Issyk Kul Six-Day Challenge
Join Issyk Kul Six-Day Challenge 2025
FIRST EVER ULTRAMARATHON AROUND THE SECOND LARGEST MOUNTAIN LAKE IN THE WORLD
Have you already reached the finish line at Marathon des Sables, Spartathlon, and maybe even Badwater, and are curious about what’s next? Here you are: 460 km in 6 days at altitudes up to 2,000 m – an unprecedented challenge for your physical and psychological capabilities, The World’s Longest 6-Stage Foot Race.
Stunning views of the Tien Shan nature and the track around the mysterious lake still unknown to the running world are included as a bonus. Since the number of participants in the 1st Issyk Kul Six-Day Challenge is strictly limited, hurry up to become one of only 100 pioneers and have your name inked in history!
START PLACE
Baktuu-Dolonotu, at the hippodrome built for the World Nomad Games.
STAGES
90 km, 74 km, 87 km, 85 km, 79 km, 45 km; total gain & loss of 6.3 km. Time limits: 12 hours for Stages 1 to 5 and 7 hours for Stage 6. There are aid stations at each stage every ~20 km.
Course details
TIME TABLE
May 4, 2025 – check-in and bib number pickup; Pasta Party
May 5–10, 2025 – stages 1 to 6, each starting at 8:00
May 11, 2025 – Award Banquet
Start address: Бактуу-Долоноту, Кыргызстан
Finish address: Бактуу-Долоноту, Кыргызстан
Register
Registration closes on 01 April (88 days left)
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
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What’s included
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done Finisher medal
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done Goodie bag
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done Event T-shirts
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done E-certificate/e-diploma
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done Timing chip (single use)
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done Photo Service
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done Video Service
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done Pre-race meal
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done Post-race meal
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done Drink Stations
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done Nutrition Stations
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done Medical Assistance
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done Bag drop
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done Toilets
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done Finisher Belt Buckle
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Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
May 4, 2025 : Check-in and bib number pickup at Baktuu-Dolonotu (hippodrome)
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
After the registration for the Event is closed, the Fee is not refundable, but the Participant has the following options: - Transfer the right to Participation to another person, but only if there are at least 3 (Three) weeks remaining before the start date of the Event; - Request to carry their Participation over to the next year; Participant can invoke this right only once.
Visa
Citizens of more than 60 countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and all of Europe, do not require a visa to enter Kyrgyzstan. Everyone else can easily apply for an e-visa.
Traveling
There are many direct flights to Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, from Dubai and Istanbul – the world’s largest hubs – as well as other cities. Just 35 km away from the starting point, there is the Issyk Kul International Airport (Tamchy). However, only a few flights from the neighboring countries go there, so the main air gate of Kyrgyzstan is the Manas International Airport in Bishkek. From the capital, you can get to the start of the race by comfortable GoBus coaches.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
