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Back again by popular demand!

Following the outstanding success of our recent treks, we have arranged a new opportunity for members of the West Country 100/RMA to support injured Royal Marines in need, directly.

Join other members of the West Country 100 on this year’s trek to Albania. The team will fly into Tirana the capital and trek mountains in the region, including Mt Korab, the highest peak in Albania. They will see historic and cultural sites and visit the Commonwealth War Grave cemetery in Tirana, where a number of Royal Marines are buried, to pay their respects. This operation was a particularly demanding part of Royal Marines history during WW2.

The trekkers will be joined by a number of serving and former Royal Marines who are being supported by the Royal Marines Charity as part of their rehabilitation and recovery. This gives West Country 100 members a unique insight into the good work the Charity does, and it allows some of those who we help to understand why we do it. Once again, you will get a chance to have a hands-on role as part of the ‘solution’.

To book a place: please contact Tom Parsley on mobile 07734 789980 or via email tom.parsley@hays-travel.co.uk. Please also copy Stephen Manning, the trek leader on: sim79731@gmail.com.

For the trip to go ahead, Tom Parsley needs confirmation of your booking by 8th March 2024, with a deposit of £250.

Trek Specification:

Tour Company: Hays Travel. Using local guides and an expedition leader.
Date/Duration: Depart 8 Jun Return 15 Jun. 8 days duration.
Flights: Flights from/to Bristol on Ryan Air.
Location: Albania, Tirana and local areas.
Group Size/Composition: up to 16, including 4 RM serving or retired wounded, injured or sick personnel.
Routine: Trekking in Shkodra (Rozafa Fortress Walk), Komani lake, Valbona, Prizren Old Town, Mt Korab, Dajti National Park incl cable car ride, Tirana and CWGC Cemetery. 7 nights hotels – 3 and 4* accommodation.
Fitness: This is a challenging trek – but it is not mountaineering. Maximum altitude is 2,750m. It is on tracks and requires a decent level of walking fitness. The peak of Mt Korab is a challenge.
Medical Status: Hays Travel will require anyone who wishes to attend to sign a disclaimer and declare themselves medically fit.
Travel Insurance: All team members must have normal travel insurance.
Cost: £1,499 sharing. £140 addl. single room supplement. All costs, including flights, hotels, transfers, and meals are included. Drinks and minor personal expenses are extra. A deposit of £250 will be required on booking. Final payment will be due by 5 April.
Injured Royal Marines’ Costs: The costs for our Royal Marines guests will be sponsored by Airbus UK/RMA – The Royal Marines Charity, our trek principal sponsors.
Sponsorship: Trekkers are also encouraged to use the trip to seek sponsorship to raise money for the RMA-  The Royal Marines Charity