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Sand Snow Sea Expedition
Dania Ahmed • 19 November 2019
Every year we take part in a group charity expedition, trekking the sand, snow and sea through Iran. Dates for expedition to be announced. This is to raise funds for children in need and support the work of Panah Children Charity. You can join, sponsor or donate to this campaign - your donations will go straight towards providing support to children that desperately need your help.
This is a perfect challenge for moderately fit individuals wanting to experience an adventure and meet new people, whilst helping a great cause. Anyone is welcome to join us!
You will be accompanied by our experienced trekker and English-speaking trustee Kamran Hashemi.
Along the way you will see beautiful mountains, wildflowers, a salt lake, the desert, the sea and more. A versatile and adventurous expedition for those willing to take part.
Cost
We don't believe that costs should stand in the way of this exciting opportunity. We only ask that you raise donations of £350, all of this amount will directly go towards charitable projects that support children in need. We support and encourage all participants to fundraise this amount. We can help you set up online fundraising pages on JustGiving, and show you how to ask for
support from friends, family, colleagues etc.
In addition to this donation, you will pay for your personal costs such as travel, accommodation and food. We can send you links to good
airlines and cheap prices, however it is your
responsibility to book the flights to Iran yourself (approx. £450 per person). We will help and advise you with any queries or support you need. This expedition takes place in Iran, so the costs should be relatively low. The cost of transfers, hotels and food are equally shared between the group (approx. £350 per person for the whole expedition).
Itinerary
Dates for the expedition are to be announced.
Get in touch with us if you'd like to be updated on expeditions we plan in the future.
Get in touch with us if you'd like to be updated on expeditions we plan in the future.
Day 1: Arrive in Tehran. Transfer from Airport to Semnan (3 hours). Rest in hotel until midday. Then transfer to Dameghan (2 hours) and explore the historic town including 2300 year old Tarikhaneh Temple and Tepe Hissar, the prehistoric site, etc. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 2: Transfer to Aligholi Salt Lake (2 hours) to begin the challenge. Explore the area and then trek to Khoors and Khargooshi sand dunes (4 hours). Camp the night in the desert, under the stars.
Day 3: Trek to Chesme Ali springs (6 hours). Overnight stay in a cottage.
Day 4: Trek up the mountains to Chahrdeh village and then to Chamaan Savar meadows in the mountains (8 hours). Overnight stay in tent.
Day 5: Trek through the Alborz Mountains to Jahan Nama village (7 hours). Overnight stay in a cottage.
Day 6: Trek down the mountains and exolore the unique and lush Hyrcanian Forests to Shast Kola to complete the challenge (6 hours). Transfer to Bandar Gaz for dinner by the Caspian Sea.
Overnight stay in hotel in Gorgan.
Day 7: Explore the bazaar and old quarters in Gorgan in the morning and flight to Tehran in the afternoon. Dinner in Darband by the river. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 8: Transfer to the airport for the return flight in the morning.
Day 2: Transfer to Aligholi Salt Lake (2 hours) to begin the challenge. Explore the area and then trek to Khoors and Khargooshi sand dunes (4 hours). Camp the night in the desert, under the stars.
Day 3: Trek to Chesme Ali springs (6 hours). Overnight stay in a cottage.
Day 4: Trek up the mountains to Chahrdeh village and then to Chamaan Savar meadows in the mountains (8 hours). Overnight stay in tent.
Day 5: Trek through the Alborz Mountains to Jahan Nama village (7 hours). Overnight stay in a cottage.
Day 6: Trek down the mountains and exolore the unique and lush Hyrcanian Forests to Shast Kola to complete the challenge (6 hours). Transfer to Bandar Gaz for dinner by the Caspian Sea.
Overnight stay in hotel in Gorgan.
Day 7: Explore the bazaar and old quarters in Gorgan in the morning and flight to Tehran in the afternoon. Dinner in Darband by the river. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 8: Transfer to the airport for the return flight in the morning.
Trip Extras
Iran is a stunningly beautiful country with a unique history. We encourage participants to add a week of independent travelling onto their
expedition, to properly experience the country once you have a feel
for the culture and language. You can experience Iran's hospitality, see the capital Tehran, cultural city of Esfahan, visit famous palaces, museums, explore the traditional old-market bazaar and create an unforgettable experience. We are happy to help you book trips and expeditions, or wave
you off independently- the choice is yours.
If you are interested in signing up or would like more information, please contact us using the form below. We would love for you to join us on this adventure!
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