Expeditions and Events

Set off on an adventure!

Take part in an exciting charity challenge adventure whilst raising money to support disadvantaged communities!

More and more people are discovering that Computer Aid Challenge Events are a fun and rewarding way for you, your friends and your colleagues to get involved in our work.

The links below tell you more about our upcoming events and show you how to sign up for the experience of a lifetime! 

Eric Knopp took part in a cycling challenge across Chille:

"Cycling in Chile was a fantastic experience, covering over 750 miles around Lake Llanquihue with the Osorno Volcano as a gorgeous backdrop. The best part of the trip was a visit to a school in Santiago which has a computer lab filled with computers donated by Computer Aid. The students really loved learning there. I also raised nearly £5000 and have signed up to the next trip!"

We are constantly updating the events that we have available. Sign up for our newsletter or join our Facebook Group and we’ll make sure you are notified as we add new events to our calendar. For more information on any of our events, or for support in arranging your own, please contact Rachel Astall or call 020 8361 5540.

London as you've never seen it before..

NIGHTRIDER™ is a one day charity cycle ride with a difference....it’s at night!

Embark on an exciting 100km moonlit ride through London in this unique challenge. The circular route begins at either Alexandra or Crystal Palace and takes in some of London's most famous streets and landmarks along the way, finishing in time for a well-earned breakfast at the finish line!

Clear signposting, full back up support and the opportunity for regular refreshment stops make this event suitable for everyone from experienced cyslists looking to test their speed and endurance in a unique way to those new to the sport looking for a fun and accessible challenge. 

Sponsorship for this event is just £175, plus a £39 registration fee. 

Take a look at our information pack for this unique event here, or for more information contact Rachel via email or call her for a chat on 020 8361 5540. 

To register today click here. 

An incredible finish line!

Enjoy a long weekend cycling to the Eiffel Tower!

This long-weekend challenge cover the 300km distance from London to Paris in just three days.

We will set off through the streets of south London and cycle through undulating countryside towards the south coast before catching the Ferry to France.

The next day we'll cycle from Dieppe through sleepy Normandy villages to Gournay en Bray- with some challenging hills to conquer along the way!

As we approach Paris on day three our surroundings become more urban.  We reach the city centre via its most famous park, the Bois de Boulogne.  From there it’s just a couple of kilometres along wide Parisian boulevards to the city’s most famous landmark, the Eiffel Tower, our finish line!

Day four is free for you to explore the sights of Paris or just take a well earned rest, before boarding the Eurostar for a relaxing journey back to London.

Take a look at Nigel's blog, a previous London to Paris participant, here

For more information take a look at the info pack here, or contact Rachel via email or call her for a friendly chat on 020 8361 5540

An African adventure

Leave the rain behind and set off on a unique ten day African adventure!

Cycle across lush highlands and vast open savannas and descend into the spectacular Rift Valley on this unmissable cycle challenge which includes a trip to one of our projects where you can see the difference your support makes.

Departing from London on 26^th November 2012 we’ll be cycling 400km from the foot of Mount Kenya to the shores of Lake Victoria- riding across the equator along the way!

* The chance to see Zebras, Giraffes, Elephants, Antelopes and more in their natural habitat
* Pass through some of the last remaining rainforest in East Africa and meet friendly local communities
* Feel like a superhero as we complete the ascent of the Elgayo Escarpment!

This incredible challenge is suitable for both experienced cyclists and those of average fitness (with training!) and everyone is welcome from individuals to teams of friends, colleagues or clients!

Minimum sponsorship is required and Computer Aid will be there every step of the way to support you in your fundraising and training. The trip includes everything from flights and hotels to bike hire and full back up from an experienced and ATOL accredited tour company. 

For more information take a look at the information pack for this event here or contact Rachel via email or call her for a friendly chat on 020 8361 5540

To sign up today, visit our online registration form here.

Trip itinery:

Day 1: Overnight flight to Nariobi
Day 2: Coach transfer followed by short cycle to Green Hills Hotel in Nyeri.(5km)
Day 3: Cycle through lush countryside passing fields of crops and spectacular views of Mount Kenya. After 83km we reach the equator. Overnight  stay at the Thomson's Fall Lodge. As the name suggests, there are waterfalls within the hotel complex. (98km)
Day 4: Leave Nyahururu, heading into the Subkia Valley. Short transfer after lunch to Kabarnet on the eastern edge of the Kerio Valley. Overnight  Kabarnet Hotel.(57km)
Day 5: Cycle across the Kerio Valley. Reach the top of the hill to be rewarded with views across the Rift Valley. After lunch generally downhill to overnight stop in Eldoret. (93km)
Day 6: First half of the day is spent on undulating tarmac roads through plantations and farms. After lunch we will cycle on a dirt track through villages and into the rainforest towards Kakamega. (98km)
Day 7: Cycle with views of Lake Victoria to Kenya's third largest town, Kisumu for celebratory meal. (53km)
Day 8: Transfer by road to Nairobi. Optional visit to Carnivore "Africa's greatest eating experience" and popular nightclub the Simba Saloon.
Day 9: Half day optional tour to Nairobi National Park. Evening transfer to airport for overnight flight to the UK.
Day 10: Arrive UK.

See the mystical Great Wall

Discover the Great Wall!

Explore different sections of the Great Wall of China in the hills around Beijing. Head deep into the countryside, and away from the tourist traps, to see this majnificent structure in a new way. See panoramic vistas from watch tours, unrestored sections of the Wall dating back to the Ming Dynasty and dicover a country immersed in history, mythology and ancient traditions.

After the trek there will be free time in Biejing to visit amazing sights such as the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

Registration costs £250 and there are two payment options for this adventure:

1.    Raise £2700 minimum sponsorship

2.    Pay £1342 & raise as much as possible for Computer Aid International

Computer Aid will be there every step of the way to support you in your fundraising and training.

For more information email Rachel via email or call her for a friendly chat on 020 8361 5540

See beautiful desert scenery

Spend a long weekend trekking through the beautiful Sinai desert!

Climb Mouth Sinai at sunset and stand on the spot where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments, see spectacular desert scenery, lush oases, rugged granite mountains and a labyrinth of colourful canyons, camp out under the stars and finish on the shores of the Red Sea.

For more information on this spectacular challenge contact Rachel via email or call her for a friendly chat on 020 8361 5540

Cycling not your thing? Take a run instead!

There are loads of running events across the UK and beyond which you can take part in to support Computer Aid.If you've signed up to an event there is no minimum sponsorship requirement- we'll just help you to raise as much as possible to combat poverty!

Whether you have an event in mind or you'r looking for inspiration Computer Aid can help with information, t-shirts and fundraising support to make your event a success.

For more information, help and advice contact Rachel via email or on 20 8361 5540

Whilst our events are accesible to everyone of average fitness with training our events do require a good level of fitness, strength and endurance. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the appropriate level of fitness. Our events are not recommended for those with any infirmity. You should check with your doctor to ensure that you are sufficiently fit and healthy to participate.
To register online please indicate that you do not have a history of any of the following conditions:

• Heart or circulatory disease
• Diabetes
• Raised blood pressure
• Joint or back injuries
• Respiratory disease
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Heat stroke
• Hay fever
• Vertigo
• Epilepsy
• Altitude sickness
• You have not undergone hospital treatment in the last 12 months.

If you have a history of any of these conditions or you are aged over 65 you must complete our medical form in writing and consult your doctor. In which case you should apply for our no obligation information pack, which will have all the relevant forms and details to register by post, by clicking here.

Fill in an application form by clicking here .

We've teamed up with Skyline to give everyone the opportunity to raise funds whilst having an ultimate Skydiving experience! The amount you need to raise starts from as little as £360.

To book your place email events@computeraid.org

Natalie Awdry was one of the four person BioMed Central team in Liverpool that completed a 1,000 metre static line jump, raising over £1,750 as part of their corporate support for Computer Aid.

Click here to find out more!

The India team reach the finish line!

Cycle India and Cycle Death Valley are both full up- participants headed off to take on an adventure. 

Paul jetted off to cycle around India, read about his exciting experiences in our blog, here