Nepal Impact Marathon
Join Nepal Impact Marathon 2024
Welcome to the Impact Marathon Series! The Nepal Impact Marathon is not just a race; it's a journey through the heart of one of the most beautiful and culturally rich countries in the world. It’s a journey that will connect you with the some of the most immense people you’ve ever met whilst living in a community you would never normally get to visit, driving change, inspiring progress... and somewhere along the way, you'll realise you ran a marathon.
Of course, it’s not just marathon distance runs that are on offer in Nepal - we have the 10km, and Half Marathon routes available so no matter where you are on your running journey, there is an event for you. We never set up our races to be the fastest, or best, or toughest, or any of the other buzz words you hear about running events, no, we set up our races to be deeply impactful, life-changing, and empowering. After 9 years, $1.5million funds raised for awesome causes, and thousands of energised Impact Runners - we have certainly started something special, now it’s your time to be part of the movement.
Powerful Impact
For the 7th Nepal experience, we are bringing together all we have learnt to drive a truly powerful narrative and impact throughout the week. From our time in Kathmandu, to our work in Batase, you will see firsthand how we can prevent trafficking, support Gender Equality and create real opportunities for the children of Nepal.
We aim for all our Impact Runners to smash through at least £1000 of fundraising - this is what brings the Impact Week alive and leaves a lasting legacy in the communities we seek to serve. The Impact Marathon Foundation has the goal of catalysing change and supporting tangible, grassroots organisations with our funds, affirmation and a platform to tell their story In Nepal we have year on year honed our approach to supporting the right charities to tackle the biggest problems.
The Experience
Your journey begins in the magical city of Kathmandu, where ancient traditions meet bustling streets. Of all our Impact locations, this is the city that truly feels other-worldly, and it’s easy to get lost, fall in love, and be transported away from all you thought you knew.
Our first and last nights are hosted here in the city, with a traditional, Nepali-owned hotel to stay in - a little piece of tranquillity and comfort before heading up to our host village of Batase. Within the village we sculpt our own pop-up Athletes’ Village that will be your home for the majority of the trip. It’s hard to describe this place, and honestly, we don’t want to spoil the surprise. You’ll be blown away!
Course details
The Greeks invented the marathon, but Nepal is taking it to the next level. This distance is a brutal battle of man vs nature and will surely be the hardest but most rewarding race of your life. With 2000m of climbing on the trails around Batase, this course is the ultimate test of a runners ability.
You will be pushed to your limit, you will feel like you can't go on. But when you dig deep, when you keep moving you will earn the right proudly say you conquered The Beast Of Batase.
21km - Mountain Ridge
A unique opportunity to run a simply incredible loop of around Batase village. Make no mistake about it, with over 1000m of climbing this is a course that is for strong runners who can take on these challenging trails. You will take on the Savage Summit as well as some technical descents and a thrilling mountain ridge - it is a true test of your running ability.
10km - Starter for Ten
A 10km race that feels so much further! This is a serious test for any runner. With almost 600m of climbing, finishing this race will feel absolutely amazing. Indeed, it has the hardest hill of all our distances. If this is your first running race it truly will be the best.
Running with and through the Batase community, this is our most popular route. For the fastest runners in Nepal this will be a competitive and thrilling race.
If you are not a runner, we invite you to hike this course.
Start address: Batase,np
Finish address: Batase,np
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Registration closes on 17 November (114 days left)
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Frequently asked questions
What is an impact marathon?
An Impact Marathon is not just a race. It is a life-changing experience. For one week, you will be taken into the Impact Family, meet people from all over the world united in a movement to change the world for the better, through the power of running.
What time should i book my return flights for the Nepal Impact Marathon?
It is advised to book them in the afternoon on Sunday, due to the long bus ride back from the mountain.
Do I have to carry my bags on the first hike up to Batase for the Nepal Impact Marathon?
No, there will be a lorry to transport all your belongings. You should carry a day bag with you.
When will i receive my race briefing for the run the Nepal Impact Marathon?
In depth briefing will take place on the Monday, the first day of the week-long event.
What's not included in the price for the Nepal Impact Marathon?
International flights, airport transfer, travel insurance, rest day lunch, visa and alcohol/snacks.
How hard are the race routes?
We offer three distances for you to choose from - 10k, 21k and 42k. Impact Marathon races are truly unique and special… some even say life-changing! But there is one thing they are not - easy. Our races primarily take place on trail, can be highly technical in nature (think steep inclines and descents, rocky trails) and be at altitude (hello Himalayas!) and in challenging weather conditions (e.g. the sandy desert heat of Jordan!). That said, we have runners of all abilities join us - including many first-time marathoners and some first-time 10k’ers!. Training is necessary, but a lifetime of running experience is not. But we should warn you… once you join the Impact Family you are bound to be hooked on running!!
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.
