24 Peaks Trek
28 miles
Approx. Distance
Extreme (3)
Challenge Grading
3 days
Challenge Duration
UK
Challenge Location
Challenge Highlights
Conquer our toughest UK trekking challenge
Trek to the top of the highest peaks in the Lake District
Fully-supported challenge with professional mountain leaders
Stunning scenery provides an incredible backdrop to this awesome adventure
The Challenge
This fast-paced and formidable challenge will see us summit 24 incredible peaks in the Lake District, all over 2,400ft with a target trekking time of just 24 hours! The Lake District is one of UK’s most picturesque areas, filled with breathtaking mountains and valleys – providing the perfect backdrop to this awesome challenge. The days will be long and the trekking will be tough, but the rewards of hiking into the heart of this amazing National Park and the accomplishment of conquering 24 peaks will make all your efforts worthwhile!
Challenge Itinerary
Day 1
We meet at our accommodation for event registration and briefing.
Day 2
Trekking straight up from Langdale Valley, we stay high in the fells and summit the following peaks today:
The trekking time is split into two days; day one covers the first nine peaks:
1. Bowfell – 2,959 ft
2. Esk Pike – 2,903 ft
3. Great End – 2,985 ft
4. Ill Crag – 3,067 ft
5. Broad Crag – 3,064 ft
6. Scafell Pike – 3,208 ft
7. Lingmell – 2,647 ft
8. Great Gable – 2,949 ft
9. Green Gable – 2,627 ft
The views we will encounter today are simply breathtaking. From Green Gable, we then make our descent using Sty Head Pass via Aaron Slack then to Seathwaite Farm. Our transfer will be waiting to take us to our accommodation for a well-deserved rest, dinner and drink – 9 peaks done, 15 to go!
Trekking distance – approx. 12 miles / target time 12 hours.
Day 3
Today we go on to conquer the remaining 15 peaks. The trek from Kirkstone Pass to summit Red Screes will require some scrambling so please expect to use your hands – our mountain leaders will be there to assist you.
Day two is when we summit the remaining fifteen peaks:
10. Red Screes – 2,545 ft
11. Dove Crag – 2,598 ft
12. Hart Crag – 2,696 ft
13. Fairfield – 2,864 ft
14. Seat Sandal – 2,414 ft
15. Dollywaggon Pike – 2,814 ft
16. High Crag – 2,441 ft
17. Nethermost Pike – 2,923 ft
18. Helvellyn – 3,116 ft
19. Browncove Crags – 2,818 ft
20. Lower Man – 3,034 ft
21. Whiteside – 2,831 ft
22. Raise – 2,896 ft
23. Stybarrow Dodd – 2,765 ft
24. White Stones – 2,608 ft
We descend from White Stones to our waiting transport in Glenridding Beck. Congratulations all round before we commence our onward journeys home!
Trekking distance – approx. 16 miles / target time 12 hours.
Please note, this is a complex itinerary and is subject to change.
Challenge Inclusions
What's Included
Before Your Challenge
- Your own personalised account hub that houses all your challenge support information to ensure you are fully prepared for your challenge
- Support documents to aid your preparation including but not limited to further information about your challenge, detailed challenge itinerary, kit lists, training plan/schedule, fundraising advice
- Discount vouchers with affiliate partners such as Nomad Travel
- A dedicated Customer Care team supports each participant from registration and is always on hand to answer queries
- Financial Protection
- Risk Management including but not limited to challenge specific risk assessments, emergency management plans and medical screening.
On Your Challenge
- Transfer service on trekking days of challenge – from our YHA accommodation to start of trek, and back to the YHA at the end each days trekking
- Two nights in hostel accommodation (same sex dormitories)
- Global Adventure Challenges Mountain Leaders – there will be a minimum of one leader for every 12 walking participants and an extra crew member will also follow the group in a vehicle for support
- Support minibus with driver
- Meals starting with dinner on day 1 through to lunch on day 3
- Additional snacks and drinking water on trekking days
- Communications between leaders and drivers
- Global Adventure Challenges medical kit
- 24 hour emergency on call team
- ‘fizz’ at the finish
- Challenge Medal
- A route guide for each participant
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal trekking kit (trekking boots, poles, etc)
- Please note that for bespoke challenges, inclusions and exclusions may differ
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m interested... What do I do now?
You can register online below – payment of the registration fee is due at time of booking. All payment options and costs are explained below.
Once your registration is received we will get in touch with further information on what to expect from this awesome adventure! Your charity will also be in contact to discuss your fundraising.
Is this trip for me?
Absolutely! The trek is suitable for all abilities with the correct training. The minimum age for this trek is 18 years old (if you are aged between 14 – 17 years you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). The one thing everyone will have in common is a great sense of adventure and the desire to help a charity. Whether you are taking part as an individual or as a team with friends, team spirit will be flying high on the challenge.
How fit do I need to be?
This challenge has been graded as Extreme (3) on our challenge grading scheme – it is very challenging and has been designed to be this way. Remember, you are trekking for 2 consecutive days, covering approximately 28 miles… and it’s full of ascents and descents! The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy this challenge. Training beforehand is essential, and lots of it! Trekking training tips can be found on our website to point you in the right direction.
Our policy is to encourage and support as many people as possible to take part in our challenges. But they may not be suitable for all people due to restriction posed by limitation in mobility, physical or cognitive disability, pregnancy or other various medical conditions. If you have any doubts regarding your suitability for your challenge please contact our office to speak to one of the team.
What is the challenge grading scheme?
All our challenges are graded on a scale from 1 to 3 to indicate the level of difficulty, 1 being the lowest challenge grade and 3 being the most challenging. (1 = Challenging, 2 = Tough and 3 = Extreme).
Do I need specialist kit?
We will supply you with a kit list of what to take once you register to take part. Apart from some broken in trekking boots and some waterproofs you do not need any specialist kit.
Do I have to carry my own luggage?
No. Your main luggage will be transported to the hostel by the transfer vehicle on day 1. Your main luggage will then stay in your room at the hostel until check out on Sunday morning (they will then be stored in lockers until you return from your trek). You will need to carry a day pack for items needed throughout the day (packed lunch, waterproofs, sun screen, water etc.).
Food Matters...
All meals will be provided from dinner on day 1 through to lunch on day 3. We cater for most dietary requirements so long as we know in advance – just fill in the appropriate section on your registration form.
What support is there on the challenge?
There will be a strong support team with professional Global Adventure Challenges Leader/s. Comprehensive medical kits will be taken. A support vehicle will be located at the foot of each mountain providing extra support if needed. Mobile phones and radio aids will be used to ensure our safety and security at all times.
What happens if I get tired?
There will be regular rest stops for drinks
and snacks but we do need to keep to a relatively tight schedule in order for the challenge to be completed in 24 hours. If,
for any reason, you are unable to keep the pace of the main group, it may be suggested that you retire and meet the support vehicle.
How do I go about raising the sponsorship?
Once you have signed up you will receive a fundraising pack from your charity in order to make your fundraising as easy as possible. You will also receive a few tips and ideas from Global Adventure Challenges to help you on your way.
Request a Call Back
We understand that booking your challenge is a big step, and you may have some questions before you take the plunge! If you'd like to talk to our Customer Care team before you book your space, just click the button below to request a call.
Request a Call Back
Need more information before you book your space? Just enter your details and our friendly team will give you a call back!
If you have any particular questions or would like to request a specific time for your call, please include this in the message section.
Please note, our office hours are 9am - 5:15pm Monday - Thursday, and 9am - 4:15pm on Fridays.
Request a Call Back
Need more information before you book your space? Just enter your details and our friendly team will give you a call back!
If you have any particular questions or would like to request a specific time for your call, please include this in the message section.
Please note, our office hours are 9am - 5:15pm Monday - Thursday, and 9am - 4:15pm on Fridays.
dates and costs
Payment Option A - Minimum Sponsorship
This option means the challenge balance of your event cost is met through raising a minimum sponsorship for a charity of your choice.
Step 1 – To join the challenge you pay the non-refundable registration fee directly to us and commit to raising the minimum sponsorship shown on the challenge page.
Step 2 – Start fundraising and send your sponsorship money to your chosen charity as you raise it. Your charity will most likely keep a log of monies you are sending in.
Step 3 – 80% of your minimum sponsorship must be received by your charity no later than 9 weeks before departure. If you have raised the required amount, your charity would then be in a position to pay the challenge balance, which is never more than 50% of the minimum sponsorship figure.
Step 4 – The remaining 20% of your minimum sponsorship should be sent to your charity no later than 6 weeks following your return after the challenge. Some charities may request you send this 20% to them before the challenge takes place – your charity will guide you further on this.
Payment Option B - Self-Funding
This option enables you to fund the entire challenge yourself, which means you do not have to commit to raising a set sponsorship. Although no fundraising is required, we do strongly encourage you to support a charity of your choice and raise as much as you possibly can.
Step 1 – You pay the non-refundable registration fee to us, in order to join the challenge.
Step 2 – Prior to your departure, you will receive an invoice to pay the challenge balance as shown on the respective challenge page.
Step 3 – The challenge balance invoice is to be paid no later than 9 weeks before departure.
2026
Registration Fee
£95
Option A - Minimum Sponsorship
£830
Option B - Self-Funding
£415
When?
11 - 13 September Register Now
2027
Registration Fee
£95
Option A - Minimum Sponsorship
£870
Option B - Self-Funding
£435
When?