Hays’ chief operating officer Jonathon Woodall-Johnston and Intrepid chief executive James Thornton are among the team of 16 who will attempt to climb Mount Toubkal in September. The group hope their efforts will raise £5,000, and have set up a page for donations. 

The money will go towards the Hays Travel Foundation, which supports young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and helps them reach their full potential, and the Intrepid Foundation, which supports vulnerable communities around the world.

Zina Bencheikh, Intrepid managing director EMEA, said: “Although in this country our lives are relatively back to normal, the pandemic is continuing to have an impact on vulnerable communities around the world. We are excited to be joining forces with Hays Travel to raise much needed funds for people in need."

Dame Irene Hays, owner and chair of Hays, added her staff were excited to take part and eager to fundraise. "I am looking forward to joining the team in Marrakech to welcome them home," she said.

To find out more about the group’s efforts, or to donate, you can visit the Hays Travel Foundation JustGiving page.