Gold Walking Expedition Overview
An engaging Gold DofE experience focused on skills, teamwork, and adventure
Our Gold Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) walking expeditions offer an exciting, immersive experience that builds advanced outdoor skills, leadership, and resilience. As the highest level of the DofE Award, the Gold expedition challenges students to navigate, camp, and work as a team over extended days in diverse outdoor environments.
10 days | 6 nights | : £560.00 (excluding VAT)
Expedition Itinerary
Training Day (at school)
Timings: 09:00 to 16:00
Price Per Participant: £50.00
Practical Training Day
Timings: 09:00 to 16:00
Price Per Participant £50.00
Practice Expedition
(3 days and 2 night)
Timings: 10:00 on the first day to 16:00 the final day
Price Per Participant: £170.00
Qualifying Expedition
(5 days and 4 night)
Timings: 13:00 on the first day to 16:00 the final day
Price Per Participant: £290.00
Total Package
Price Per Participant: £560.00
Note: These rates are based on a minimum of 21 students per group.
What’s Included
Our comprehensive Gold expeditions include all necessary support and equipment:
- Printed A3 OS maps and full OS maps for advanced navigation
- High-quality tents, gas stoves with fuel, compasses, map cases, and group shelters
- Water purifying pumps for additional safety in remote locations
- Leadership and supervision from experienced staff with National Governing Body (NGB) qualifications and first aid certification
- Full insurance coverage for all participants
- A virtual parent information session to cover the expedition scope and safety measures
- Access to our online portal for easy expedition tracking and management
- DofE fees, campsite fees, risk assessments, and assessor reports
DofE FAQ’s
Find the most common questions asked from our participants, parents and schools
How to Apply
Please contact us at:
Email: info@schoolofoutdoors.uk
Phone: 01296 33 66 44
Achieve the pinnacle of the DofE Award with School of Outdoors and take on a Gold expedition that combines adventure, personal growth, and unforgettable experiences in the outdoors!
He was able to match the training well to the ability of the group, provided good support for those who needed it and challenge for the more advanced."
Contact us
For general inquiries or information, send us an email at:
For immediate assistance or to speak directly with a member of our team, give us a call at:
01296 33 66 44
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
