Join Salt Pans Ultra Marathon 2026
Visit Beautiful Botswana and run the toughest flat route race in the World. The SPU is the World's only ultra trail race run entirely on salt flats.
The Salt Pans Ultra is already being described by runners as a bucket list event. With both 50kms and 100kms races you can choose how much pain you want to take on.
The 100kms has been described as a gorilla in chimps clothing and with only 20% of runners finishing it lives up to this reputation.
The routes are entirely on and around the epic, awe inspiring and humbling Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, some of the largest salt pans in the World.
The pans are the bed of an ancient mega lake from which scientists believe early mankind started the first human migrations North.
While you gain very little in elevation you will certainly be pushed to your mental and physical limits. There are few points of reference, no route markings, extreme temperatures and plenty of time on your own to chat to your spiritual ancestors.
Course details
We provide a truly African experience with amazing sunsets and sunrises plus clear star filled night skies. There is fully catered and supported wilderness camping that combines great food, craft beer and gin, freshly brewed coffee, amazing volunteers and a small intimate field of 100 athletes.
The course provides a true adventure race experience with no cell signal, no route markings and no noise except the endless crunch of your shoes on the pans.
Expect wind and towering dust devils, high temperatures and the constant glare of the bright white sand to impede your progress. You will need to be completely on top of your mental game to finish.
The well stocked water stations that are visible from miles away promise well needed but brief respite. Kukonje Island is a highlight as it towers in the middle of the Pans with its ancient baobab trees highlighted against the horizon.
Start address: Mosu, Botswana
Finish address: Mosu, Botswana
Register
Registration closes on 31 五月 (169 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 Timing chip (single use)
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done Photo Service info
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done Pre-race meal
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done Post-race meal
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done Massage
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done Parking
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done Shuttle to Start Line
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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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done Custom bib number
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done All meals
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done Finishers beer
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done Life changing experience
常见问题
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
At the race village when you arrive and check in
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Distance changes (e.g., 50 km to 100 km or vice versa) are permitted until 1 September, subject to availability. Fees or entry differences apply. No changes permitted after this date.
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
A non-refundable administrative fee of P500 applies to all cancellations. Refunds are issued as follows: • On or before 28 February – 100% refund minus P500 admin fee • From 1 March onwards – No refund under any circumstances Refunds are processed within 30 days to the original payment method.
Compulsory equipment
All runners must carry the following items at all times. Each piece of gear is essential for your safety, navigation, and self-sufficiency in the remote environment of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. GPS Watch Backpack with 3L Water Phone 400 kcal Nutrition Headlamp with Spare Batteries Space Blanket Whistle Cup Hat Signal Mirror BiB Number
Recommended equipment
Trail Running Shoes Buff Sunglasses Sunblock Gaiters Running Poles Lip Balm Spare Socks Vaseline and Blister Plaster
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