The whole group will be involved with cooking in the cabin. All water will be boiled and everyone will assist in melting snow for drinking water. You’ll need to bring your own ration food to eat during the survival phase.

Meals at the beginning of the challenge will be substantial, but it’s still a good idea to bring energy bars and snacks to keep you going throughout the day. Please let us know in advance of any special dietary requirements. 

We advise you to check that your polio and tetanus vaccinations are up-to-date. We also recommend you seek professional medical advice from your GP or local travel clinic prior to travel.

This two-day course will be held in Devon in November 2019. You'll learn the four basic survival principles of food, fire, water and shelter, and you'll cover night navigation, search and rescue techniques and other topics like cold weather injuries.

We’ll let you know the dates as soon as they’ve been confirmed. Accommodation and meals are included in your fundraising target, but you’ll need to cover travel costs. 

Beforehand: You’ll be sent a fundraising guide with useful tips on how to meet your sponsorship target. We’ll be in touch regularly and we’ll organise a briefing day where you’ll meet other participants and hear more about the challenge. You’ll also be invited to a social media group where you can arrange to meet fellow participants for training events and social gatherings.

During the trip: Your group will be accompanied by a qualified medic and trek leader, as well as a Marie Curie representative. Local guides will escort the group along the route. 

We ask you to raise a minimum of £2,800. A minimum of £1,724* will go directly to Marie Curie, as well as anything you raise over the minimum sponsorship. If you’d like to pay for the trip yourself, please contact us on 0800 716 146** for further information. 

*Based on minimum participant numbers
**Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones. Your call may be recorded for quality and training purposes.

Average temperatures are between 0ºC to -30ºC. Although the temperature is extremely cold, the atmosphere is crisp and exhilarating and not like cold days in the UK. 

Weather can be unpredictable, so be prepared for all conditions.

Participants should have at least six months’ validity on their passports from the date of return to the UK. A visa is not required to visit Europe. Other nationalities are advised to check with the Swedish Embassy.

Anyone wanting to stay on after the trek can arrange to do so through The Ultimate Travel Company at a cost and subject to availability. Please contact them on 020 7386 4680 or events@theultimatetravelcompany.co.uk

We require 80% of the total amount (minimum of £2,240) by 20 December 2019. The remainder of the sponsorship money is due four weeks after you return from the event. 

Marie Curie is committed to responsible tourism. This challenge is organised by our tour operator, The Ultimate Travel Company, who can provide guidelines on responsible tourism.