The trek toured through glaciers and turquoise lakes to the granite towers of Torres del Paine National Park, passing towering wind-carved mountains, crossing ice-cold streams and camping in rugged terrain.
In preparation, Koekkoek trained with intense walking sessions and attending the gym. Having worked at NCB for six years, she combined her passion for its work with her desire to complete a challenge in one of the world's most spectacular locations. To raise funds, she baked cakes, ran a pub quiz and bingo night and sold raffle tickets.
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