Welcome to the White Desert Ultra

Overview

Over 4 days, you'll run through the otherworldly White Desert, where miles of dunes, wind-carved rock formations, and wide-open valleys set the stage for a multi-day ultramarathon unlike any other.

Each day encompasses a gentle increase in distance: 30km -> 35km -> 40km -> 45km. Each night, you are welcomed to Bedouin-style desert camps, sharing stories under a sky filled with stars.

Beyond the physical challenge, this journey offers a rare glimpse into the untouched beauty of the desert, culminating in Cairo with an optional visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza, a fitting celebration of both effort and adventure.

Multi-day ultra marathon through Egypt’s remote White Desert
Daily distances of 30–45 km over sand, limestone formations, and open valleys
Overnight Bedouin camps with full support for runners and no cut-off times
Run in one of the least visited, most surreal desert landscapes in the world
Tackle the dunes alongside professional ultra runners and coaches

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel with a rooftop view of the Great Pyramids. Enjoy a welcome dinner and soak in the iconic surroundings, preparing for the adventure ahead.

Day 2: Cairo to the White Desert
Travel to the White Desert and settle into your desert camp. This first night under the stars gives runners a chance to acclimatise, rest, and enjoy the quiet majesty of the desert before the race begins.

Day 3: 30km stage
After an early start, transfer to the beginning of the first race stage. Cover 30 km across dunes, limestone formations, and open desert valleys. Return to camp, where a hearty buffet awaits, and relax under the vast desert sky.

Day 4: 35km stage
Today’s stage pushes a little further with a 35 km course through the White Desert’s stunning landscapes. Experience the desert’s unique rock formations and open expanses, finishing back at camp for rest and recovery.

Day 5: 40km stage
The challenge intensifies with a 40 km stage. Traverse sand, stone, and salt flats, enjoying panoramic desert vistas. Finish the day at camp with dinner and camaraderie under the stars.

Day 6: 45km stage
The longest day of the race sees runners covering 45 km. Immerse yourself in the remote beauty of the desert, completing the final stage back at camp for a well-earned celebration of effort and endurance.

Day 7: Return to Cairo
Enjoy a final breakfast in the desert before transferring back to Cairo. Optional activities include a Nile cruise or a visit to the Great Pyramids to celebrate completing the ultra marathon.