In collaboration with Wolo Foundation, Africa Wild Trails will deliver this unique, international charity 4x4 overland adventure. All funds raised will help families in Sussex affected by cancer.

Participates will embark on a journey of nature, self-discovery and conservation, to raise vital funds for Wolo Foundation.

WHAT TO EXPECT!

“ This challenge will test and develop resilience, teamwork, and adaptability in appropriately remote and demanding environments.”

Long distance driving – slow travel through wild places on rough, sandy tracks, requiring focus and endurance

Unpredictable conditions – weather, roads, wildlife, and delays mean nature sets the pace

Navigation and decision making – reading the land, using maps, SAT NAV, local knowledge, and trusting leaders

Cooking together – self catered meals, shared responsibility, and making the most of vehicle based kitchens

Daily camp routines – setting up and packing up camp together, building discipline, rhythm, and teamwork

Shared responsibility – looking after vehicles, equipment, and each other throughout the journey

Wildlife encounters – awareness of animal comfort zones and adjusting our behaviour accordingly

Group and social dynamics – living closely together, communicating well, and supporting different personalities

Time away from home – disconnecting from routines, comforts, and regular contact with family and friends

Mental resilience – managing tiredness and low moments, and finding strength in the group

Perspective and reflection – encountering poverty, threatened species awareness, gaining gratitude and a wider worldview

Simple expedition living – fewer comforts, adapting to a slower, and simpler routine, basic washing facilities

Rooftop and ground tents – exposed to the elements, personal space is more limited than usual

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Self-funding

Registration fee: £500 (to Wolo Foundation)

Remaining trip cost: £1880 payable by 31st August 2026

Minimum sponsorship pledge: £1000 (can be paid by you or raised throughout the trip, and is due 14 days after your return).

*Flights are excluded, and are approximately £1000. 

Minimum sponsorship

Registration fee: £500 (to Wolo Foundation)

Minimum sponsorship pledge: £3100 (£2100 payable by 31st August 2026)

Remaining £1000 (can be raised throughout the trip, and is due 14 days after your return).

*Flights are excluded, and are approximately £1000. 

THE EXPERIENCE

THE CHALLENGE

‘Conservation is just a conversation, take no action’

4x4 drive, This expedition is not a race, and has been designed to suit all levels of adventure traveller.

Previous participants have included experienced overlanders and first-time explorers, as well as those who simply want to enjoy the journey at a slower pace, or take part in a bit of everything.

With early starts each day to make the most of the cooler hours, we’ll cover the sandy tracks and remote routes at a comfortable convoy pace, returning to camp early afternoon or early evening I need to express my feelings come out.

There is plenty to enjoy beyond the drive. After arriving in camp, you can relax, swim, take guided bush walks, enjoy bird watching, or simply unwind and watch wildlife move through the landscape. Every day offers time to explore, reflect, and connect with the wild surroundings.

THE JOURNEY

This area of Africa is incredibly rich and diverse in culture, wildlife & conservation initiatives. 

N.B. This itinerary may change due to unusual weather, the ability of the group and so on. We will do our best to keep to the itinerary but we cannot be held responsible for changes that occur outside of our control. In all circumstances your guide and tour leader will have the final say in the interest of the group’s health and safety.

Fundraising target

A minimum fundraising target of £1000 is required to take part in this adventure. Wolo will be there to help you every step of the way with ideas and advice on how to reach this target and help them to continue supporting families all over Sussex on their cancer journeys. Why not ask your employer to match fund you?

Wolo Foundation helps families through their cancer journeys by working with their local community to offer practical help and support to make their day-to-day lives easier. 

Having recently battled cancer herself, founder Fler Wright, want to be able to help families going through similar experiences. There was a distinct lack of support available to her family due to their circumstances, so they created Wolo to help fill this gap. Wolo currently supports families living in Sussex with children under the age of 16 years. The name WOLO came about as Fler & Justin loved the acronym YOLO (you only live once) and enjoy living their lives with their young family to the full - so they adapted it, and created WOLO - which stands for we only live once.

To date, Wolo have helped families with a huge variety of services. They work closely with their local community to offer families a wealth of services to support them at what is, a very stressful time. Services such as; child care, cleaning, gardening, health and wellbeing therapy sessions (for both adults and children), legal services such as will writing, complimentary therapies to ease the side effects of treatment, and have offered opportunities for relaxation/pampering, memory making by supplying passes to local attractions/pantomimes/events, purchased medical aids - plus much more. 

For information please visit www.wolofoundation.org

HIGH STANDARDS 

All Africa Wild Trails company operations have been independently assessed  by the Adventure Activity Associates, the Expedition Providers Association and The Duke of Edinburgh Award, and are fully compliant with the British Standards BS8848, LOtC Quality Badge, EPA & DofE for international ventures and research. 

For more in formation please visit www.africawildtrails.com