Kilimanjaro Trail Run
30-31 Aug 2025 (Sat - Sun)
75km, 65km, 50km, Half marathon, 10 km
Join Kilimanjaro Trail Run
Run on the roof of Africa.
Kilimanjaro Trail Run is a weekend of 5 trail running events on the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world.
We have a race for every runner in your group!
Event distances on offer are 10 kilometers, half marathon, and ultra marathons of 50, 65, and 75km.
Course details
Our 75-kilometer ultra is a loop race from Simba Farm (1760m / 5770ft) to a high elevation at Kilimanjaro’s Moir Camp (4170m / 13680ft) and return. Runners climb the Lemosho trekking route and descend via Shira rescue road, passing through farmland, rain forest, and heather / moorland zones. Total climbing is 3050m (10000 ft).
This event is absolutely not to be taken lightly, as the combination of climbing, high altitude and unpredictable weather can be both difficult and dangerous. Additionally, the cutoff for the 75K is 13.5 hours, which requires exceptional fitness and determination.
Our 65 and 75K ultra marathons split at the 28.6km (17.8mi) mark, and 75K runners may drop down to the 65K at that point to maintain a race finish. [Do NOT assume the difference between the 75 and 65 is a mere 10km of running.]
KTR ULTRA 65 KM
Our 65-kilometer ultra is a loop race from Simba Farm (1760m / 5770ft) to Kilimanjaro’s Cathedral Point (3850m / 12600ft) and return. Runners climb the Lemosho trekking route and descend via Shira rescue road, passing farmland, rain forest, and heather / moorland zones. Total climbing is 2565m (8415 ft).
The cutoff for the 65K is the same 13.5 hours allotted for the 75K, which does still require some real work. This event is not to be taken lightly, as the combination of climbing, altitude and unpredictable weather can be difficult. Our 50 and 65K ultra marathons split at the 25km (15.5mi) mark, and 65K runners may drop down to the 50K at that point to maintain a race finish.
KTR ULTRA 50 KM
Our 50-kilometer race is a loop event from Simba Farm (1760m / 5770ft) to a high elevation of 3510m (11520ft) at Shira 1 on Kilimanjaro’s Shira Plateau and return.
Runners climb the Lemosho trekking route and descend via Shira rescue road, passing farmland, rain forest, and heather / moorland zones. Total climbing is 2225m (7300 ft).
The cutoff for the 50K is the same 13.5 hours allotted for the other two ultras, which makes it an extremely accessible high elevation ultra marathon (to the extent that high elevation ultras can be accessible). Still, the combination of climbing, altitude and unpredictable weather can make this a tough day.
KTR HALF MARATHON
Our half marathon (21.1km / 13.1mi) is a loop run on Shira Plateau, on a combination of double and single track in the heather and moorland zone. The first 10 kilometers are via rescue road, and the second half of the race on progressively more technical trails. The race features 520 meters (1700 ft) of climbing, with a high elevation of 3850 meters (12600 ft) near Cathedral Point.
This event begins and ends at Morem (3410m / 11190ft) on Shira plateau; vehicle transport is provided for participants to the race start and from the finish line back to the race village.
The KTR Half is a great entry race into high altitude running, or a superb way to hike fully supported for a day on Kili. We welcome hikers in the half marathon.
WEST KILI FOREST 10 KM
Our 10-kilometer trail run through West Kili Forest is great for racers, runners, hikers, family and friends!
The West Kili Forest 10K is a loop run in Tanzania Forestry Services land and highlights low mountain farmland, planted forests, and old growth rainforest.
This event begins and ends at the Simba Farm race village and does not go into Kilimanjaro National Park.
The loop is primarily single track and involves about 230 meters (750ft) of climbing to a high elevation point of 1920 meters (6300ft).
Start address: Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Finish address: Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
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 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 Shower
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Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
- FRIDAY, 29 AUGUST Note: Race village does open on Thursday, 28 August 14:00 - 19:00 Packet pickup (all events) and expo at Simba Farm Lodge - SATURDAY, 30 AUGUST 13:00 - 17:00 Packet pickup (Half Marathon only) and expo
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
If you will not be present at the expo, you can have a friend or family member retrieve your packet on your behalf with a copy of your ID.
How do I get to the race location?
Travel and accommodation details will be made available to all participants.
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
Refunds and deferrals are available through 29th July with cancellation / deferral fee of USD $80.
Are walkers and hikers welcome?
Absolutely! We’ve created our event such that every member of your group will have a race that suits them. The most walkable events — largely determined by time cutoffs — are the 10K, the half marathon, and the 50K ultra marathon.
How is the course marked?
Our courses are marked with reusable cloth ribbons, large metal signboards, and agricultural lime (chalk) on the ground. We also place marshalls (or checkpoints) at several junctions.
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.
