About WildMarathon

WildMarathon is a global series of trail-running events that combine challenging races with cultural exploration. With over 15 years of experience, the organization offers races in diverse locations, including Nepal, Mexico, Finland, Morocco, Peru, and Tanzania. Each event is designed to provide runners with an unforgettable adventure that extends beyond the finish line.

Kilimasai Marathon | Run in the Savannah of the Kilimanjaro

Experience the magic of Africa with the WildMarathon: Kilimasai Marathon. Set against the backdrop of Tanzania's iconic Kilimanjaro National Park, this race offers a unique blend of physical challenge and cultural immersion. Whether you're tackling the full marathon, half marathon, or 10K, you'll traverse diverse terrains, from lush rainforests to alpine landscapes, all under the watchful eye of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Course Description: Navigating Kilimanjaro's Terrain

The race course is designed to showcase the diverse terrains of Kilimanjaro, primarily consisting of varied terrains, including humid rainforest up to 2,500m, drier heath forest up to 3,500m, and rockier afro-alpine landscapes near 4,000m. Participants are advised to wear multipurpose trail footwear to navigate the diverse conditions.

Race Requirements

Important: This registration on UltraSignup covers the 3% deposit for this adventure. After registering for their selected distance, runners are required to purchase the full travel package at Wildmarathon.com Store within 30 days of registering for your deposit.

You will be emailed a unique coupon code to apply at checkout, ensuring that only your remaining balance is charged.The package includes a 7-day program including transfers, accommodations and all meals that combines the race with acclimatization training.
Not included:

• International airfares and airport taxes.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, etc.
• Personal travel and medical insurance.
• Tips, etc.

For detailed package information, pricing, and refund policies, please visit Wildmarathon.com

Registration Details: All-Inclusive Adventure

• What's Included: Race entry, accommodations, all meals, airport transfers, cultural activities, race support, and a personalized event jersey.
• Pricing: Early Bird: €1,990; Regular: €2,490.
• Flight Information: Flights are not included; participants are responsible for booking their own travel to Kilimanjaro Airport.
• Equipment Recommendations: Trail running shoes, cap, sunglasses, and appropriate clothing for varying temperatures.

Note: Registration is primarily for the full program; race-only entries are considered on a case-by-case basis for local participants.

Beyond the Race: A Cultural and Luxurious Experience

The Kilimasai Marathon is more than just a race; it's a five-day cultural journey:

• Day 1 (July 25): Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Londorosi Gate, welcome dinner, and briefing at Simba Farm Hotel.
• Day 2 (July 26): Training session, cultural visit, stretching session, and barbecue experience.
• Day 3 (July 27): Race day followed by lunch, relaxation, dinner in a Maasai village, and trophy party.
• Day 4 (July 28): Safari day in one of Tanzania's spectacular reserves, followed by lunch, dinner, and overnight at Masailan.
• Day 5 (July 29): Early activity and transfer to the airport or hotel for those opting for the Kilimanjaro climbing extension.

Participants will enjoy accommodations in hotels and lodges, all meals, cultural excursions, and race logistics included in the package.

Run the World with WildMarathon

WildMarathon isn't just a race—it's a passport to the planet's most awe-inspiring trails, terrains, and traditions. With over 15 years of experience organizing high-caliber sporting events across continents, we invite adventurous runners to explore the world’s most breathtaking destinations through our immersive, all-inclusive marathon experiences.

The WildMarathon Series is the most geographically diverse running circuit on the planet. Whether you're sprinting across the snow-packed forests of Finnish Lapland, traversing the golden dunes of the Sahara, cruising coastal roads in Mexico, or climbing into the thin air of the Himalayas and Andes—every course tells a different story. Each race is tailored to highlight the local culture, environment, and natural wonders, offering runners not just a physical challenge, but a soul-stirring journey.

Choose your adventure with marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances available at every location, all professionally supported and deeply integrated with the surrounding community. Our programs go beyond the race itself—expect cultural excursions, local cuisine, curated accommodations, and unforgettable memories.

Finish All 6 and Join the All Terrain Hall of Fame
Complete all six WildMarathon events and earn the coveted All Terrain Trophy, your badge of honor for conquering jungle trails, desert dunes, Arctic snowfields, mountain ridges, and savannah plains. Your name will be inscribed in our honorary club of global trail legends.

More Than a Race—A Cultural Expedition
Each WildMarathon destination blends sport with exploration. From sleeping in luxury desert tents in Morocco to visiting ancient Incan ruins in Peru or soaking in ice pools after a Finnish forest run, every itinerary is crafted to help you connect deeply with local landscapes and traditions. It's not just a race—it's an education in endurance, respect, and global unity.

Are you ready to run the wild?

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