The Stars Appeal is looking for adventurous fundraisers to take on a trekking challenge for 2026 to the beautiful foothills of the Indian Himalayas.
The Dalai Lama trek in North East India sets off in April 2026. It starts in Dharamsala, home of the Dalai Lama, and over the five days of trekking walkers will wind up steep and hilly paths reaching altitudes of 3,200m, resting in mountainside campsites at night. The trek will follow trails used for centuries by local shepherds.
Potential trekkers are invited to an Information Evening this October to find out more.
Jo Maslen, Volunteer Challenge Manager for the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity said: “Our treks bring together people of all ages and backgrounds, including hospital consultants and midwives, 80-year-olds and twenty-somethings. It’s so inspiring to see everyone step way out of their comfort zones to take on some of the toughest challenges in support of our Hospital.
“The money the trekkers raise will enable the Stars Appeal to do even more for patients, their families and staff across the hospital by funding state-of-the-art equipment, enhancements to buildings, and ongoing projects including Stars Appeal Wi-Fi, emergency patient clothing and wellbeing support for patients with cancer.”
This is a trek for people who love to take on a challenge and experience new places and cultures with lots of breathtaking scenery along the way, including the Dhaula Dhar White Mountains and Kangra Valley.
The Stars Appeal is asking all trekkers to raise at least £2,000 each to support projects across Salisbury District Hospital.
At the Trek Information Evening on Wednesday, October 9, potential trekkers can find out about the trek, the challenges, training and fundraising and hear from previous trekkers, Stars Appeal representatives and experts from Discover Adventure, the adventure challenge company who are organising the trek. They will be able to ask questions and sign up for the trek on the night.
Previous treks have seen Stars Appeal supporters journey to Colombia’s Lost City, tackle desert trails to Petra and the altitudes of Machu Picchu as well as the Great Wall of China and Grand Canyon.
Sign up to get the timings and venue for the Information Evening on the Stars Appeal website at www.starsappeal.org/event/stars-appeal-trek-2026
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