Tue. 11 - Sat. 15 Dec. 2018
Dubai, AE
Event description
The Al Marmoom Ultramarathon offers 3 grueling distances; the world’s longest desert ultra-run 270km over 5 days as well as continuous 100km and 50km ultra runs.

All three distances are self- sufficient,, with water and tents supplied, and across desert terrain in the breath taking Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai UAE.

Terrain will change from hard sand tracks to soft moving dunes, and the route will include overnight camping, 5 stages and regular check points.

The Al Marmoom Ultramarathon will test physical strength and mental stamina as participants take in the beautiful desert landscape and spot indigenous and migratory wildlife.

Elite runners from across the globe as well as regionally, will take on the ultimate challenge of the longest desert ultra- run whilst the shorter distances are the perfect choices for ultra-runners who want to experience the magic of the Arabian desert and test their limits of physical and emotional endurance. The Al Marmoom Ultramarathon is for individuals and teams who want to test their limits and take on the ultimate challenge of a lifetime.

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Location
Venue
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Races
270KM
Tue. 11 Dec. 2018
05:00
270 km
270KM (Deposit)
Tue. 11 Dec. 2018
05:00
270 km
100KM
Fri. 14 Dec. 2018
05:00
100 km
100KM (Deposit)
Fri. 14 Dec. 2018
05:00
100 km
50KM
Sat. 15 Dec. 2018
05:00
50 km
50KM (Deposit)
Sat. 15 Dec. 2018
05:00
50 km
Registration
Registration open
Wed. 25 Apr. 2018 17:00
Late fees apply from
Sun. 30 Sep. 2018
Registration close
Wed. 5 Dec. 2018 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Bus transfer to and from the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve Accommodation 1/2/6 nights in the camp Main meal night before the race start and after the last race Water throughout the race Technical and medical support Timing chip and BIB Race tracker Salt tablets Road map Evacuation insurance Race medal, T-shirt, race photos and certificates Post- race presentation and awards Official video of the race (downloadable 14 days after the race)
Refund policy
Fees are protected by event cancellation insurance.
Cancellation available until 31st of August, 2018.

Non-refundable fees apply:
270KM: USD160 |100KM: USD105 | 50KM: USD55
Insurance
Event Protect
This event is insured through EventProtect.
A 5% insurance premium is applicable.
Practical info
Race pack collection
On Pre-Check days in the Base Camp:
270KM: 10th December, 2pm
100KM: 13th December, 2pm
50KM: 14th December, 2pm
Transport to start
Bus transfer to the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve.
Transport from finish
Bus transfer from the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Moderate
Support stations
Water station for every 10KM. Hot meals in the Base Camp night before the first race and after the final.
Highlights
Participants must follow the route as marked by the organizers, failing which penalties may be applied according to the particular stage. The course will be marked approximately every 500 metres.
Spectators area(s)
In the Base Camp and around the course.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Paramedic present, Physician present.
Parking
Parking will be available for those with cars at the bike trek area.
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
MyLaps BIBTag by Sports Timing Services
Certificate
Electronic certificates
7 days after the race
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
All info about prizes: <a href="http://ultramarathon.ae/prizes.html" target="_blank">http://ultramarathon.ae/prizes.html</a> <span class="ext"></span>
Races

270KM

Distance
  • 270 km
Start date
Tue. 11 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
MONDAY 10TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

TUESDAY 11TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM

WEDNESDAY 12TH
70KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 11.00 PM

THURSDAY 13TH - FRIDAY 14TH
100KM
Start 7.00 AM Thursday
Finish time cap 12.00 PM Friday

SATURDAY 15TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM

270KM (Deposit)

Distance
  • 270 km
Start date
Tue. 11 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
This is the the non-refundable deposit. Later on you will get the link where you can pay the full amount in 1 or 2 installments.
If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
MONDAY 10TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

TUESDAY 11TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM

WEDNESDAY 12TH
70KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 11.00 PM

THURSDAY 13TH - FRIDAY 14TH
100KM
Start 7.00 AM Thursday
Finish time cap 12.00 PM Friday

SATURDAY 15TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM

100KM

Distance
  • 100 km
Start date
Fri. 14 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
WEDNESDAY 12TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

THURSDAY 13TH - FRIDAY 14TH
100KM
Start 7.00 AM Thursday
Finish time cap 7.00 PM Friday

100KM (Deposit)

Distance
  • 100 km
Start date
Fri. 14 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
This is the the non-refundable deposit. Later on you will get the link where you can pay the full amount in 1 or 2 installments.

If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
WEDNESDAY 12TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

THURSDAY 13TH - FRIDAY 14TH
100KM
Start 7.00 AM Thursday
Finish time cap 7.00 PM Friday

50KM

Distance
  • 50 km
Start date
Sat. 15 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
FRIDAY 14TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

SATURDAY 15TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM

50KM (Deposit)

Distance
  • 50 km
Start date
Sat. 15 Dec. 2018
Start time
05:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
This is the the non-refundable deposit. Later on you will get the link where you can pay the full amount in 1 or 2 installments.

If you want to register as a team of 3-8 people, please register individually and then send us the list with team name, full names and emails to [email protected].

Race schedule:
FRIDAY 14TH
2.00 PM
Camp Arrival
Pre-checks + Overnight

SATURDAY 15TH
50KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 7.00 PM
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Phone
+971 50 476 0653
Video