The Urology Foundation Bear Necessities Trek in Romania

Summary
Journey through the dramatic Carpathian Mountains on this extraordinary Romanian adventure raising funds for The Urology Foundation. Following ancient paths through misty forests and rugged peaks, you'll trek across the stunning Bucegi Plateau and summit Omu Peak at an impressive 2,505m. Along the way, explore traditional mountain villages, stay in rustic mountain huts, and experience the rich folklore of Transylvania with a visit to the legendary Bran Castle - better known as Dracula's Castle! The adventure concludes with a heartwarming visit to a bear sanctuary, where you'll have the chance to observe Romania's majestic brown bears in their natural habitat.
You have two financing options for your TUF trekking challenge. Choose 'Self-funding' and pay your registration fee of £299 when booking, then pay for your own challenge costs of £1,650 by 14 weeks before departure. If self-funding, we ask that you also raise £1,000 or more for the Urology Foundation.
Alternatively, you could choose 'Minimum sponsorship' and pledge to raise at least £2,500 in sponsorship, and in return, they will pay for your challenge costs. All you will need to pay is your registration fee of £299 when booking.
If you have any questions about the challenge, or if you need help booking, our friendly challenge experts are only a phone call away on 01590 646410 between 9:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday, or you can email bookings@dream-challenges.com.
What to Expect
- Trek 95 km over 5 days through the Carpathian Mountains
- Summit Omu Peak at 2,505m in the Bucegi Mountains
- Visit the legendary Bran Castle in Transylvania
- Experience authentic mountain village life and traditional guest houses
- Exclusive visit to a brown bear sanctuary
