Expedition is about developing initiative and a spirit of adventure and discovery. You’ll do this by planning, training for and completing an adventurous journey as part of a team.
For your Expedition, you need to:
- Agree on a team goal
- Plan your journey
- Do at least one practice expedition for Silver and Gold
- Complete your qualifying expedition
- Be self-reliant throughout the journey
- Do a final presentation
The length of the Expedition depends on what Award level you’re working on. Take a look at timescales to check how long the section needs to be.
Your route should be one continuous journey. You have to get through the journey using only your own physical efforts, but it does not have to be on foot.
Your mode of travel could be:
- Foot
- Bicycle
- Boat
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Wheelchair
- Horseback
Find inspiration in our Opportunity Finder and programme ideas.


