Escambray Encounter

15 Nov 2013 10 days
Your trek starts in the vibrant capital of Havana. You will be trekking for four days, for between 6 to 7 hours a day, passing farms, coffee plantations and fruit plantations.
Activity: Trekking
Place: Havana, Cuba
Organiser: Charity Challenge
Date: 15 November 2013
Duration/distance: 10 days
Teams:
Beginners:
Under 18's:
Women-only:
Difficulty: Level 2
Payment options: Payment options explained
Minimum sponsorship option: £475 registration fee + min sponsorship
Self funder option: £475 registration fee + tour cost (no min sponsorship)

Challenge details

  • World Heritage sites of Havana and Trinidad
  • Trek through citrus groves & sugar plantations
  • Santa Clara, site of the Revolution's Final Battle
  • Explore Old Havana
  • Optional Beach or Havana city extension
Your trek starts in the vibrant capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Havana. Much of Havana's old quarter remains untouched despite the various wars and revolutions that have taken place over the last 200 years.

Once out of Havana, things are generally quieter and more easygoing. But for you, this is where your challenge begins. You will be trekking for four days, for between 6 to 7 hours a day, passing farms, coffee plantations and fruit plantations.

The terrain is undulating, and in parts tough going, but with amazing views and tropical waterfalls to bathe in, it is well worth the effort. You will visit the city of Santa Clara, famed for the final battle of the Cuban Revolution, the Sierra del Escambray and finally the beautiful city of Trinidad.

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CharitiesYou can take part in this challenge and fundraise for your chosen charity - click on 'Download information pack' to receive an instant email with full details of the challenge and contact details for your chosen charity.
Child Bereavement Charity Child Bereavement Charity
The Child Bereavement Charity is the UK’s leading charity that supports families and educates professionals both when a child dies and when a child is bereaved. People take on fundraising challenges for us for many reasons; to help the charity, in memory of someone, to try something new, improve fitness, even to fulfill lifelong dreams and ambitions. We are extremely grateful for your support. We will always look after you, because we really appreciate what you are doing for CBC. (Registered No: 1040419)
Category: Children's - welfare
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