Event information for the Sahara Desert Trek
When?
- Wednesday 18 November 2026 - Monday 23 November 2026
- Wednesday 24 March 2027 - Monday 29 March 2027
- Wednesday 3 November 2027 - Monday 8 November 2027
- Thursday 2 March 2028 - Tuesday 7 March 2028.
Where? The Sahara
Fundraising target? £1,075 - £2,150
Registration fee? £199
Why join #TeamMencap?
Trek for four days through this ever-changing landscape and to climb to the top of the massive Chegaga Dunes, where you will witness the desert sun-rise. The days will be hot and the trekking will be tough, but it will be worth it.
Prepare yourself for a challenge of a lifetime and support people with a Learning disability A learning disability is to do with the way someone's brain works. It makes it harder for someone to learn, understand or do things. live happy and healthy lives
Benefits of joining #TeamMencap
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