Leucan Expedition

Date: April 24 to May 3, 2026*

*Please note that dates are subject to minor changes depending on flight availability.

The total cost per participant is $3,470, including fixed costs, plus flexible costs for international flights, estimated at between $1,000 and $1,300.

This year, travel agency Terra Ultima will be in charge of planning your adventure, ensuring a memorable and well-organized experience from start to finish.

Payment to be made to Terra Ultima :

• Mandatory deposit of $500 upon registration.
• Payment of 50% of the land portion, 120 days prior to departure date. *The land portion refers to the portion of the trip that covers on-site services, i.e. everything that does not include international flights (see What’s included in the trip).
• The remaining balance of the land portion, 60 days prior to departure.

The participant agrees to raise a minimum of 3,000$ for Leucan. These funds will support the Association’s mission, which is to promote the recovery and well-being of children with cancer and their families through distinctive and adapted accompaniment and support services, at every stage of the disease and its effects. Leucan will be pleased to issue tax receipts to your donors, but only for the portion donated to Leucan.

• A tax receipt will be issued for all donations of 2$0 or more, or on request, and is reserved for the donor.
• To issue a tax receipt, the donor must not have received anything in exchange (e.g., a gift, visibility, etc.).
• Many companies commit to matching or exceeding employee donations to causes like Leucan. Check with your employer to see if this is the case. They may receive a tax receipt for their donation.

• Ground transportation within the country visited
• Terra Ultima tour guide
• Certified local guide and driver(s)
• Mountain guides
• All meals (in town and on the trail)
• Accommodation in town and in the mountains
• Entrance fees to places visited during the trip
• Transportation by bus or 4×4 with luggage
• Communication system in remote areas
• All common hiking equipment
• Pre-departure briefing

• International flights
• Beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
• International airport taxes
• Tips for Quebec guides
• Vaccinations, if required
• Insurance
• Personal equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, clothing, etc.)
• Anything not included in “What’s included in the trip”.
• Contribution to the Indemnity Fund ($1 per $1,000)

This challenge is open to all adults who care about children with cancer. Hikes are at intermediate level. Please consult the itinerary for details of the planned hikes (walking time, altitude difference, etc.). Physical fitness, good health and adequate preparation are required. Hiking at high altitudes, especially above 5,000 m, entails the risk of discomfort or altitude sickness.

IMPORTANT: By registering for the Leucan Expedition, participants agree that photos and videos taken during the trip may be used for promotional purposes on television or social networks to represent the Association and the Expedition.

Please note that all guides will speak exclusively in French, so it’s essential that every member of the group understands and speaks the language to ensure a smooth and rewarding experience for all.

In order to be well prepared for the climb, Terra Ultima will accompany climbers on a preparatory outing to measure the participants’ progress. In preparation for this outing, as well as for the trip itself, it is advisable to follow a tailor-made training plan. If you wish, you can work with a trainer to develop a plan that will lead you to your ultimate goal. The steps will vary according to your fitness history, age, gender, BMI, etc.

In addition to your preparation, which will take place in the gym or at home if you have a minimum of equipment, remember that there’s no better training for the mountains… than doing mountains! We encourage participants to hike regularly on forest and mountain trails to prepare their ankles, muscles and cardio for the real challenge. These outings are ideally done in the same clothes and equipment you’ll be wearing during the expedition.

In addition to hiking, running, cycling and cross-country skiing, these are great additions to your preparation routine.