Exhilarating Gold Expeditions!
In order to complete your Gold Walking Expedition you first need to complete a programme of training followed by sufficient practice expeditions to hone your skills. Once you have completed all of your training you then need to plan and undertake a 4 day qualifying expedition.
A deposit of £100 is due when you book; the remaining balance is due 28 days before your expedition.
Pre-expedition information pack with lots of helpful advice, kit lists etc.
Bunkhouse accommodation for the first 2 nights.
Camping fees for the other nights.
Free use of group kit.
Supervision from experienced and helpful instructors.
Accredited Assessors for the qualifying expedition.
We provide the following essential group kit free of charge:
Tents
Stoves, pans and fuel
Group tracking device
Group shelters
Group first aid kits
Maps
All of our Open Gold Walking expeditions take place in and around the Brecon Beacons national park. This is a great location for DofE expeditions, the start and finish points are easily accessible by public transport, yet you will be walking in an area which is wild and remote.
Our training and practice expeditions are usually delivered in the Eastern area of the Brecon Beacons known as the Black Mountains with the Qualifying expeditions taking place in the central and western part of the Brecon Beacons. This means that you can do both practice and qualifying expeditions with us, without fear of repeating any of the route you have already walked. This is an important requirement at Gold level, set by DofE HQ. If you would like to read more about the other requirements that all DofE Expeditions must meet, click here.
Brecon Beacons
How hard will it be?
DofE expeditions are supposed to be challenging, so you will find it hard. You may even feel like giving up at some point during your expedition. But you will have your team mates to encourage and help you get through, and at the end the sense of achievement and good memories will definitely outweigh the low points.
What happens if I forget something?
We bring a small stock of spare kit to each expedition, so if you forget something your instructor may be able to help. Alternatively you may be able to visit a shop before you start. However you will not be able to take part unless you are properly equipped.
Why can’t I wear trainers or approach shoes for the expedition?
In order to safely take part in an expedition you must have proper walking boots. These must have soles with good grips and they must come above the ankle.
You will be carrying a heavy load during the expedition so in order to prevent injury, your ankles will need extra support from your walking boots.
If you do not have proper walking boots you will not be able to take part.
If I leave the expedition before it’s finished, will I get a refund?
No – payments are non-refundable. We therefore recommend that you take out insurance to cover you for cancellation or curtailment. Suitable travel insurance policies are widely available.
Book your Open Expedition by completing our simple booking form. You will not be required to pay anything at this initial stage, and a member of our team will contact you shortly.
If you have any questions or would like more information before booking, please get in touch.
Call: 01981 550 433
Email: info@azexpeditions.com
