The flagship race of the Ultra Gobi Series: a 400km solo desert expedition reserved for the world’s most accomplished endurance athletes

• 400km nonstop solo ultramarathon
• 139-hour cut off
• Self-navigated and self-supported
• Checkpoints every 40km
• Limited to 50 runners
• For elite ultrarunners
• Qualification: A 160km+ nonstop trail race finish since Jan 1, 2025
  
  

A 121km nonstop desert race that pushes runners through day and night in an extraordinary test of endurance, navigation and mental resilience

• 121km nonstop desert ultramarathon
• Solo race with strict cut-off
• Self-navigated endurance format
• Day-to-night desert crossing
• For experienced ultrarunners
• Qualification: One 100km+ nonstop or two 50km+ trail race finishes since Jan 1, 2025

A four-day team endurance race where pacing, strategy and supporting one another become as important as the distance itself.

• 121km team desert race over 4 stages
• Teams of 3-5 runners
• Team time based on third finisher
• Focus on strategy, pacing and teamwork
• Camp, meals and logistics included
• For teams seeking a shared endurance challenge

A four-day solo endurance journey combining personal challenge, desert exploration and the satisfaction of reaching the finish line on your own terms.

• 121km solo desert race over four stages
• 25-35km daily stages with generous cutoffs
• Open to runners, hikers and trekkers
• Camp, meals and logistics included
• Cumulative overall timing
• A personal endurance and discovery journey

A one-day desert exploration experience offering a lighter, more accessible way to discover the culture and spirit of Ultra Gobi.

• 30km one-day desert experience in AlUla
• Walking and light endurance format
• Highlights iconic natural and historical sites
• Finish inside Ultra Gobi desert camp
• Overnight camp accommodation included
• For first-timers, travellers and cultural explorers

A three-day parent-and-youth desert expedition designed to inspire curiosity, resilience and connection through shared adventure and exploration.

• 90km 3-day parent-and-youth desert expedition
• Staged route across AlUla landscapes
• Daily camp accommodation included
• Educational & cultural immersion focus
• Designed for families, schools & young adventurers
• Focus on shared learning, resilience & exploration

Please check individual race categories

Please check individual race categories

Not suitable for wheelchairs

Participants should prepare appropriate gear for their race category. This may include a trail running pack, hydration bag, trail shoes, trekking poles, and other essentials. Mandatory equipment varies by distance and difficulty. Please check official race regulations for full requirements.