Inca Trail Challenge: FAQs

Q: Why should I pay for Steve to go on holiday?

A: You shouldn’t! He is covering the basic costs of the Challenge himself. All the money collected on this page will go direct to the National Deaf Childrens Society.

Q: So what is so challenging?

A:  The Inca Trail in Peru starts at 2500 metres and its highest point (Dead Woman’s Pass) is 4200 metres. The longest day’s walk takes 11 hours because of the high altitude which can cause sickness and weakness.

Q: But Steve’s 55 and spends most his time at a desk. Will he make it?

A:  Good question. He’s very determined. His training regime includes workouts at the gym three times a week and fifteen-mile walks in rough terrain at weekends. Finding the time is a challenge, let alone the energy.

Q: Why the NDCS?

A: Steve’s partner Claire has worked for the NDCS for many years and recommended them as a dynamic organisation that makes a real difference to deaf children and their families. The only UK charity uniquely dedicated to deaf children, they provide advice, information and support and campaign for ‘a future without barriers for every deaf child’. They do some very interesting work; check out their website at www.ndcs.org.uk.

Q: How will I know how he got on?

A: Steve will post a diary and photographs on the site when (and if) he gets back.