Trekking for kids

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is a private trek. Contact Sylvia Alvarino for more information.

Our Work

Trekkers will spend several days with the children at our selected children's home in Cartagena. We will spend time getting to know the children and put the finishing touches on significant capital improvement projects at their home funded by donations raised by Trekkers. In addition we will spend a couple of days of fun, which will include taking the children on a field trip to a nearby point of interest and then celebrating our time together with food, music, and dancing.

Expedition Costs

Price for Expedition: TBD

Group Size: maximum of 12 Trekkers

Expedition Dates: August 10-16, 2025
(Please note: dates listed are the arrival and departure dates to/from Colombia)

Fundraising Commitment: $1000
tax-deductible donations for projects

Included

• TFK leader
• 6 nights in a hotel in Cartagena
• Transportation to and from the children's home
• Activities with the children
• Local activities/tours
• TFK shirts

Not Included

• Airfare to Colombia
• Airport transfers
• Most meals
• Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, or bottled water and other personal expenses
• Tips for local guides
• Travel insurance

Expedition Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Good health
• Physically fit
• Willing to raise minimum $1000 of tax-deductible donations for orphanage projects

3 Step Process

1. Apply • Fill out the online application (link will be provided with invitation)
• Pay $500 deposit ($50 non-refundable)

2. Prepare • Read Information and Fundraising Packet from TFK
• Start a training regimen if not already exercising regularly
• Fundraise for projects
• Gather all necessary gear for the Trek
• Pay remaining Expedition fees
• Arrange flights

3. Experience • Arrive in-country.
• Enjoy a trip of a lifetime!

We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, both before and during your Expedition.

Click here to read about TFK’s Registration and Cancellation Policies.

Download Schedule here.

Coming soon.

Fundraising Resources

After signing up for an Expedition, Trekkers receive a Fundraising Kit, and access to the Trekker Resource Center, with online tips and tools to help you succeed.

Personal Fundraising Page (coming soon)
• solicit donations on your page
• set fundraising goals
• track progress in real time
• upload photos
• post messages to donors

Other Resources • Ideas for raising your $1000 minimum
• form letters to help you get started
• fundraising logs
• receipts and forms
• project flyer

Contact our Director of Operations, Tricia Donaldson, for more information.