K2 Quest

Alzheimer's Pakistan is organizing K2 Quest, a fund raising walk to the base camp of K2 from Aug 1, 2009. The funds generated through this walk will be used for the care and welfare of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease and related Dementias.

  Only YOU can help us meet the CHALLENGE!!!
 

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Cost of participation in K2 Quest

Please find below the cost of participation in the fundraising endeavor of Alzheimer's Pakistan :
Foreign Nationals: US$ 2,000
Pakistani Nationals: Rs. 150,000

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How can you raise funds'

Being a part of K2 Quest implies more than just physical exertion. Once you have signed for it, the adventure sets you a multitude of goals. You will be involved in raising funds for the challenge along with getting yourself fit for the adventure. If you find yourself apprehensive about the fund-raising part, do not worry; we are here to assist you in every way. It is our experience that with careful planning well before time, you will find the fund-raising as pleasurable and satisfying as the adventure itself. We are listing a few fund-raising tips below for your convenience but we are sure you are far more creative than that!  

• Fund-raising Receipts 

You will be provided with printed Alzheimer's Pakistan Receipt Books to acknowledge any donation. Should the need arise we would be glad to tailor them to your specific requirements.

• Sponsorship Letter

Letters printed on Alzheimer's Pakistan letterhead will be provided to you for sending to various sponsors. We feel that a well-composed letter can do wonders.

• Fund-raising Events

You can plan get-together parties where each guest will contribute a certain sum towards charity. We are sure that by now your minds are popping with brilliantly original ideas to raise charity. We welcome originality, by the way, so you can carry your imagination to the craziest of ideas.

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  How will the money be utilized?

The funds generated through this walk will be used for the care and welfare of people suffering from people suffering from Alzheimer's disease and related Dementias admitted at Alzheimer's Day Care Center in Lahore .

  What should I expect?'

If you are expecting a five star treatment throughout the tour, you need to get yourself in the true spirit of tourism. Hotel stays are offered in the beginning and end of your itinerary. Other than that, the accommodation and transport services that are offered in Pakistan come up to a comfortably acceptable level along with the convenient availability of all other tourism services.

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  How do I convince sponsors that this is not a holiday?'

For an ordinary holiday you do not spend months in training and fund-raising ‘which becomes a pre-requisite once you register for a Millennium Challenge Adventure like K2 quest. Trekking for days in highly unpredictable temperatures is something that requires a lot of commitment coupled with drive and energy quite unlike an ordinary holiday.

  How fit do I need to be?'

K2 Quest is a tough walk but you must realize that children suffering from a transfusion dependent inherited disease “Thalassaemia” have also done this walk in 2001& 2004 with us without any complications. We would recommend some moderate training for at least  a month and also provide you with fitness training notes to build your stamina.

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  What is included/not included in the tour?'

Included in your package are:

‘          All accommodations during you stay in Pakistan (hotel, camping etc)

‘          All meals

‘          Tour Guide Services

‘          Group Management Services

‘          Airport Pick & Drop Services

‘          Any other mentioned in your itinerary

Not included in your package are:

‘          Travel to Pakistan

‘          Visas

‘          Health & Travel Insurance

‘          Personal Equipment

‘          Personal Expenses

‘          Any other not included in the itinerary

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  What is the accommodation like'

You will be provided with 2-men tents during the trekking. While staying in the cities and towns you will be accommodated in comfortable hotel rooms. Specific details related to your tour can be obtained from your itinerary.

  Is it a safe place for tourists'

No matter what you hear on the contrary, Pakistan is the safest place for tourists specially the northern areas next to China . The hospitable nature of Pakistanis becomes more evident as you go into the Northern Areas where the major source of their income is dependent on tourism. Our tourists have hardly ever encountered a dangerous incident.

  How do I find out more about K2 Quest'

If there is something that you wish to ask or want us to add to our information, you can email Millennium Tours (our K2 trek organizers) at info@millenniumtours.com.pk . We welcome your suggestions and make sure that you get a reply to your queries immediately.

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