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route, 10 Days
Widely regarded as the most scenic way up Kilimanjaro. This longer, quieter route crosses the Shira Plateau before joining the southern circuit past Lava Tower and the Barranco Wall, giving your group extra time to acclimatise — which also means a strong summit success rate. Rated 4.9/5 from 53 reviews. From £1,860pp.
Kilimanjaro Machame Route, 8 Days
The most popular route up the mountain, and a great middle-ground option for charity groups balancing challenge against time out of the office. Trekkers move through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert before a night summit push to Uhuru Peak. Rated 5/5 from 72 reviews. From £1,568pp.
Kilimanjaro Marangu Route, 6 Days
Known as the "Coca-Cola Route" for its gentler, more gradual ascent, and the only route with hut accommodation rather than tents each night. A good option for fundraisers who want the achievement of summiting without committing to a longer or more physically demanding itinerary. Rated 4.6/5 from 25 reviews. From £1,312pp.
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route, 7 Days
Approaching from the quieter northern side near the Kenya border, Rongai offers a gentler gradient than Machame and a good summit success rate, with far fewer other climbers on the trail — appealing for groups who'd rather not share their trek experience with crowds. Rated 4.8/5 from 48 reviews. From £1,551pp.
All treks are physical rating 5/5 (challenging) and are led throughout by English-speaking local guides. Full itineraries, kit lists and day-by-day detail are available on each tour page, or we can send these over directly.
Ready to Set Up Your Charity Trek?
Tell us about your cause, your group, and what you're hoping to achieve, and our team will talk you through routes, dates and pricing for a private departure.
Contact Our Charity Trek Team → or call us on 0208 004 8886, Monday–Friday 9am–6pm
