Fully supported..
...From the moment you sign up
Whether you're a first timer, regular long distance walker or ultra runner we offer you the best support possible for your Challenge.
The real Morocco!
...Magical sights you'll never forget
From bustling Marrakech to mountains dotted with ancient forts, lush valleys, rocky plateaus, and magnificent dunes on the edge of the Sahara.
Great hospitality...
...Start to finish
Authentic hotels, Bedouin style camping, rest stops, plenty of food & drink, guides, and lots of encouragement all the way!
The Route...
...from mountains to desert
A start in the shadow of Mount Kissane with Draa Valley providing a dramatic backdrop for The Saharan Challenge.
The Challenge....
2 MARATHONS IN 2 DAYS
WALK, JOG, or RUN...
NEW 11-15 October 2018 Date
Registration opens soon!
The UNESCO World Heritage Draa Valley provides a dramatic backdrop for The Saharan Challenge - a new 5 day adventure with 2 days of tough marathon distance trekking a night of camping under the stars. Just like our UK Ultra Challenges - you'll be fully supported with great hospitality & first class logistics. We all need adventures to invigorate & energise - join us and do something amazing!
The Itinerary:
Day 1 - Thu 11 Oct - Arrive Morocco
- Depart London to Marrakech
- Coach transfer to Ouarzazate hotel
- Briefing, kit check, dinner
Day 2 - Fri 12 Oct - 42 km trek or run
- Early start & transfer to Mt Kissane
- Warm up & briefing - and we're off!
- 2 rest stops & lunch en-route
- Overnight campsite
- Dinner, briefing & sleep
Day 3 – Sat 13 Oct - 42 km trek or run
- Early start
- 2 rest stops & lunch en-route
- Official finish line photos & medals
- Transfer to Zagora hotel
- Dinner, drinks & relax
Day 4 - Sun 14 Oct - To Marrakech
- Hotel breakfast
- Coach transfer to Marrakech
- Lunch en-route
- Celebration dinner in Marrakech
Day 5 - Mon 15 Oct - Return to UK
- Early breakfast & check-out
- Transfer to airport & flight to UK
What's included?
- Participant area on website
- kit lists / training plans
- Return flights - London to Marrakech
- 3 nights in hotels, 1 night of camping
- Twin share - single option available
- Camping Equip (excl. sleeping bag)
- All meals
- Full support - rest stops, snacks
- Mapped & guided route, medics
- Glass of fizz & medal at the finish
- Celebration dinner in Marrakech
- Pre-event briefing in London
- FREE place on 50km UK Ultra
NOTE - Runners set off after Trekkers to enable event logistics to work
How to join:
- Self fund - pay just like a holiday
- Fundraise for a charity of your choice
- FLIGHTS - Included in either option
- OR you book your own flights
Contact us on 0207 609 6695 or
Your financial protection: The packages and flights shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority in the UK. Our ATOL number is 6296. Please see our booking conditions for more information.
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