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Wolo Africa 4x4 Adventure Challenge 2025


A Mindful Adventure Challenge
Nourishing Our Mental Health Through Adventure

Embark on an ‘African Expedition': Uniting Adventure, Culture, Discovery, and Personal Development

Completing this challenge in Namibia and Botswana not only raises funds for the beneficiaries of the The Wolo Foundation, but offers all of us taking part an holistic mental health boost through exposure to nature, diverse cultures, adventure, mindfulness, sunlight, social connections, and opportunities for self-reflection, fostering relaxation, creativity, and a sense of well-being. 

Celebrating 5 impactful years of The Wolo Foundation, with a challenging adventure encompassing 5 key mental health benefits:

  • Breaking away from daily routines and immersing ourselves in a different environments provides a mental reset. The unique experiences of this African adventure will allow us to detach from stressors, and rejuvenate our minds.

  • The stunning landscapes of Namibia and Botswana, from the vast deserts to unique wildlife reserves, offer a high impact therapeutic escape. Connecting with nature is a key component to achieving balance, reducing stress and improving our mental well-being. The thrill of exploration in adventurous locations boosts our mood by releasing endorphins. The incredible journey we will all be taking part is a wonderful adventure, and contributes to a sense of accomplishment, excitement, and resilience.

  • The thrill of exploration in adventurous locations boosts our mood by releasing endorphins. The incredible journey we will all be taking part is a wonderful adventure, and contributes to a sense of accomplishment, excitement, and resilience.  

  • The thrill of exploration in adventurous locations boosts our mood by releasing endorphins. The incredible journey we will all be taking part is a wonderful adventure, and contributes to a sense of accomplishment, excitement, and resilience.  

  • The vast and peaceful landscapes, and lack of any light pollution at night, especially in the deserts, offer moments of serenity. Embracing that silence facilitates mindfulness, reducing anxiety and promoting mental clarity.

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

Venture Overview

Covering approximately 3,000 kms, our destinations are set but the routes there are not, as we want to spend time exploring the areas we are in, occasionally going for walks and hikes, and immersing ourselves in the locations, landscapes and cultures, with the option of a hot-air balloon ride above the desert. 

Venture Route

This African adventure challenge is about improving our mental health, and raising much needed funds for The Wolo Foundation. The journey takes us on a route through the rich and diverse countries of Namibia and Botswana. Breathtakingly wonderful landscapes, stunning wildlife areas, and welcoming communities await us! Fully equipped 4x4 vehicles will be provided and each vehicle will have a team of 3 or 4 people, and 2 of these must be drivers. 

Basic Itinerary 

Day 1 - 2nd June Arrive Windhoek. Transfer to Lodge. Settle In/ Briefing Allocate vehicles/ Discuss Day 1 Route Plan/ Dinner

Day 2 - 3rd June Depart for Sesriem Campsite, Namib Desert 4hrs drive time/ 350kms. Explore the Sesriem Canyon

Day 3 - 4th June Explore Sossuusvlei sand dunes Optional: Hot-air ballooning above the Namib desert

Day 4 - 5th June Depart and head to Spitzkoppe Campsite 6hrs drive time/ 500kms

Day 5 - 6th June Explore the incredible Spitzkoppe area & Bushman Rock Art

Day 6 - 7th June Depart and head into Etosha Big 5 National Park Campsite 6hrs drive time/ 600kms

Day 7 - 8th June Explore Etosha National Park. Elephant, Lion, Rhino focus Game viewing in the reserve all day

Day 8 - 9th June Depart and head for Tsumkwe Camp near Botswana border 5hrs drive time/ 450 kms

Day 9 - 10th June Depart, cross border, head to Maun, Okavango Delta. Arrive Crocodile Camp and relax. 7hrs drive time/ 400kms + border crossing

Day 10 - 11th June Wildlife viewing on the Okavango Delta by boat

Day 11 - 12th June Depart and head to Ghanzi campsite, Kalahari 4hrs drive time/ 300kms. Bushman walk and survival skills

Day 12 - 13th June Final leg back to Windhoek Lodge inc / Cross border 6hrs drive time/ 550kms + border crossing

Day 13 - 14th June Transfer to airport for depart for home.

Vehicles Information

  • Toyota Land Cruisers 4x4 79 Series and/or

  • Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD-6 4x4 Double Cabs

  • Fully comprehensive insurance for all drivers

  • Unlimited mileage

  • Cross border permits

  • 2 x spare wheels per vehicle

  • GPS (Trip leader will also have mobile phone

  • SATNAV)

  • Med kit & Recovery Kit

  • (compressor, tow rope, jumper cables etc)

  • 24hr assistance

  • Camping Equipment:

  • Rooftop Tents, 2 per vehicle

  • 2 per rooftop tent, or bring ground tent

  • Camping Fridge

  • Chairs

  • Sleeping bag, Sheets, Pillows

  • Table

  • Gas Cooker + 3kg Cylinder

  • Lamps, Axe, Spade

  • Fire Extinguisher

  • Crockery/Cutlery Box

  • Kitchen Box

  • Kitchen Box 2 (pots, pans, kettle etc.)

  • Wash Bowl

  • All food will be purchased by the Advance

  • Party prior to the pain group arrival

Not included

  • Flights are excluded, and are approximately £800 - £1000. 

  • Fuel: Pay as we go. Around £100 per person.

  • Hot air ballooning: Approximately £350 per person.

  • Alcohol: For participant’s own accounts.

Please click on the button below to learn more about the adventure and what to expect on the challenge.

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Self-funding

  • Registration Deposit: £500 (to Africa Wild Trails)

    Remaining trip cost: £1765 payable by 31st April 2025 (4 people in one vehicle)

    A minimum fundraising target of £625 per person is required to take part in this adventure (£2500 per vehicle for 4). 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? (can be paid by you or raised throughout the trip, and is due 14 days after your return).

Please note that there is a first come first served basis as we have to have 4 people per vehicle. So this means participants can join a vehicle or can bring a group of 4 for their own vehicle.

Sign up

If you would like to sign up or have any questions, please submit the form below

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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

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