Overseas challenges
About our Extreme Challenges
Are you ready to take on a challenge like never before?
Embark on a once in a lifetime experience by signing up to one of the incredible challenges with our partner Global Adventure Challenges.
You can choose a minimum fundraising option where you commit to raise funds, or a self-funded option and can opt into fundraise as well!
How we'll support you
Once you've secured your spot, our dedicated fundraising team will support you along the way.
- Free Rethink Mental Illness t-shirt once you hit £75 raised
- Tips and advice on your challenge
- Support throughout your fundraising journey
- One to one support from the events team
- #TeamRethink webinar
- Access to resources to support your fundraising
Trek Costa Rica
Climb to the summit of Cerrio Frio, taking in incredible views and witnessing a variety of tropical birds on your way to the top See the breathtaking waterfalls of the Rio Division, surrounded by awesome mountain views.
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Trek Cuba
Trek through the Cuban countryside, pass through jungles, coffee plantations and orange and mango orchards, stopping off at waterfalls and farms along the way! Make memories to last a lifetime and join us as we explore Cuba!
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Kilimanjaro Trek
Trek to the top of Africa as you summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain standing tall at 5,895m, a magnet for trekkers and climbers. Trek through dense tropical rainforest, up to the snow-capped peak to witness awe-inspiring views.
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Northern Lights Trek
Trek through beautiful mountain scenery, geothermal valleys and picture-perfect lakes. Hike across snow-covered landscapes and conquer mountain passes. Witness the Aurora Borealis and celebrate in the bright lights of Reykjavík!
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Vietnam to Cambodia Cycle
Cycle from the frenzy of Ho Chi Minh to the tranquility of Angkor Wat. Ride through the bustling coconut groves and thriving river communities at the heart of the Mekong Delta and mysterious temples of Angkor.
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The Lapland Husky Trail
Join this most unique events and spend six days sledding through the Swedish wilderness on an experience you will never forget. Sled over 240km across Sweden through untouched nature, and celebrate our achievements at the world famous Ice Hotel!
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More locations
Global Adventure Challenges offer an amazing variety of events to join, visit their website for even more options!
Find out more Find out moreWho are Rethink Mental Illness?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and we’re on a mission to bring about meaningful change, through our services, groups and groundbreaking campaigns. We know, from our vast experience, that people severely affected by mental illness can have a good quality of life. With your support, we will make that possible.
How will your money support us?
Every penny you raise for us will help empower those severely affected by mental illness. Through our network of support groups, services and helplines, last year we reached:
You can find out more about our work by visiting our vision and impact page.