Join Us for PTSD UK’s 10th Birthday Everest Base Camp Fundraiser Trek
In 2025, PTSD UK marks 10 years of raising awareness, offering support, and fostering hope for all those affected by PTSD & C-PTSD. To honour this milestone, we are planning something truly special—and we want you to be a part of it!
In September 2025, we’ll be bringing together members of the PTSD UK community to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp, Nepal. Along the way, you’ll experience the breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Nepal, trekking through beautiful valleys, dense forests and across glacial rivers, all whilst enjoying awe-inspiring glimpses of the highest point on earth, Everest.
A Journey Beyond the Summit
For those affected by PTSD or C-PTSD, it’s not always about reaching the ‘summit’; sometimes, the most significant victories are found along the way. It isn’t always about an ‘end goal’ in a traditional sense but about finding strength in every step and embracing each small victory along the way. For some, success may mean talking openly to a friend for the first time, reaching out to a GP, or starting treatment. These moments might seem small on the surface, but they’re significant milestones that reflect courage, resilience, and a commitment to healing. That’s why, for our fundraising trek, we’ve set our sights on Everest Base Camp. This isn’t just a stopping point but a powerful symbol of resilience and progress, at a staggering 5,364 metres (17,598 feet) above sea level. Reaching Base Camp is a monumental achievement that requires preparation, dedication, and grit—qualities that resonate deeply with the journey of recovery from PTSD and C-PTSD.
Much like the towering heights of Everest’s summit, Base Camp is an extraordinary goal in its own right. The journey to Base Camp reminds us that success isn’t a single, towering summit—it’s found in every step forward, every new height reached, and every moment of strength along the path. This trek reminds us that progress looks different for everyone, and sometimes the greatest strength is in setting meaningful ‘smaller’ goals and honouring each one. The path to Base Camp mirrors the journey with PTSD or C-PTSD: every step, every effort, and every achievement—no matter how ‘small’—is a testament to resilience and the power of taking each day as it comes.
Why Join the Trek?
This fundraising adventure promises to be much more than just a physical challenge; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, bond with our PTSD UK community, and, most importantly, make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by PTSD and C-PTSD.
- Raise Awareness of PTSD & C-PTSD: This fundraiser will spark important conversations that shine a light on the realities of living with PTSD & C-PTSD. By participating, you will help amplify PTSD UK’s message, break down stigma and encourage more understanding and compassion for those affected.
- Support PTSD UK’s Work: Every step you take on this journey will help raise vital funds to support PTSD UK’s mission, allowing us to reach more individuals who need us, expand our vital resources, and continue spreading hope. In particular, if everyone on the trek reaches their fundraising target, we can fund vital research that will help us campaign for important changes in policy regarding PTSD treatment.
- Inspire Hope & Challenge Yourself—Your Way: This trek is designed to reflect that personal milestones come in many forms; it’s not about reaching the summit—it’s about embracing the path. Whether you’re taking that first step towards something new or nudging past your comfort zone, by taking part you’ll inspire others with your personal story of hope and healing.
- Community and Connection: Join a group of like-minded individuals who understand that resilience is a shared journey. Experience the power of unity, support, and collective purpose as you trek through some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes.
What’s more, you don’t have to be diagnosed with PTSD or C-PTSD to join us. Whether you’re trekking for someone affected by PTSD or C-PTSD, in memory of a loved one or simply in support of everyone affected, every step you take will help to transform lives.
What To Expect On The Trek
Embarking on the Everest Base Camp trek is a journey through stunning Himalayan landscapes, Sherpa villages, and ancient monasteries. Whether you’re an experienced trekker or someone looking for a life-changing experience, this trek is designed for anyone with a passion for adventure and a heart for making a difference.
Participants should anticipate varied terrain, from lush forests to rugged paths, with roughly 6 hours of walking on each full day of trekking. There will also be shorter acclimatisation days, essential to adjust to the altitude, rest, recuperate and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. The route typically spans 12 to 14 days (depending on weather conditions) allowing time for gradual progress and appreciation of the spectacular surroundings.
To take part, it’s not important whether or not you’re super fit right now. We’ll send training plans to help you get to where you need to be, and the key is to enjoy going slowly. As a rough idea, you’ll need a reasonable level of fitness that allows you to walk 10km (around 6 miles) each day. You can read more about what an Everest Base Camp trek entails here.
Our Guides & The Local Community
We’ll be partnering with True Summit Adventures, an organisation with a wealth of experience in bespoke trekking adventures. True Summit Adventures prioritises sustainability and works closely with local communities to ensure that the places they visit are left better than they found them. In choosing to work with them, we aim not only to raise funds to bolster our work supporting all those affected by PTSD & C-PTSD, but also to give back to local communities in Nepal.
Also, for every person that joins the fundraiser, True Summit Adventures have offered to donate 15% of the cost of your trip to PTSD UK, highlighting their commitment to social responsibility and giving back.
Register Now To Save Your Spot
We’re thrilled to have received so much interest for this epic trek, and we can’t wait to begin this adventure with you! We know that taking on the Everest Base Camp Trek is a big decision, so please do feel free to reach out to info@ptsduk.org if you have any questions.
Given the significant planning and organisation involved, we kindly ask that only those who are genuinely interested and fully able to commit to fundraising or self-funding sign up for this trek. Due to high demand and the limited number of places available, it’s essential that participants are dedicated to the journey and the cause. Your commitment ensures that we can make the most of this opportunity to raise awareness and support for PTSD UK.
On this adventure, we’ll remind ourselves that growth isn’t always about conquering; sometimes, it’s about standing strong amidst the journey. This trek embodies the essence of PTSD UK’s mission: finding strength in each step, together.
Join us in celebrating 10 years of inspiring hope in all those affected by PTSD & C-PTSD. Get ready to adventure with us, share stories, and be part of something unforgettable. Sign up for the Everest Base Camp Fundraiser Trek today and make every step of your journey matter for those living with PTSD and C-PTSD across the UK.
Registration Options
Minimum Sponsorship Place
By choosing a minimum sponsorship place, you’ll commit to raising vital funds for PTSD UK while experiencing this incredible challenge. To secure your spot, you’ll need to pay a registration fee of £695, which can be split into two monthly instalments if required, and raise a minimum of £3,300 for PTSD UK.
Fundraising Breakdown:
- £2,300 of your fundraising will cover the costs of your trip. Please ensure your sponsors are aware of this allocation.
- £1,000 of your fundraising, along with any additional funds you raise, will go directly to support PTSD UK’s vital work.
Key Dates to Note:
- 15th June 2025: You must raise 50% of your fundraising target (£1,650) by this date. If this milestone is not met, PTSD UK reserves the right to revoke your place, but we will provide full support to help you achieve this goal.
- 19th July 2025: You must raise 70% of your fundraising target (£2,300) by this date (10 weeks before departure).
Self Funded Place
If you choose a self-funded place, you are opting to cover the cost of the trip yourself, giving you the freedom to fundraise without a set target.
To secure your spot, you’ll need to pay a registration fee of £695, which can be split into two monthly instalments if required. The remaining balance of £2,300 is due by 15th June 2025.
Payment Breakdown:
- Registration Fee: £695
- Balance Payment: £2,300
- Total: £2,995
There’s no mandatory fundraising target for self-funded participants, but we encourage you to set a goal of £1,000.
Every pound you raise will help PTSD UK provide vital resources, fund groundbreaking research, and campaign for better treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD in the UK.
What’s covered and what’s not
What’s Included:
- All transfers, including hotel transfers on arrival and departure
- 3 nights full board accommodation at a 4* hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights at the start, 1 at the finish)
- Welcome and celebration dinners
- Kathmandu city tour with lunch
- Western and Nepali guides
- Fully portered trek
- All permits
- All food and accommodation on the trek (excludes drinks other than tea, coffee and water)
- Bottled water throughout
- Fixed wing flights from Ramechappe or Kathmandu to Lukla
- Helicopter from Pheriche to Lukla before flight back to Kathmandu (trekking one way only)
- Dedicated first responder, first aid kit and oxygen cylinder
- PTSD UK kit (TBD)
What’s Not Included:
- International flights
- Nepal entry visa
- Tip to Porters and Nepali guides (roughly $200)
- Wifi in the Tea Houses
SPECIAL SUPPORT FROM True Traveller INSURANCE 
As part of our upcoming Everest Base Camp fundraising trek, the amazing team at True Traveller Insurance have kindly offered to refund the cost of eligible travel insurance policies for our trekkers. This includes the add-on required for Everest Base Camp!
For our incredible fundraisers, this generosity means so much more than just saving on an insurance policy. Each trekker has already had to cover a huge range of personal costs themselves — from international flights , visas and trekking permits , to specialist equipment, clothing, and training gear.
For some, the offer from True Traveller has genuinely made taking part possible. It’s lifted a financial burden, given peace of mind, and allowed them to focus on what really matters: raising vital funds to support people affected by PTSD and C-PTSD.
We’re so grateful for this support — it not only lightens the load for our trekkers but also helps ensure every pound they raise goes further towards PTSD UK’s mission.
Thank you, True Traveller Insurance, for helping make this adventure possible! 
KEY DATES TO NOTE
15th June 2025: Either 50% of fundraising target (£1650) or self-funded balance required
19th July 2025: 70% of fundraising target (£2300) required
27th September – 8th October: Everest Base Camp Trek
October 2025: Remaining fundraising due
Terms and Conditions for Everest Base Camp Trek Participants (Organised by True Summit Adventures)
By signing up for the Everest Base Camp trek (the “Trip”), I acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. Registration Fee
1.1 I understand that 50% of my registration fee is non-refundable and, in the event of cancellation, will be treated as a donation to cover PTSD UK’s administrative costs related to this event.
1.2 I understand that 50% of my registration fee is refundable if I cancel before 15th June 2025.
2. Insurance
2.1 I take full responsibility for obtaining and maintaining travel insurance to cover any personal costs arising from trip cancellations or disruptions.
2.2 This insurance must cover cancellations due to injury, illness, bereavement, and other unforeseen circumstances.
2.3 The insurance must also provide cover for accidents, injuries, and related incidents during the trip, including medical and rescue for trekking at altitudes of up to 5,500 metres in Nepal specifically.
2.4 I agree to sign a risk and disclaimer waiver before the Trip. PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures assume no liability for loss, injury, or damage to persons or property arising from my actions or omissions. True Summit Adventures assumes full responsibility for my safety during the Trip.
3. Fundraising Commitments (Minimum Sponsorship Model)
3.1 I commit to raising £1,650 by 15th June 2025 and £2,300 by 19th July 2025. Offline funds must be transferred to the associated fundraising page or directly to PTSD UK by these dates.
3.2 If I fail to reach the initial fundraising target of £1,650 by 15th June 2025, PTSD UK reserves the right to revoke my place and allocate it to a replacement participant. If you have any concerns regarding reaching your fundraising target, please do contact the PTSD UK team–they are here to help and support you. We will contact you in March and May to see how things are going, and you can feel free to reach out to us in the meantime for fundraising inspiration and support.
3.3 If I do not participate in the Trip for any reason, any sponsorship money raised will be treated as donations unless donors request a refund directly from PTSD UK.
3.4 I acknowledge that PTSD UK incurs costs as a result of me registering for this trek (e.g., deposit payable to True Summit Adventures, administrative costs, cost of producing and sending training plans and kit) and that these terms and conditions are in place to prevent PTSD UK from losing money as a result of me not fulfilling these commitments.
4. Payment Commitments (Self-Funded Participants)
4.1 Self-funded participants must pay the full balance by 15th June 2025.
5. International Travel Costs
5.1 I understand that international flights to Kathmandu, Nepal entry visas, and travel insurance are not included in the registration fee or minimum sponsorship requirements.
5.2 I am solely responsible for arranging and covering all international travel-related expenses including but not limited to flights to and from Kathmandu, visa fees, travel insurance, and any associated costs.
5.3 PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures are not liable for delays, cancellations, or disruptions affecting my international travel plans.
5.4 I acknowledge that PTSD UK & True Summit Adventures are not liable for delays, cancellations, or any other issues related to international travel that may affect participation in the trek. It is my responsibility to ensure my travel plans align with the scheduled start and end dates of the trek.
5.5 I understand that it is recommended to book either a flexible ticket or an extra night in Nepal at the end of the trek to allow for any weather-dependent changes to our itinerary.
6. Cancellations
6.1 PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures are not liable for any failure or delay in fulfilling obligations due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control.
6.2 If I cancel, 50% of the registration fee is non-refundable.
6.3 If True Summit Adventures cancels the Trip, they will handle all participant communications, refunds, and alternative arrangements.
7. Liability
7.1 PTSD UK acts solely as a promotional partner and holds no operational or safety responsibilities for the Trip.
7.2 True Summit Adventures assumes full responsibility for organising and managing all aspects of the Trip, including safety and risk management.
7.3 I acknowledge that trekking at high altitudes carries inherent risks, and I participate voluntarily, assuming full responsibility for my safety.
8. Participant Responsibilities
8.1 Health and Fitness:
- I confirm that I am physically and mentally fit to participate in the Trip and have consulted a medical professional regarding any pre-existing health conditions or concerns.
- I am responsible for adhering to training plans provided by True Summit Adventures and ensuring I am adequately prepared for high-altitude trekking.
8.2 Compliance with Laws and Rules:
- I agree to comply with all local laws, customs, and regulations in Nepal, as well as with the instructions of True Summit Adventures staff during the Trip.
- I understand that failure to follow instructions or behaving in a manner that endangers myself or others may result in my removal from the Trip without refund or recourse.
9. Safety and Risk Management
9.1 Acknowledgment of Risks:
- I acknowledge that trekking at high altitudes involves inherent risks, including but not limited to altitude sickness, weather changes, and challenging terrain.
- I voluntarily assume all risks associated with the Trip and agree to release PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures from liability related to these risks.
9.2 Emergency Medical Situations:
- I understand that in the event of a medical emergency, rescue operations and medical expenses are my responsibility and must be covered by my insurance.
- I agree to disclose any medical conditions or medication that may affect my participation in the Trip to True Summit Adventures before the start of the Trip.
10. Use of Personal Data
10.1 Data Protection:
- I consent to PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures processing my personal data for the purposes of organising and managing the Trip, including sharing relevant details with third parties (e.g., insurance providers, emergency contacts).
- Personal data will be handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK data protection laws.
11. Cancellation and Force Majeure
11.1 Force Majeure Events:
- In the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of True Summit Adventures or PTSD UK (e.g., natural disasters, political instability, pandemics), the Trip may be cancelled or rescheduled. I agree that PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures are not liable for refunds, additional costs, or other consequences resulting from such events.
11.2 Non-Refundable Expenses:
- I acknowledge that any non-refundable expenses (e.g., flights, visas) incurred prior to cancellation are my responsibility and will not be reimbursed by PTSD UK or True Summit Adventures.
12. Publicity and Media
12.1 Photographs and Videos:
- I consent to photographs, videos, or other media taken during the Trip being used for promotional purposes by PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures.
- If I do not wish for my image to be used, I will notify PTSD UK and True Summit Adventures in writing prior to the Trip.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Complaints Procedure:
- Any disputes or complaints regarding the Trip must be raised with True Summit Adventures directly.
- PTSD UK is not responsible for mediating disputes between participants and True Summit Adventures but may provide reasonable assistance in facilitating communication.
14. Final Acknowledgment of Organiser Roles
14.1 I understand that PTSD UK is a promotional partner only and is not responsible for the organisation, logistics, or safety of the Trip. True Summit Adventures is the sole organiser and operator of the Trip and assumes full responsibility for all operational aspects.
By registering for the Everest Base Camp trek, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
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