Santalucía Seniors Challenge
Vietnam 2026
Santalucía Seniors Challenge Vietnam ’26
A unique project with people between 65 and 80 years old who embody the meaning of positive longevity and the importance of leading an active and healthy life at any age. A challenge that puts to the test their physical strength, motivation, wisdom, and teamwork.
What is the challenge?
Who
Five people, men and women, aged between 65 and 80.
Where
A challenge in the natural and vibrant landscapes of Vietnam.
How
They will do everything from trekking and cycling to kayaking and caving.
Why
Promote the importance of an active and fulfilling life at any age.
How to participate?
In order to select the five people who will take part in the Desafío Santalucía Seniors, will be held a selection process which consists of three phases.
1. Registration form: Write to us at desafiosantalucia@wearetrex.com or click here to fill it in.
2. Personal interview. If you are pre-selected, the organisation will contact you and invite you to the next phase: the personal interview in Madrid. The following will be offered two dates candidates for such an interview.
3. Training: The third and final stage of the selection process will be the holding of the collective sporting event with the rest of the shortlisted candidates, after which the following will be selected the five participants in the Santalucía Seniors Challenge.
What profile are we looking for?
If you are between 65 and 80 years old.
If you lead an active life and you regularly practice sports (trekking, cycling, running, sailing, kayaking, etc.).
If you like adventure, challenges, discovering the world and sharing your life experience in a team.
You are the perfect candidate!
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a cost to participate?
Is there a cost to participate?
Travel costs caused as a result of the attendance to the personal interview in Madrid and to the group training (stages 2 and 3 of the selection process) shall be borne by the applicant. As soon as a candidate is selected as a member of the Challenge Team (after phase 3), the organisation shall bear all the costs involved in their participation.
What physical condition do I need to be in?
To participate in the Desafío Santalucía Seniors it is essential to be in a physical and mental fitness. Proper preparation not only enhances the experience, but also reduces the risks associated with activities in demanding environments.
It is essential to have a good cardiovascular capacity, being able to perform moderate to high-intensity exercises on a daily basis. Strength in the legs and back is also key to withstanding prolonged efforts and handling light loads during the activity.
It is also important to maintain good overall health, avoiding uncontrolled chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or heart problems, which could pose a risk to the participant’s safety.
The five participants will receive, in the previous months, the guide from the sports director who will prepare them physically and mentally to face the expedition in the best conditions.
What is the date of the Challenge?
The Santalucía Seniors Challenge Vietnam 2026 will take place at the beginning of September.
If you want to take part in the Challenge, don't forget that the closing date for applications is 31 March, and the selected candidates will experience an intense selection weekend from 16 to 18 april, The first step towards this unique experience.
