INTERNATIONAL HIKING & ULTRA CHALLENGE EVENTS 2025
Ever fancied taking on a BIG challenge? Where you get the opportunity to travel around the world, experience some truly remarkable places, and really step outside of your comfort zone?
Then why not take on an International ultra challenge?
We are living in a world where anything is possible! Who knows, you could finally realise your dreams of reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro? Maybe trek along the Inca trail to Machu Pichu? Or perhaps experience the Himalayas as you trek up to Everest Base Camp! Just like I did in 2022!
Or perhaps you’re seeking the thrill of an ultra race such as a Spartan Ultra, or a Highlander 5 day Ursula Major backpacking adventure!
There are simply loads of choices out there, all waiting for you to GO FOR IT!
There are many adventure operators out there, offering a huge variety of tempting expeditions. I couldn’t possibly list them all. But I’ve got a huge selection for you to whet your appetite.
For more awesome adventures, check out my Ultimate Guide to the Top 50 Hiking Destinations in the World
Where will your next BIG adventure take you?
Photo Credit: Kalen Emsley
Mammoth March
Started as a virtual hiking challenge during the coronavirus pandemic, Mammoth March is conquering the US with its unique long-distance hiking events.
MammothMarch20 – Hike and finish 20 miles in 8 hours
MammothMarch30 – Hike 30 miles in 12 hours, from dawn until dusk
Note: Due to high demand some of these events can sell out quick!
Sat, Feb 01 Northeast Florida 2025 / Dunns Creek State Park (Main Entrance)
Sat, Feb 15 Arizona 2025 / McDowell Mountain Regional Park
Sat, Mar 22 Oregon 2025 / Silver Falls State Park
Sat, Apr 05 Virginia 2025 / Pocahontas State Park
Sat, Apr 12 Alabama 2025 / Oak Mountain State Park
Sat, May 03 East Tennessee 2025 / Fall Creek Falls State Park
Sat, May 31 Delaware Valley 2025 / Fair Hill Natural Resources Management
Sat, Jun 07 Boston 2025 / Wompatuck State Park
Sat, Jun 14 Wisconsin 2025 / Long Lake Recreation Area
SPARTAN
Spartan's mission is to help people live without limits. Our training and race events can help everyone develop the physical and mental strength to take on all of life's challenges with an unbreakable spirit.
Jan 23rd to 25th – Winter Spartan Death Race - Pittsfield, Vermont
Jan 24th to 25th - Snow Devil Snowshoe Spartan Ultra
Feb 22nd - Los Angeles Stadion Spartan Weekend
Jun 26th to 28th – Summer Spartan Death Race – Pittsfield, Vermont
The Spartan Ultra Series
April 5th - San Jose Spartan Trifecta Weekend
April 26th - Tri-State New Jersey Spartan Trifecta Weekend
May 3rd to 4th - Fayetteville Spartan Trifecta Weekend
May 17 - 18, 2025 - Ohio Spartan Trifecta Weekend
May 31 - Jun 01, 2025 - 2025 Colorado Springs Spartan Trifecta Weekend
Jun 7th to 8th - Cincinnati Spartan Trifecta Weekend
Highlander
HIGHLANDER, is widely considered the leading long-distance hiking event series in the world. There are multiple formats — from two-day, 15-mile excursions to three-day, 30-mile trips, and all the way up to four-day, 60-mile expeditions.
The 2024 HIGHLANDER Long-Distance Hiking Event Schedule for the United States
June 17th to 21st California / Big Bear Lake
Jun 21st - Lyra – Embark on a 1-Day wilderness challenge! Approx. 14 miles
Jun 20th to 21st – Orion - As the shortest overnight format, HIGHLANDER Orion will take you to a 20 mile long route during 2 days
Jun 19th to 21st – Pegasus - HIGHLANDER Pegasus, a 3-day backpacking Adventure of a Lifetime, takes you through 35 miles of unforgettable trails
Jun 17th to 21st – Hercules - HIGHLANDER Hercules is a 5-day and 4-night backpacking adventure with a total of approximately 60 hiking miles
Jun 17th to 21st – Ursa Major - HIGHLANDER Ursa Major takes you on a 5-day backpacking journey that covers a total of approximately 82 miles of varied and technical terrain and reaches several peaks within the Big Bear Valley
GENERAL HIKING CHALLENGES USA 2025
Courtesy of She Explores
SORTED BY REGION, THESE HIKING CHALLENGES CAN HELP YOU GO FURTHER:
NORTHEAST
Northeast Kingdom Mountain Challenge (Vermont)
New Hampshire 48 - This list includes all 48 peaks over 4,000 feet in NH
Adirondack 46 (New York) - The 46 peaks over 4,000 feet in elevation in the Adirondack mountains of northern New York state. Plus some other Adirondack challenges!
Moosehead Pinnacle Pursuit (Maine)
New England Six Pack of Peaks (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, & New Hampshire)
Connecticut Hiking Challenges - This list includes several different challenges in Connecticut
The Terrifying 25 (New Hampshire) - The most “interesting” treks in the White Mountains
Vermont’s 4,000-Footers - There are only 5 of them!
Fire Tower Challenge (New York)
Check out more Northeast challenges
SOUTHEAST
Hike the Smokies (North Carolina & Tennessee) - Reward: mileage pin for 100, 250, and 500 miles hiked
South Beyond 6000 (North Carolina & Tennessee) - Reward: patch for completion
Pisgah 400 (North Carolina) - Reward: patch
Lookout Tower Challenge (North Carolina) - Reward: patch
Waterfall and Cascade Challenge (North Carolina, South Carolina, & Tennessee) - Hike to 100 spectacular waterfalls - Reward: patch
MIDWEST
North Country Trail Hike 100 Challenge (North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, plus a portion in the Northeastern states of Pennsylvania & New York) - The challenge is to hike 100 miles on the North Country National Scenic Trail in a calendar year - Reward: a Hike 100 patch
Sleeping Bear Dunes Trail Trekker Challenge (Michigan)
Minnesota State Parks Hiking Club - Reward: a colourful patch for 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 175 miles hiked
WEST
Six Pack of Peaks Challenges
Hike the Hoodos Challenge (Utah) - This challenge is in Bryce Canyon National Park
Colorado 14ers Challenge - Climb all 55 Colorado peaks over 14,000 ft — or just choose ten
Boulder Trails Challenge (Colorado)
Idaho 12ers Challenge - 9 peaks over 12,000 feet
Washington State Challenges - This list includes many challenges (big and small) in Washington
Tahoe Rim Trail Challenge (Nevada & California)
Find more Western hiking challenges.
SOUTHWEST
Hike for Health Challenge (Arizona) - Various NPS sites: Organ Pipe Cactus NM, Chiricahua NM, Coronado NM, Fort Bowie NHS, Tumacacori NHP - Reward: Pins from each NPS site visitor centre, with photo proof that you completed the required hike
New Mexico 12ers Challenge - 48 peaks over 12,000 ft
Big Bend Chisos Peak Challenge (Texas)
ANYWHERE
CANADA
Ahotu
16th March – St. Patrick’s Day Trail Run 2025 - Edmonton (5km, 10km walking)
18th May 2025 - Marathon de Longueuil - Longueuil, Quebec (5km, 10km walking)
Expedition Canada
Date: Sept 22nd - Oct 6th 2025
About the Race
Distance: 600km (Over 9 Days)
Location: British Columbia, Canada - Host City: Penticton, BC - Duration: TBA
Entries: Please click here to let us express your interest in competing. Registration will open August 2024!
Team Size: 4 Person Teams
Action Challenge
From a 25 km walk along the Thames Path to reaching Kilimanjaro’s summit, or cycling through Vietnam to Cambodia – we have a wide range of group challenges which you can sign up to. Do it for yourself – or support a charity of your choice. We’ve taken 000’s of individuals on unforgettable adventures, where personal goals are often re-defined, new friendships are forged, and long lasting memories are made.
Ecuador Volcano Challenge – Ecuador
11 Days, 6 days trekking, 5,790m altitude
Challenge yourself on this 11-day adventure to Ecuador’s “avenue of the volcanoes”, a breathtaking valley running south from Quito , that is home to some of the world’s tallest active volcanoes. You will summit 5 volcanic peaks, including 2 active ones, on this varied and exciting itinerary. Cold weather, steep glacial ascents and the thin air all of high altitude all add to the challenge
10 days, 5 days trekking, 4,270m altitude
Approach the long abandoned and captivating hidden city of Machu Picchu along a network of ancient trails. Over 4 days trekking you’ll see the rugged beauty of the Andes and see the ancient sites of theInca Empire up close. We finish with a chance to explore the vibrant city of Cusco, before a Peruvian celebration long into the night.
Patagonia Torres Del Paine – Chile
10 days, 5 days trekking, 70km distance
The ‘W’ trek in the Torres Del Paine National Park is the iconic challenge in Southern America, consistently being voted in the top 5 trails of the world. Located in Chile’s Southern tip, this 10 day adventure will take you into the heart of one of the great wilderness parks. Come face to face with the native flora and fauna of the Patagonian steppe, such as guanacos, Lamagaia and more. All set against a backdrop of glaciers, stunning trails and, of course, the awesome peaks of the Torres Del Paine.
Highlander
2025 dates TBC
HIGHLANDER Costa Rica invites you on an adventure like no other. Wander through the unique cloud forest ecosystem and stretches of the renowned Camino de Costa Rica, spotting quetzales and sloths (if you're lucky) and immersing in a rural Costa Rica few tourists get a chance to know. Discover waterfalls and wild rivers, farming villages and local culture, at a slow, pura vida (pure life) rhythm uniquely attuned to the landscape. You won't find this route in many guides; we are here to take you off the beaten path, and into the Adventure of a Lifetime.
Formats
Hercules - 100km, 5 days
Pegasus - 50km, 3 days
Corral De Piedra, Valle De Bravo - Mexico
2025 dates TBC
HIGHLANDER arrives in Mexico to offer an adventure full of charm and discovery of the purest nature, within an impressive environment that goes from the slopes of Zinantecatl Volcano to the beautiful mountains of Corral de Piedra, where nature is experienced like no other, with its rocks, lakes, trees and cold weather.
Formats
Pegasus - 48km, 3 days
Action Challenge
Iceland Fire & Ice Trek - Iceland
5 days, 3 days trekking, 30 miles distance
Iceland is a land of contrast- our Fire and Ice challenge showcases the best of this incredible wilderness with glaciers, volcanoes, sweeping valleys, raging rivers, lava fields and the new 2021 eruption site (up close!) You’ll complete 3 days of challenging wild trekking with nights spent under canvass, before a last night hotel and celebration in the Icelandic capital, Reykjavik.
5 day Icelandic adventure
Stunning remote wilderness campsites
3 carefully selected treks across the most beautiful wilderness
Visit to the new eruption site of Geldingardalur
Lava fields, obsidian formations, volcanic lakes & river crossings
Explore the Icelandic Capital of Reykjavik
Hotel stay and celebration on the last night
Bespoke Treks - Action Challenge
UK, Min Group Size 25+, Summit, Trek
In order to complete the Welsh 3000s Challenge you are required to have been at the top of all 15 of the mountains over 3000 ft in Snowdonia National Park Wales within the space of 24 hours, without using any form of transport. The length of the total route is about 30 miles, and this is a tough non-stop trek yet the challenge will be paced with trained mountain guides, support staff, rest stops, food, medics and much more to ensure that all who take it on have the best chance of making it to the finish line; 24 hours and 15 summits later!
UK, Min Group Size 20+, Trek
Located roughly in the centre of Northern England is a beautiful area of valleys and hills. These hills are fairly rugged, with steep sides, exposed cliff edges and several peaks over 600m. Added to the natural beauty of this national park are age-old human influences, with remains of ancient settlements, scenic farms and villages, field-barns and classic limestone walls. We take the challenge of climbing 3 of these peaks, covering 24 miles in one day.
Italy, Min Group Size 15+, Trek
Montalbano is a wonderful medieval village on a hilltop. You will be treated to some classic Montalbano home-grown food, wines and a little local music. Experience good walking paths and superb contrasts between lava flows and the birch and pine forest. Our specialist guides will give explanations of the phenomena surrounding the volcano and we visit some of the various cave formations such as Grotta del Lamponi and Grotta del Gelo.
Norway, Min Group Size 15+, Trek
The Jotunheimen National Park with its high peaks and glaciers is by far the most popular wilderness destination in Norway. More than 200 peaks rise above 1900 meters and the hiking possibilities are unlimited. Our challenge takes us from one of the Norwegian Mountain Lodges to the next, through an amazing landscape of lakes and mountains.
Iceland, Min Group Size 15+, Trek
Iceland is a dramatic land of volcanic fire, geyser water and glacial ice and on our 7 day adventure / 5 day trek, the wild volcanic landscapes, mountains, glaciers, hot springs, geysers and waterfalls will all be seen. In the land of midnight sun adding to this eerie atmosphere, we experience the diverse and stunning scenery of an un-spoilt wilderness.
Against Breast Cancer
Many support us because they believe in our philosophy – that prevention is better than cure.
Like us, they want to ensure that future generations will not face the trauma and fear of breast cancer. There are many different ways to support our mission, and we’re here to help you to decide what suits you and your needs the best! A great place to start is browse our upcoming events below and explore our fundraising ideas.
5th March – Northern Lights Trek – Iceland
Explore stunning scenery in the land of fire and ice on this memorable long weekend Northern Lights Trek adventure to Iceland! From colourful mountains and volcanic landscapes to hot springs. Surrounded by beautiful lake and mountain scenery, you may even be dazzled by the spectacular Northern Lights.
Trek to the shores of Lake Þingvallavatn; Iceland’s largest natural lake. Hike the Vörðuskeggi Mountain Pass and explore the impressive Geothermal Valley – full of hot springs, bubbling mud pools and colourful minerals. All with the chance to witness the dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis to keep you motivated! Celebrate your achievement in the bright lights of Reykjavik before your adventure ends!
De4 Daagse The 4 Days March 2025 (Netherlands)
Experience the 4Days Marches
Walk 30, 40 or 50 kilometres a day for four days
In the third week of July, we walk the 4Days Marches together, the world’s largest walking achievement event! Over 45,000 participants with more than 70 different nationalities, from as young as 11 to over 90, come to Nijmegen every year to walk 30, 40 or 50 kilometres for four days in this city on the Waal river and its beautiful, wooded surroundings. They all gather with the same objective in mind: being awarded the coveted 4Days Marches Cross.
Highlander
6th to 8th June – MEDVEDNICA, Croatia
Formats: Pegasus – 58km, Lyra – 19km
The Medvednica mountain is a rare example of a nature park merging with a capital city, which will make your experience even more special. In this area, the natural, cultural, and historic values intertwine and depend on each other, and through a 59 km long trail, you'll witness it firsthand. Let becoming a HIGHLANDER change your perspective, while nature soothes your soul, yoga calms your mind, and listening to music around a campfire heightens the Adventure of a Lifetime. Don't worry about the logistics, simply enjoy those hiking days and once-in-a-lifetime starry nights on Medvednica mountain.
Coming soon…
Svaneti, Georgia
Formats: Orion – 28km, Pegasus – 48km, Hercules - 100km
Plus…
Bosnia & Herzegovina, France, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Sebia, Slovenia.
Dragon’s Back Race
1st to 6th September 2025
The Dragon’s Back Race® is a legendary 380km, 6-day ultra running journey through Wales. From Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle, enjoy spectacular scenery, amazing camaraderie and first class support on this once in a lifetime adventure! Not quite ready for the full route? Check out the equally inspiring Hatchling - a stepping stone to the full route or a brilliant experience in its own right!
The Full Dragon: Considered to be one of the toughest mountain races in the world, participants attempting the Full Course will need to cover 380km with 16,400m of ascent along the Dragon’s Back of Wales.
The Hatchling: The Hatchling can be thought of as a ‘choose-your-own adventure’ in which participants can choose to do part of the race route each day - typically either the first half or the second half. (Walk or Run).
Note: Cost to enter wither the Full Dragon or the Hatchling is £1,699!
Asia
Walking in Circles, with Skyline Treks, Nepal
Are you ready , for an adventure like no other in the majestic Himalayas? Are you longing to explore the foothills of the world’s highest mountains whilst immersing yourself in the rich local Himalayan cultures?
Embark on your unforgettable once in a lifetime adventure with Walking In Circles. I’ve teamed up with Skyline Treks and Expedition, to bring you some exclusive Nepal Trekking packages.
Annapurna Region
Annapurna Circuit Trek with Walking in Circles 09th May 2025
Hi, Marc here - On Friday 09th May 2025 i’ll be heading out to Nepal for the amazing Annapurna Circuit Trek. This promises to be an adventure like no other! I’m looking for some likeminded adventurers to come and join me, for this incredible expedition to the Himalayas, with Walking in Circles and Skyline Treks Nepal.
So what can you expect?
Annapurna Circuit trek - The 10th highest mountain, the Annapurna Circuit is one of the most adventurous treks in the Annapurna Region. Located in the Annapurna region of Nepal, with some incredible views. Adventurous types prefer to trek the around Annapurna due to its famous Annapurna massif and get to experience climbing above 8000m summits.
Can’t make that date? No problem - i’ve got plenty of other dates available throughout 2025 and beyond! Just send me a message to discuss your choices.
Other amazing treks with Walking in Circles in the Annapurna Region include…
Everest Region
Resting in between Mt. Kanchenjunga and the Langtang National Park the world highest mountain, Mt. Everest has been the greatest attraction for those who prefer adventure and a desire to challenge the high mountain ranges. In the Everest Region of Nepal, there are so many famous places to explore such as; Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Phakding, Jorsale, Syangboche, Pangboche, Tengboche, Pheriche, Lobuche, Gokyo Lake, Kongma La Pass, Cho La Pass, Renjo La Pass, Kala Pattar and of course Everest Base Camp.
Everest base camp luxury trek 18 days
(includes sleeping at Everest base camp, and Khumbu Icefall exploration!)
Langtang Region
Langtang region located nearby the Kathmandu valley, is one the best places for trekking in Nepal, and accessible by land or helicopter. Known to be the first National Park in Nepal, the Langtang exits of green valleys, huge glaciers, high-altitude mountain passes and rural villages. Walking in Circles together with Skyline will make sure you will get the best experience while doing a Langtang Himal trek. While the main Langtang trek route starts just about 30 km from Kathmandu, the Skyline team will make sure you will get the best service and guidance during your trek in Nepal.
Much Better Adventures
High-altitude trails, epic scenery and the highest navigable pass on the planet – this is bucket list stuff in the making!
Explore one of the most incredible trekking routes in the Himalayas – 145km of devastatingly beautiful mountains
Cross through the thrilling Thorong La Pass (5416m), the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek
Enter Kali Gandaki, the deepest gorge in the world – a whopping three times deeper than the Grand Canyon
Action Challenge
16 days, 11 days trekking, 5,364m altitude
It is incredible to believe that in just two weeks out of the office, we can reach the base camp of the greatest mountain on earth, Everest. On this eleven day trek we witness some of the most breathtaking scenery, visiting some of the highest villages in the world, and admiring sunrise over the Himalayan snow-capped peaks and Khumbu Glacier. From the peak of Kala Patthar, we gaze up at the mighty Everest summit. On our return to Kathmandu, we spend our last night together to celebrate our journey.
Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes - Nepal
20 days, 15 days trekking, 5,364m altitude
This trekking challenge will take you all the way to Everest Base Camp- at the very foot of the World’s highest peak, and back via the quieter and more adventurous Gokyo Valley. With 15 days of trekking through the Khumbu and Gokyo Valleys you’ll get to see the incredible Himalayas from all angles. You’ll also get to experience Sherpa culture and hospitality, as we’ll be staying in traditional tea houses for the entirety of the trek. Acclimatisation days built in, side trips and an optional sun rise trek to Kala Patthar all help make sure we have a world class adventure. The journey back from base camp, over the high passes and into the Gokyo Valley is perhaps the real hidden gem of this trek! There are stunning glacial lakes and a real remote feel. Then, after the trekking, it’s off to the bustling capital of Kathmandu. After 11 days of trekking the comfortable hotel accommodation and traditional Nepali celebration meal round off an incredible challenge.
Bhutan The Druk Path Trek - Bhutan
13 days, 6 days trekking, 4,210m altitude
The Druk Path follows a varied and beautiful route within a network of Bhutan’s original mule trails. We trek from Paro to Thimphu, through the mountains, and surrounded by some of the finest natural sights in the world.
The challenge, though short, is extremely varied. We pass through rhododendron forest, across open yak pastures and along glorious high ridges. Highlights along the way include serene sacred lakes teeming with trout, meeting nomadic yak herders, and visiting a haunted monastery. In good weather, you will be stopped in your tracks by the wonderful views of the snow-capped eastern Himalaya.
Great Wall of China Trek – China
9 days, 5 days trekking, 45km distance
On this 9-day adventure we hike for 5 days along an iconic structure – the Great Wall of China! Each day of this challenge we visit and trek along different sections of the Great Wall, experiencing the changing landscape and learning about the deep history of each part of the wall – it is a classic adventure – and one to tick off the bucket list!
20 days, 15 days trekking, 6,476m altitude
This classic Himalayan ascent that takes you through quiet and remote valleys, over high passes and right to the breath taking summit of Mera Peak at 6461m. Over 15 days of trekking you will see the mighty peaks of the Himalayas, experience the incredible Sherpa culture, and will finish with a chance to explore the bustling Kathmandu and enjoy a traditional Nepali celebration.
If you’ve summited Kilimanjaro and caught the mountaineering bug, then Mera Peak is the ideal next mountain for you – amazing cultures, stunning scenery & a new challenge at over 6,000m – make Mera your next goal!
10 days, 6 days trekking, 95km distance
This remarkable trek in Vietnam provides an ideal blend of stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Towering limestone and granite mountains soar from the remote jungle, where waterfalls cascade into secluded, steep-sided valleys amid numerous nature reserves. We journey from tranquil lakes and valleys filled with corn and rice fields, up through steep, jungle-clad hills to high ridges. This trek offers extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path hiking adventures in Vietnam. Led by experts, you will gain authentic insights into remote, local life, culture, and food, whilst also pushing yourself physically further on this challenge of a lifetime.
Action Challenge (Bespoke)
Community Challenge - Cambodia
Against Breast Cancer
7th May – Dalai Lama Trek – India
The Dalai Lama Trek begins in Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan Community are situated – the heart of the world’s highest mountain range. The five-day trek will take you through the Kingdom of Gaddi – a semi-nomadic race that spends months wandering the high passes with their cattle. With spectacular views of the Daula Dhar Mountain Range, you will trek through rhododendron forests, passing through Hindu settlements and Buddhist Monasteries.
To end this amazing challenge you will have free time to explore the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the world’s greatest monuments to love ever built, and one of the Seven Wonders of the World!
26th Sept – Kerala Trek – India
Join the new Kerala Trek in 2025 and experience evergreen forests, tea and spice plantations and one of the Western Ghat’s highest peaks.
During the course of your adventure, you will discover one of the most beautiful states in India, seeing rich flora and fauna and dense cloud forests along the way. On the first day alone, you will pass through high-altitude shola rainforest and grasslands, before scaling Meesapulimala. During five days of trekking, you’ll also see the placid and beautiful Anaerangal Lake, Mathikettan Shola National Park and you’ll stop at the highest point of the Chaturangapara Peak to witness the vast views of the Tamilnadu plains. At the end of that all, you will board a houseboat in Alleppey and drift along the canals before enjoying a celebratory meal to mark the end of the challenge.
Against Breast Cancer
24th Sept – Mount Toubkal Trek – Morocco
Mount Toubkal Trek is three days of stunning scenery and breathtaking views across North Africa. Perfect for those who with a taste for adventure but are pushed for time, Mount Toubkal Trek takes just five days door to door.
Despite the shorter length of time required to complete this challenge, reaching the summit of Mount Toubkal represents a tough challenge, the terrain is demanding and will involve scrambling over boulders and negotiating scree. However, the exceptional support and expert mountain guides provided mean no previous trek experience is necessary.
Action Challenge
Atlas Ultra Challenge - Morocco
5 day trip, 2 day challenge
Take things higher with this Atlas Mountain Ultra Challenge! It’s 2 marathon distances over 2 days at your pace, set against the backdrop of North Africa’s highest mountain range. With snow-capped peaks, rugged valleys, Berber villages and a traditional Moroccan-style basecamp. This 5-day trip is action packed – a testing challenge, magnificent scenery, camping under the stars, camaraderie, full support, with the option to extend your stay in magical Marrakech afterwards. An unforgettable adventure – and an Ultra Challenge like no other!
5 days, 3 days trekking, 4,167m altitude
An action packed group challenge to the summit of North Africa’s highest peak, Mount Toubkal at 4,167m, with an amazing sense of achievement as you take in the magnificent panoramic views and breathe the rarefied mountain air. With some tough trekking, Berber hospitality, camping, camaraderie, expert guides, sunshine, and a Marrakech celebration – it’s an unforgettable Moroccan adventure!
Kilimanjaro Lemosho – Tanzania
11 days, 7 days trekking, 5,895m altitude
The Lemosho Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the West, and starts in pristine forest before crossing the vast Shira plateau, and merging into the Machame Route after Shira Camp (on Day 3 of the trek). The route traverses around to the east on Kilimanjaros’ southern side – and provides a fantastic varied trek with changing views. This Kilimanjaro itinerary includes the famous Barranco Wall and an extra acclimatisation day with a shorter day trekking prior to summit day, which ensures you get more rest, more time to prepare for the summit push, and the best chance of making it to the top. It’s popular – and that’s not surprising – as it has everything!
8 days, 5 days trekking, 78km distance
Take on the rolling Dunes of the world's largest Desert
This all-inclusive 8-day Moroccan challenge takes you into the heart of the Sahara Desert. Over 5 days of trekking, you will follow dried riverbeds from oasis to oasis, climb shifting sand dunes and camp in Bedouin tents underneath a blanket of stars. Expect hot sands, cool nights, and a brilliant celebration dinner in exotic Marrakech on your final night.
Saharan Ultra Challenge – Morocco
Push yourself further – take on The Saharan Challenge! It’s 2 marathon distances over 2 days. A fantastic route through the Draa Valley down to sun baked dunes on the desert edge, with rugged mountain scenery, and a Bedouin style basecamp. This 6 day trip has it all – a tough challenge, stunning scenery, luxury camping, camaraderie, full support, and 2 nights in magical Marrakech either side of the challenge. An unforgettable Moroccan adventure – and some welcome autumn sunshine!
Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
21st-23rd March 2025
Experience The Addo Elephant Trail Run
Originally founded in 2005, it is one of the oldest trail runs in South Africa, and is also South Africa’s oldest 100 Mile ultra trail race. 2025 will be the 21st Edition of this amazing event - the start of a new decade in its history.
With 4 different distances on offer (100 Miles, 50 Miles, 50 Kms, 21 Kms), we have a race for everyone at #AfricasWildestUltra
The courses all take runners through some of the most remote wilderness in the Addo Elephant National Park, through areas they would not be able to access any other way.
Middle East
Photo Credit: Juli Kosolapova
Action Challenge
03rd - 08th April 2025
Walk, Jog, or Run - 2 Marathons - 1 Amazing Adventure!
6 DAY TRIP, 2 DAY CHALLENGE, 42 KM / DAY IN WADI RUM
Push yourself further afield – and take on the Jordan Ultra Challenge! It’s 2 marathon distances over 2 days at your pace in a fantastic setting on an inspirational route through the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum, with vast silent landscapes, ancient sun baked riverbeds, sand dunes, and a Bedouin style basecamp. This 6 day trip is action packed – a testing challenge, magnificent scenery, camping under the stars, camaraderie, full support, a visit to Petra – the ‘8th wonder of the ancient world, and capped with some relaxation in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. An unforgettable Arabian adventure – and an Ultra Challenge like no other!
8 days, 5 days trekking, 85km distance
Trek Through deserts to the wonders of petra
Challenge yourself on this 8-day adventure trekking through deserts, gorges and over ridgelines as you approach the city of Petra with its carved sandstone temples and relics. There will be tough trails, high temperatures and fantastic views, and we’ll cap it all off with a float in the Dead Sea and a celebration dinner Jordanian style!
Oman Desert Marathon
Oman Desert Marathon Classic 165 KM & Hike 100 KM
Saturday 18th January 2025
Oman Desert Marathon provides participants with a true experience of living in the desert, this vast expanse of stunning beauty and breathtaking imagination to implement a unique physical, emotional, and spiritual experience of a lifetime.
You can decide if you want to run or hike, both events require each runner to be prepared and self-sufficient in food and personal needs. It is a sport to learn patience and challenge, a sport of excitement and suspense, a sport of adventure and strength. The race and hike both start in front of the historical forts and castle in the village of Al-Wasil in the Wilayat of Bidiyah and end at the Al Jawharat Resort.
AUSTRALIA
Aussie Peace Walk
29th to 30th March 2025
MegaMingle: The Marathon + 24km
MultiMingle: A 21km + 24km walk (popular)
MoseyMingle: An 11km + 12km walk
MarchMingle: Saturday or Sunday options: 7km
The Aussie Peace Walk is a two-day intercultural walking festival that draws participants to Canberra from around the world to experience the sights and sounds of ‘the Bush Capital.’
Join us on one walk or take on one of the two-walk combinations. Walks range from 7 km to 42 km, Let’s foster peace and understanding by forging new connections with our fellow walkers.
My Next Challenge
4th May 2025 - 9th May 2025, Tannum Sands, QLD, AUSTRALIA
100 hours
The world’s first expedition-length, rogaine format adventure race will return for its third edition from 4-9 May, 2025. 100 hours of guaranteed racing over a spectacular wilderness course with all of the navigational and strategic challenge that the Rogue Raid events are known for. Each stage covers the core adventure racing disciplines of trekking, mountain biking, and packrafting and must be completed in order, however all check points on any given stage are optional.
Great Ocean Road Running Festival
Lorne, Victoria, Australia
17th May 2025
Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road is home to the Great Ocean Road Running Festival. Panoramic views of the Southern Ocean and the famous seaside location will attract participants or all ages & abilities from around the world to participate in one of the nine events over 17-18 May 2025.
Running: 6 km, 14 km, 23 km, 42.195 km
Walking: 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, 23 km
Trail running: 6.5 km, 12 km
Transcend Trails
Transcend 65km Ultra & Team Relay
Walyunga National Park, Western Australia, Australia
16 Aug, 2025 (Sat)
Event size: (Max 999 participants)
Trail running: 6 km, 65 km
Walking: 40 km
The 65km Ultra is the full experience of the Avon Valley, traversing its whole entirety. The course takes you from the culturally rich Whadjuk land Walyunga National Park, up to Mt Mambup in Jumbuck Regional Park, down into Bells Rapids and up Bells Falls, through the Paruna Wildlife Sanctuary and Avon Valley National Park until you reach your finishing destination in Ballardong land, Cobbler Pool near Toodyay.
Coastrek
2025 dates and booking information to be announced soon for…
New South Wales - Sydney
Victoria - Mornington Peninsula
Queensland - Sunshine Coast
South Australia - Fleurieu Peninsula
Western Australia - Margaret River
NEW ZEALAND
Dunedin, New Zealand
30 Mar, 2025 (Sun)
3 peaks + 1: 56km run
The 3 peaks: 26km run or walk
Race the summit: 11km run or walk
Named after the three peaks of Flagstaff (668m), Swampy (739m) and Mt Cargill (676m), the Three Peaks takes runners and walkers up and along some of Dunedin’s most beautiful trails through lush native bush and forestry where they are rewarded with stunning panoramic views.
Christchurch, New Zealand
13 Apr, 2025 (Sun)
Running: 10 km, 21.097 km, 42.195 km
Walking: 10 km, 21.1 km
Ready to trade your treadmill for a cityscape adventure? The Christchurch Marathon throws a wild party for your legs, and you're invited! This epic race isn't just about crushing a PB - it's a chance to conquer New Zealand's fastest-growing marathon, high-five cheering crowds, and soak in the stunning scenery of a city reborn. Think new city cool meets riverside views and a course so flat it practically runs itself! (Okay, maybe not that flat, but pretty darn close). So are you in?
Palmerston North, New Zealand
18 May, 2025 (Sun)
Running: 5 km, 10 km, 21.097 km, 42.195 km
Walking: 21.097 km, 42.195 km
The marathon will head down to the He Ara Kotahi pathway via Dairy Farm Road, then out to Linton and back to the He Ara Kotahi pedestrian bridge. From here, marathon participants will head downstream along the Riverside walkway to Paneiri Park and then make their way back upstream, underneath both He Ara Kotahi bridge, Fitzherbert Bridge, then all the way to Te Matai Road to the turn around point. From here they will return via the Riverside walkway, cross the Fitzherbert Bridge and return to Massey University to finish.
Middle-Earth Halfling Marathon
Courtesy of Hobbiton Tours
Saturday 22nd March 2025
Distances: Halfling Marathon 21.1km Run or Walk and Eleventy-first 11.1km Run or Walk
Location: The start and finish lines are located across the road from The Shire's Rest, 501 Buckland Road, Hinuera
The Middle-earth Halfling Marathon takes participants on a journey through sites and scenes from the epic trilogies including some locations only ventured to by wizards and Halflings. Participants will roam through the picturesque village of Hobbiton, through Gandalf’s Cutting, past the Sackville™ Orchard and up to Bag End before weaving down to Bagshot Row™ and past the sparkling lakefront. If time allows, a stop for a brief refreshment at The Green Dragon™ Inn before the final leg of the adventure to the finish line across from The Shire’s Rest™.