Sink your teeth into SSAFA’s latest challenge – a trek through Transylvania!

13 February 2025

Signups are now open for spaces in the Trek Transylvania 2025 in October, a new journey through Romanian mountains and vampiric castles organised by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

Whether you are a fan of classic vampire novels like Bram Stoker’s Dracula or eager to explore the less-travelled corners of Eastern Europe, Trek Transylvania 2025 will be an adventure to remember. The trek will take place from 9-13 October, including the travel days to and from Bucharest.

Starting in Zarnesti, participants will spend three days trekking through dense forests, mountain trails, and alpine meadows, taking in the serene surroundings of Romania’s Piatra Craiului and Bucegi mountain ranges. During the trek you can spot monasteries and mountain huts, and on the third day you can even visit Bran Castle, the home of Count Dracula himself!

SSAFA’s treks are a fantastic way to meet new friends and make memories whilst traversing some of the most stunning locales on Earth. Last year’s destination was Vietnam, and over the course of several days Team SSAFA covered 110 kilometres of jungle, mountain, and village paths, getting a unique sampling of the local culture and surroundings.

Hannah Siddle, SSAFA Challenge Events Manager, added: “We are excited to announce this year's trek destination of Transylvania. Last year's trek to Vietnam was a fantastic success - nearly £100,000 was raised for SSAFA, and those who came along were treated to unique experiences amid great company. The Transylvania Trek is sure to be just as much fun as the Vietnam Trek - so don't miss out!"