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 paddleboarding and caving.
Why
Promote the importance of an active and fulfilling life at any age.
THE CHALLENGE ON PRIME VIDEO
Stories of overcoming, resilience and adventure that have been recognised by critics and the social sector.
Challenge Peru 2024
Five people over the age of 65 are embarking on an extreme expedition: to travel to Peru and reach the summit of Vallunaraju, at almost six thousand metres in height. Their objective is none other than to demonstrate that age is merely a number.
Arctic Challenge 2025
Five people are pushing the boundaries of age in Svalbard, Norway, in the Arctic. Among glaciers and tundras, they demonstrate that a passion for life and adventure has no expiration date.
Acknowledgements
Malaga Festival
BIZNAGA AWARD
Distinguished as the documentary with the greatest social impact for its faithful portrayal of active ageing and the elimination of ageism.
INSE Awards
MSCA Prize
Winners of the Best CSR Campaign in the Insurance Sector, for its high value in inspiring healthy habits in the older population.
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Inkafest Festival
International recognition for our documentary “The Footprint of Time”, selected for screening and broadcast.
1st category
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner, «The Footprint and Time,» for best use of message in a social advertising documentary.
2nd CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best contribution to brand development in an integrated campaign.
3RD CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best execution in branded content.
Malaga Festival
BIZNAGA AWARD
Distinguished as the documentary with the greatest social impact for its faithful portrayal of active ageing and the elimination of ageism.
INSE Awards
MSCA Prize
Winners of the Best CSR Campaign in the Insurance Sector, for its high value in inspiring healthy habits in the older population.
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Inkafest Festival
International recognition for our documentary “The Footprint of Time”, selected for screening and broadcast.
1st category
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner, «The Footprint and Time,» for best use of message in a social advertising documentary.
2nd CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best contribution to brand development in an integrated campaign.
3RD CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best execution in branded content.
Malaga Festival
BIZNAGA AWARD
Distinguished as the documentary with the greatest social impact for its faithful portrayal of active ageing and the elimination of ageism.
INSE Awards
MSCA Prize
Winners of the Best CSR Campaign in the Insurance Sector, for its high value in inspiring healthy habits in the older population.
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Inkafest Festival
International recognition for our documentary “The Footprint of Time”, selected for screening and broadcast.
1st category
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner, «The Footprint and Time,» for best use of message in a social advertising documentary.
2nd CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best contribution to brand development in an integrated campaign.
3RD CATEGORY
PUBLIFESTIVAL AWARD
Winner «The Footprint and Time» for best execution in branded content.
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: You must complete the form that becomes available at the start of each selection. Although The squad for Vietnam 2026 has already been finalised., We'll soon be looking for the protagonists of 2027. Leave us your details so we can contact you as soon as the new edition opens.
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!
Media impact
MENTIONS IN THE NEWS
MILLION IMPACTS
Arctic feat: Spanish seniors conquer Pyramiden after the most extreme stage.
Five strangers, 17 days in Vietnam: the Desafío Santalucía is looking for new ‘seniors’ for its most demanding expedition.
We are looking for five sporty and adventurous people over 65 years old to live a unique experience in Peru.
The "Desafío Santalucía Seniors" already has its five finalists for the adventure in Peru.
Vietnam 2026: the Santalucía Seniors Challenge opens applications.
The Desafío Santalucía Seniors Vietnam 2026 gets underway.
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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.