Following on from the success of the LATA Foundation auction at last year’s LATA Expo – this year we will be doing another auction and raffle with even more fabulous lots to bid on and prizes to win. All funds raised will go directly to the impactful projects we support. Thank you kindly to all those that have donated so generously to the auction and raffle, we couldn’t have asked for more support.
Summary of Auction Lots. Complete details with T&Cs below.
- A bottle of Darwin’s Botanicals Gin donated by Falkland Island Holidays
- Full day private charter on the Genevieve Thames River Cruiser, Sunvil
- Baja Expeditions: 4-Night Luxury Glamping Ocean Safari in Baja California for 2
- Patagonia Camp & Estancia Cerro Guido: 6-Night Patagonia Experience for 2
- Mountain Lodges of Peru: 7-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu for 2
- Aqua Expeditions: 7-Night Galápagos Cruise for 2
1. A bottle of Darwin’s Botanicals Gin
Donated by: Falkland Island Holidays
Falkland Islands Distillers is a small craft distillery in Stanley. Surrounded by our pristine, rugged and truly magnificent environment, we have been distilling with local botanicals since 2016, carefully developing hand crafted gins, which capture the essence of our remote and breathtaking South Atlantic islands.
Darwin’s Botanicals, is a fragrant gin is distilled in small batches, infused with locally foraged botanicals including diddle-dee berries, tea berries and scurvy grass, which combine to deliver mellow sweet and bitter sweet notes, unique to the Falkland Islands.
All of Falkland Islands Distillers’ production and sales are currently based in the Falkland Islands.
What an amazing opportunity to get hold of a rare gin!
2. Full day private charter on Genevieve Thames River Cruiser
Genevieve is a historic, 40-foot motor launch, proudly restored by Sunvil Travel. Beautifully made from mahogany and team – built in 1914. Perfect for a day on the river with friends and family.
https://vintagethamescharters.com/index.asp
Donated by: Sunvil
T&Cs
- Full day from 11am – 4pm, children must have lifejackets (provided if 7 and under), no catering provided, cruiser has cool box and mini gas stove.
- Pick up and drop off at Hurley.
- Capacity 8 comfortably, 10 maximum.
- Unavailable during Henley Regatta and Henley Festival.
3. Glamping Ocean Safari – Baja Peninsula, Mexico
4 Nights / 5 Days | 2 People
Value: $5,000
Donated by: Baja Expeditions
- Luxury glamping safari experience
- Jacques Cousteau–Cerralvo Island
- Includes transfers, hotel, meals, non-alcoholic beverages and all activities
- Exclusions: bar, gift shop, massages, crew gratuities
- Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mLAfXk1Bqg
T&Cs
- Subject to availability
- Non-transferable, no cash value
- Not eligible for date change after booking
Choice of one of the following trips dates:
- March 16-20 2027
- March 21-25 2027
- March 26-30 2027
- March 31-April 4 2027
More information: https://bajaex.com/destinations/cousteau-cerralvo-ocean-safari/
4. Patagonia Camp & Estancia Cerro Guido
🏔️ 6-Night Patagonia Experience for 2
Torres del Paine, Chile
Value: $7,590
Donated by: Estancia Cerro Guido / Senderos
Includes:
- 3 nights Patagonia Camp (Deluxe Yurt)
- 3 nights Estancia Cerro Guido (Classic Room)
- All meals & open bar
- Shared excursions & transfers
Terms & Conditions:
- Valid: Oct 1–31, 2026 or Apr 1–30, 2027
- Subject to availability & advance booking
- Flights not included
- Non-transferable & non-refundable
More information: https://estanciacerroguido.com/en/
5. Salkantay Lodge-to-Lodge Trek to Machu Picchu
7 Days | 2 People
Value: £11,700
Donated by: Mountain Lodges of Peru
- 7-day Salkantay trek (Inca Trail alternative)
- Lodge-to-lodge accommodation (no camping)
Terms & Conditions:
- Subject to availability
- This certificate is non-transferable, has no cash value, and is subject to availability at the time of booking.
- Valid for travel only from July 1st 2026 to June 30th 2027.
- Certificate valid until June 30th 2027.
- Included: One double room, meals, accommodation, all activities listed on the itinerary, transportation services.
- Not included: Airfare, additional services, optional activities, tips.
More information: https://www.mountainlodgesofperu.com/signature_adventure/the-salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu/
6. 7-Night Galápagos Cruise for 2
Donated by: Aqua Expeditions
Value: $23,000 ($11,500 pp)
- Valid for a 7-night voyage for 2 people in a Category V double suite on Aqua Mare in the Galapagos Islands.
- Valid for travel 1 July 2026 – 31 July 2027
Included:
- All onboard meals
- Beverages (non-alcoholic, house wine & national beer)
- All excursions
- Group transfers (on recommended flights)
- Galápagos Park fee & INGALA transit card
- Snorkelling gear, wetsuits, kayaks & paddleboards
- WiFi & laundry service
Terms and conditions
- Subject to availability and excludes Easter & holiday season sailings
- Non-transferable, non-extendable, and not redeemable for cash
- Not Included: Any expenses not listed are the responsibility of the winner
- Upgrades & Add-ons: Option to upgrade, extend, or add guests at additional cost (subject to availability)
More information: https://www.aquaexpeditions.com/destinations/galapagos-cruise