Following an initial test event in 2022, long-distance hiking event series, HIGHLANDER, has ramped up its footprint in the UK with the launch of HIGHLANDER Lake District.
From July 5-9, 2023, the Lake District, England’s largest national park and a World Heritage Site, will serve as the UK location for the international event series.
HIGHLANDER Lake District is a long-distance hiking event that provides participants with logistics support for a challenging hiking route. The event offers two different formats including a 94km five-day trek, and a 51-km three-day journey. Event prices start from £249
The event trail includes Scafell Pike – England’s highest mountain – through to Wastwater, the Lake District’s deepest lake. The route also includes popular sites such as Great Langdale and Borrowdale, Ullswater and Aira Force waterfall, as well as the Wainwright Fells of Fairfield, High Raise and Steel Fell.
Founded in Croatia in 2017, HIGHLANDER has grown to host more than 30 events across 25 different countries, all with a mission of helping people immerse themselves in the outdoors.
“We’re thrilled that HIGHLANDER is finally being introduced in the UK as we continue our mission to motivate people to enhance their mental and physical health through hiking adventures and unique experiences,” said HIGHLANDER CEO Jurica Barac.
He added “HIGHLANDER Lake District is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s an adventure of a lifetime and a chance for participants to get out of their comfort zone and grow as individuals. Connecting with nature and conquering both physical and mental obstacles leaves participants with a feeling of accomplishment, enlightenment, and a new outlook on life.”
Aside from hiking, HIGHLANDER offers participants other experiences. Each evening after reaching the designated checkpoint, participants can… ‘immerse themselves in the festival vibe of the event by joining an inspiring programme of activities from music to yoga, workshops and more, or simply enjoy the spectacular starry night sky which is worlds apart from that visible in light-polluted cities.’
Continuing its expansion across the globe, HIGHLANDER has upcoming events this year in Croatia, the United States, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Italy, Spain, and now, the United Kingdom.
