N 2019, lifelong Celtic supporter Frank Gilhooley will lead a group of volunteers on a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, and he has nominated Celtic FC Foundation as beneficiary of the funds raised.

Scottish actor Frank, who is known for his roles in River City, Still Game and Outlander, will head up the Celtic contingent known as ‘The Wander Bhoys’, in embarking on an 13-day journey, in the February/March 2019.

Kilimanjaro, situated in North East Tanzania, is the highest walkable mountain in the world and offers a truly unique challenge. Check out the video for more information on ‘The Wander Bhoys – Kilimanjaro Challenge’.

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The cost of the trip will be £2,750 per person and each volunteer will also be tasked with raising a minimum of £1,000, as a charitable contribution to Celtic FC Foundation. Participants must be aged 18 or over on the day of departure. The package includes:

– Return flights from central Scotland, departing Thursday, February 28 and returning on Tuesday, March 12.

– Transfers when in Africa.

– Hotel accommodation and food.

– Mountain guides.

– Doctors.

– Insurance.

– A celebratory party after completion of the trek.

– A two-day safari experience

The cost of the trip can be covered by each individual or alternatively, ‘The Wander Bhoys’ would encourage businesses and supporters’ clubs to consider sponsoring representatives to take part.

To join ‘The Wander Bhoys – Kilimanjaro Challenge’ a deposit of £200 should be paid by Friday, June 29. You can register your interest in ‘The Wander Bhoys – Kilimanjaro Challenge’ by emailing [email protected]