Andes
The expedition brings together six women who have overcome cancer for a journey through the Bolivian Altiplano, the Salar de Uyuni, and the Andean volcanoes under extreme conditions. A highly demanding challenge in mountain biking and mountaineering, marked by altitude, cold, and physical exertion, where every step reaffirms that there is a lot of life after cancer.
The hard part wasn't getting to the top. It was daring to try.
The tour continues in Sajama National Park, with the ascent of two volcanoes over 4,000 and 6,000 meters, Acotango and Nevado de Sajama. The extreme cold and lack of oxygen push the difficulty to the limit, especially on the final climb to Nevado Sajama, where each step demands physical and mental endurance. An experience that embodies the essence of life after cancerto move forward together, even when the body says no.
Rose Fernandez
Sports Director
Rosa Fernandez, with decades of experience in high-mountain expeditions in the Himalayas and Andes, was the first Spanish woman to complete the Seven Summits Project. Rosa, a leading figure in Spanish mountaineering, leads this high-mountain adventure, bringing experience, composure, and adaptability in extreme conditions.
The Expeditionaries
THE CHALLENGE IN THE MEDIA
Six breast cancer survivors face the Pelayo Vida Andes Challenge 2019.
Six women face the biggest challenge of their lives after winning the battle against breast cancer.
The six women of the Pelayo Challenge begin their adventure in the harsh Uyuni salt flats.
Rosa Fernández, a constant challenge to the mountains and life.
Andes Expedition Against Breast Cancer.
AUDIENCE IMPACTS
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PUBLISHED NEWS
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Andes 2019
«The biggest challenge is to challenge yourself and go as far as your mind wants to fly. Suffering transforms into effort, and effort into a victory that shows you how far you can go..«
39 years old · Breast cancer
Madrid · National Police
Raquel
Andes 2019
«There are days when you feel tired, alone, or even broken, but you discover that you can handle it. Because you have yourself, and that's when you decide to truly fight for yourself..»
38 years old · Breast cancer
Madrid · Administrative
Rina
Andes 2019
«Survival isn't enough. I learned that life is fleeting and that each day is a gift. Cancer taught me to value every moment and to not take anything for granted..»
44 years old · Breast cancer
Mexico City · Surgeon and President and Founder of the Alma Foundation
Felisa
Andes 2019
«Overcoming challenges is the driving force that pushes me to keep going, to improve every day, and to show myself that the limits, many times, are only set by me.«
46 years old · Breast cancer
Almería · Building Surveyor
Begona
Andes 2019
«Accepting what happens to you changes your outlook on life. Cancer can give you a new perspective, teach you to value what's important, and help you set new goals.«
52 years old · Breast and kidney cancer
Madrid · Media Analyst at Kantar Media
victoria
Andes 2019
«A day comes when you understand you're not just another survivor, but a warrior who never gave up. Cancer taught me to recognize my own strength.«