Namma Adventure Race is Karnataka’s Only ARWS Asia Qualifier Race. The course is set to experience local culture, adventure, and adrenaline that Karnataka has in store.

Montane Kong Vinter is an adventure race in the Copenhagen area that gives the participants some unique experiences in nature. Montane Kong Winter is a team race where orienteering, running, mountain biking, climbing and canoeing (only the master route) are the main ingredients. The route is in beautiful nature with many spectacular features along the way.

"A classic unsupported-style expedition race through beautiful and rugged terrain of New Zealand's South Island. Single track, high mountains, jagged rock formations, canyons, classic mildish whitewater rivers will all play a part. Sure to be some suffering too. 

CHARRUA CHALLENGE is this years South America's Championship 

"Adrenalin Quest: More Than Just a Race—An Unforgettable Adventure

Get ready for an extraordinary challenge with Adrenalin Quest! This thrilling three-stage race is designed to push participants to their limits, drawing out the best of their skills, resilience, and teamwork. Set across breathtaking landscapes, Adrenalin Quest combines trekking, mountain biking, and kayaking for a multi-day adventure like no other. Each day, you’ll conquer a different stage before retreating to a comfortable night’s rest to recharge for the next day’s challenges.

The Legend Expedition Race is Back in 2025

This is where Legends are made.

Feats of epic endurance. Pulling together when everything falls apart. Pushing on when everything in you wants to hit the emergency button. Helping your mates and pushing to the edge of what’s possible.

Discover what you’re made of – the stuff of Legends.

Legend Expedition race has an 8 year vision to circumnavigate Australia starting New South Wales and continuing each year around Australia to Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, Queensland and finishing in the Australian Capital Territory.

The 2025 edition of Legend heads to the wilds of Tasmania and will travel through some of the last true wilderness in the world.

The Legend Expedition Race is a classic non-stop 6 day adventure race involving trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure disciplines. Teams of two or four must navigate their way unsupported through an epic 500+km course.

Teams race day and night pushing themselves to the ultimate limits of human endurance. All team members must complete all sections of the course and they must never be separated by more than 100m.

The CheNarr Adventure Race is a 12-hr event that includes mountain or gravel biking, kayaking and trekking to find checkpoints along the Harpeth River, in the Cheatham Wildlife Management Area and in Narrows of the Harpeth State Park.

This race will take place in one of the wildest and most beautiful landscapes in the planet, the Chilean Andes Mountain range Fire Belt. Where the best athletes of the world will row across crystal clear rivers and lakes, they will hike great mountains, and above all, will conquer the summit of an amazing volcano. Orientation will take them across millenary araucaria forests, and peradventure, across the glaciers that surround the area.

A wild, beautiful, and true adventure awaits.

After six years of success, we are proud to once again present Mexico’s Toughest Race! Our goal has always been and continues to be to promote ecotourism through mountain sports in Nuevo León and Mexico, explore the wonders and challenges that nature has to offer and experience endless emotions together with you.

Join us for the LONGEST running Midwest Adventure Race! This race isn't named after your relationship, but rather the spring thaw after a long winter! There will be 6 and 12 hour courses to FIT ALL SKILL LEVELS!

"Enter a unique adventure experience through the impressive region of La Rioja. Its enchanting landscapes, rich wine culture and the perfect combination of challenging terrain make this race an unforgettable experience for adventure lovers. Discover the natural diversity of La Rioja in Raid Tierra de Cameros.

Tierra de Cameros is a race designed by Urtzi Iglesias, race director of Expedition Guaraní with 8 editions behind him and with the organization of a world championship included.
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Set in the picturesque surroundings of Woodridge College near Port Elizabeth, the Mammoth Woodridge Adventure Race showcases three diverse terrains: rugged coastal trails, dense forests requiring keen navigation, and open plains that test endurance and strategy. The race features three distance options catering to all experience levels: a beginner-friendly 20–25 km Mini Adventure, a challenging 60–75 km mid-range course, and an ultimate 125–150 km endurance test for seasoned racers. Exceptional route choices make every race thrilling, combining physical and mental challenges with the beauty of the South African wilderness.

"50 Hour Race Description

The REV3Endurance 50 Hour Challenge will be hosted in Knoxville, Tennessee! Race through wilderness, urban, and the famous Urban Wilderness as you traverse a fantastic course! We designed this course with a huge emphasis surrounding a vast array of single-track mountain biking networks, quality large river paddling sections, and intermixed urban navigation! In addition, Knoxville features a robust culture and an excellent food scene for those looking to enjoy the area. This race is designed for newer through advanced racers. This race is perfect for racers who want to elevate to an expedition race.

Preparations are underway for the Adventure Enablers 2025 running of the Shenandoah Epic 24-hour adventure race. The race is in its 14th year and is located in Front Royal, Virginia. The adventure race will start on April 12, 2025. Registration opens to all experienced and budding adventure racers on October 1, 2024.

India is back with 3rd National Adventure Racing Championship and this time its in "Arunachal Pradesh" 

As part of Asian Series, India’s Championship event open to everyone. Every year NthAdventure hosts India's toughest Adventure Race in exotic / toughest parts of India attracting National & International Teams. 

NthAdventure along with Arunachal Pradesh Tourism invites you all to "India's FIRST Border Adventure Race" the 3rd National Adventure Racing Championship as part of the prestigious Adventure Racing World Series – Asia Series in MECHUKHA, Arunachal Pradesh - Adventure Race like NEVER BEFORE.

National AR Championship is an annual event and a QUALIFIER for ARWS Asia Championship. This year's Asia Championship is scheduled to take place in Malaysia in October 2025.

Non stop 24 hours race. Only mixte team of 4 racers. Activities: roller, orienteering, MTB, kayak, packraft and ropes. In the Loire department.

Make a team or go solo and have a blast during our annual Spring Bloom Adventure Race - Presented by Dominion Energy in and around beautiful Williamsburg, VA. If you love being outdoors: paddling, hiking and/or biking trails, getting off the sidewalks, then this is the event for you. Navigate the park just as the flowers and trees are blossoming, this year we will have both a "morning to midnight" 15-hour race on Saturday, and then also a more beginner friendly 4-hour race on Sunday.

The Bimbache Raid was organized in Spain between 2003 and 2010, and in its seven editions it was one of the most important races on the international scene where the best teams in the world participated.

Wild and unexplored areas awaits you. The Hesequa keeps revealing gems each year and 2025 won't be any different. Come make the most of the long weekend and spend it with friends in the most epic way possible.

"The inaugural Cerberus Expedition Stage Race will take place from May 2-4, 2025 from Camp Powhatan BSA Camp (2600 Max Creek Rd, Hiwassee, VA 24347) near Claytor Lake. The unique setup of this event allows racers to experience the thrill of multi-day racing without all of the sleep deprivation and dependency on a diet of solely sports nutrition. Each day will feature a unique course which should take teams about 12 hours to complete and feature a specific race discipline (paddling, cycling, trekking), though you will do several disciplines each day. There will be plenty of navigational challenges as well. The course will be designed to challenge both beginners and more advanced racers.

The Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge (RRRC) is held on a private ranch in the remote rugged and beautiful area of North West Texas. The RRRC is not a "bag and tag' get in and get out, over and done kind of race. It is a full weekend of "entertainment", an experience to savor, enjoy and make memories. The RRRC was started by Rattlesnake Racing in 1999 and has a long history of challenging participants.

Chapada Diamantina is a mountainous region located in the interior of Bahia, known for its lush landscapes, waterfalls, caves, trails, and unique rock formations. The city of Lençóis is considered the gateway to Chapada Diamantina, being a charming historic municipality with colonial houses, cobblestone streets, and a welcoming atmosphere. Lençóis offers a complete tourist infrastructure, with accommodation options, restaurants, and travel agencies to explore the natural beauty of the region. It is an ideal destination for eco-tourism and adventure lovers.

Although Rajd Beskidy short course has "short" in its name, it is actually a challenging race that takes place in the hilly terrain on the border between Poland and the Czech Republic.

2025 will be the 6th ARC and will take you once again on a memorable journey of 500 km through the magnificent scenery of Croatia! 

"The St-Lawrence Adventure Race will take place over 2 days (in stages) on May 17 and 18, 2025, around Rimouski (QC). This event aims to offer teams a memorable adventure while showcasing the beauty and attractions of the region.

Developed and designed by Jason and Chelsey Magness of Team BendRacing/ 4HourFuel.

"The REV3Endurance 24 Hour Adventure Race will be hosted in the scenic New River Gorge, West Virginia May 17-18, 2025 at ACE Adventure Resort. Designed for all ability-levels, you will explore the beautiful New River Gorge National Park and surrounding areas by way of mountain bike, trek, and guided whitewater rafting. Our river segment will feature multiple rapids sections of the New River. Additionally, racers will see scenic overlooks, historical features, and abandoned coal mines. Elite teams will find the course adventurous, challenging, while all teams will enjoy the beautiful scenery as they push themselves with teamwork and motivation through the finish line. We anticipate the use of GPX tracking to allow family and friends to follow teams online. While cut-off times will exist, the course design features short-course options to assist all teams with reaching the finish line.

HSAC Chapter 4 takes place on the 30-31 May 2025. This premier adventure race, now a key part of the ARWS Regional Race (Asia Series) will challenge participants with a dynamic mix of trail running, mountain biking, waterfalls abseiling, orienteering and for our elite racers, an adrenaline pumping white water rafting segment. For the other categories, you’ll enjoy an exciting stand up paddling experience that’s sure to get your heart racing.

12-hour race: ARWS-NA and USARA points race. Teams of 1-4 navigate with map/compass to find pre-plotted checkpoints while trekking/running, mountain biking, and paddling. 3/4-person mixed gender division.

“Die Ratel”, meaning Honey Badger in Afrikaans (a local language in South Africa) is set to be a raw old-school adventure - alike to a Honey Badger, tough, honest and a challenge so worth taking on!

The 6th edition of the Raidaran Adventure Race arrives loaded with renewed energy but maintaining the original essence: recovering the spirit of adventure, offering spectacular, wild and unknown routes, promoting versatility in the variety of disciplines. Multisport, Adventure, Teamwork, Wild Nature and Self-sufficiency. We want to return to the origin of adventure races.

We are beyond excited for what we have in store for the 2025 Ogre! We are taking our racers west into some lesser known mountain ranges—mountain ranges that, if you can believe it, we love even more than the Tetons! This area has high peaks, desolate valleys, and layers upon layers of incredible history, including 10,000 year old pictographs and ghost mining towns from the 1890s. Racers can expect rugged terrain with loads of elevation gain and spectacular views that might even stop the fastest teams in their tracks in order to take it in.

Rajd Beskidy long course is an expedition race. It takes place in the mountainous terrain on the border between Poland and Slovakia. Its length (about 500 km), combined with significant elevation gain (about 15,000 m) and demanding navigation, means that it is a challenge even for the best teams.

In 2025, the HQ as well as the start and finish, will be located in Poland, although most of the route will run through Slovakia. Participants will visit several national parks and places unknown even to local competitors. Traditionally, besides typical disciplines such as MTB, trekking, and paddling, teams will have to tackle navigation tasks requiring precision and attention, rope work, shooting, and other tasks making it necessary for participants to be versatile. They will receive various types of maps: lidar, itineraries, and transformed maps. The course is intended exclusively for four-person mixed teams. They certainly won't be bored.

Now in its third edition, the 2025 Endless Mountains Adventure Race is heading north to the Green Mountain State! Over seven days, teams will get to explore the full expanse of what Vermont has to offer: rolling mountains, lush forests, majestic waterways, iconic gravel, and twisty single track on a course that calls to mind the Untamed New England expeditions of years past and pairs it with the classic Rootstock flair that you have come to expect from Endless: rewarding checkpoints, a close-knit community feel, and some of the most challenging navigation and route choice on the ARWS circuit.

Join us for the 2nd year running of the Midwest Championship Adventure Race. Location will be announced at the beginning of 2025. This race will have 6 and 24 hour options. Registration is limited, this race will sell out.

This race put on by CrossFit Vancouver (with some help from Bend Racing) and will deliver an epic course and an amazing and welcoming atmosphere.  Expect beautiful vistas, gorgeous waterfalls, challenging navigation and fast and fun mountain biking - all taking place with Mt Rainier as your backdrop!

"Prepare yourself for the ultimate adventure as the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race returns to the rugged north woods of Cable, Wisconsin, on June 28, 2025! This 24-hour event is crafted to push your endurance, sharpen your skills, and create unforgettable memories.

For this Second Edition, join us in our new location for the race in the beautiful Canadian Rockies, in the beautiful town of Grande Cache, AB. Offering participants the opportunity of a lifetime to test their skills and endurance in one of the world's most stunning natural environments.

The Adventure Racing World Series and Tri Adventure and are proud and excited to announce the first ever ARWS all-female adventure race!

Returning for the 10th year, the Never Summer Adventure Race will take racers through the rugged Rocky Mountains of Eagle County, Colorado. With world renowned single track mountain biking, epic, swift water mountain kayaking, and trekking through breathtaking terrain, this race will be an adventure of a lifetime. Don't miss this 10 anniversary edition, once again taking place on an all new course.

The Maine Summer Adventure Race is an annual event designed to showcase the most beautiful, interesting, and fun parts of Maine. The 24-hour race is an extreme challenge, involving multiple hiking, mountain biking, and canoeing stages.

Teams race through the day and night (and day again), covering 50 to 100+ miles in total distance. The race is hosted and designed by Kate and Cliff White, the founders of Strong Machine Adventure Racing.

The Pocket Gopher Extreme 48 will be insane this year! The PGE is both an ARWS North America Regional Race and a USARA national qualifier for 2025 and that is just the beginning. This year we are taking the PGE to extremely new heights with a 48hr expedition style race that is sure to challenge any team. If you have ever wanted to try an expedition race but have been afraid to try this is the race for you.

Raid Gallaecia returns in 2025 as an expedition race following its last World Championship experience in 2021. A new destination where teams will explore the South of Galicia in Spain and the North of Portugal.

The thirty-hour event, supported by the Canadian Adventure Racing Association (CARA), will serve as the 2025 ARWS North American Championship

Kraft Race is an adventure race that has been taking place in the coastal region of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil since 2017. It is defined as a multi-sport competition in which athletes have intense contact with nature, moving in teams practicing Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paddling and Vertical Techniques, seeking to reach Control Points (CPs) located on the terrain, using only maps or topographic charts and a compass for orientation.

Tactical Foodpack Expedition Estonia is an adventurous endurance race through wild mid-summer Estonian nature.

Route will traverse beautiful untouched forests and bogs as well as exciting cultural landscape and special natural objects. The course is divided into stages of trekking, mountain biking and watercraft.

Teams have to visit race checkpoints shown on the map, between which the specific route is free to choose. Predicted fastest time for non-stop racing in Expedition class is about 20 hours, but the course will be open for 40 hours, so it is possible to complete it more calmly and with rest breaks.
There will also be a "soft" class option that cuts the distance significantly and “open” class, that allows participants to use GPS navigation and race solo or in a team of up to 3 members.

"In 2025 The Longest Day Will be returning to the Adirondack Mountains of New York. This will be a 24 hour event held in the heart of one of the largest parks in the US. Teams of 2 - 4 will experience world class single track mountain biking, incredible navigation through forests and over mountains, and canoeing through wild rivers.

This race is built to challenge the toughest adventure racers but also give new folks the chance to experience a longer race format. On this course many of the checkpoints will be optional with a fewer number of mandatory points to make sure that everyone gets across the finish line together.

Originally the brainchild of James Thurlow, ITERA is now organised by Durty Events - one of the most experienced adventure sport companies in the UK with over 200 events behind us. Paul McGreal was Race or Event Director for ITERA 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The Course Planner is ex-World Champion Tom Gibbs (also Course Planner in 2014, 2019, 2022 and 2023).The idea of showing off the country at its finest is what motivates the team behind the ITERA.

ITERA is a made-up word - ITER – Latin for “journey”.. and the “A” stood for little more than the ADVENTURE

The teams will be racing over 600km through Scotland over five days in August 2024. The Race HQ and Finish Line will be near Aviemore in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains. The start location and the course? You'll have to wait until August 2024 to find out!

"Are you ready for a course through the western wilderness with remote rivers, northern pine forests, alpine mountains, whitewater, desert single-track and so much more??? This is a linear course with route choices which traverses multiple diverse and beautiful landscapes. This race takes place at over 6000 feet and will push you over 8000 feet during some sections of the race. We will bus races from Curt Gowdy State Park to a surprise location where you will embark on a memorable journey through diverse landscapes! This course is tough beautiful and rewarding with a truly expedition feel! Come explore the west with REV3 Endurance!

The little (but still tough!) brother of the full ITERA race.

The teams (Pairs only, but 2 x Pairs teams could travel together as an informal Quad) will be racing over 200-300km through Scotland over 48-60 hours in August 2025. The Race HQ and Finish Line will be near Aviemore in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains. The start location and the course? You'll have to wait until August 2025 to find out!

Join the Odyssey Adventure Race in India, part of the Adventure Racing World Series - Asia Regional. Choose from a 30KM, 60KM or 120KM course, with a local flavor and challenging terrain. Premier mixed teams of 4 (3+1 or 2+2) can win a free entry to the AR India Championship 2025.

In 2025 EXP Africa will host the traditional Fullmoon and Doublemoon Events. A 120km and 250km course set in the beautifull Magoebaskloof. The host venue will be the Magoebaskloof Mountain Lodge. With enough accommodation for all this will be the perfect family adventure weekend.

Endurance Quest Saimaa: Challenge Yourself in Finland's Lakeland
Endurance Quest Saimaa is an adventure race held in the Lake Saimaa area. Finland's largest lake, Saimaa, offers a variety of terrains perfect for kayaking, swimming running, and coasteering.

"This August, set against the rugged beauty of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, the X-Marathon 2025 invites teams to push their limits, forge deep connections, and journey through some of Australia’s most scenic landscapes.

Inspired by Legends
Race directors Serge and Maria, veterans of the global adventure racing scene, have drawn from their experiences in events like Eco-Challenge, Patagonia Expedition Race, ARWS events and Coast to Coast to shape X-Marathon. Each year, they bring elements from these iconic races into the X-Marathon, delivering an event that challenges, inspires, and unites participants. The result is a thrilling adventure race that is as mentally demanding as it is physically, offering a complete experience for adventurers of all levels.

A Decade of Adventure
Now a cornerstone in the adventure racing calendar, the X-Marathon has evolved from humble beginnings into a premier event, attracting elite teams from Australia and New Zealand. Whether for the thrill of competition or the chance to connect deeply with nature, the X-Marathon has been a stage where racers can test their boundaries, savor the journey, and create unforgettable memories.

Embracing Exploration
The X-Marathon is about far more than competition—it’s an invitation to explore and embrace the unknown. Racers traverse wild, remote landscapes around Lake Macquarie, navigating rugged terrain, dense forests, and untamed waterways. These natural challenges make each moment one of discovery, pushing racers to rely on their skills, teamwork, and endurance to conquer the course and unlock hidden gems along the way.

Courses for Every Adventurer
The X-Marathon offers three courses, each tailored to different skill levels. For beginners, the Mini 4-hour course is a perfect introduction to the adventure racing world. The Half 12-hour course is a more challenging test of endurance, while the Full 24-hour course demands everything from racers, promising an all-encompassing adventure. The ultimate prize for the Full course champions? A coveted entry to the 2025 ARWS World Championship in Canada, where winners will represent X-Marathon on a global stage.

Are You Ready to Join?
As the X-Marathon enters its second decade, it stands as a testament to adventure, innovation, and resilience. Rally your team, prepare for an unforgettable journey, and join us at Lake Macquarie for an experience that will leave you feeling alive, inspired, and ready to conquer the wild. The adventure awaits—are you ready?"

"""Unleash your spirit for adventure with a non-stop, 6-9 hr adventure race through the rugged Manitoban wilderness! Teams of three use a map and compass to navigate an unmarked course through the back country of eastern Manitoba.

RUN, PADDLE and BIKE to attempt to be the fastest team to reach all checkpoints before the 9 hour cut off and make it to the finish line where a spectacular awards ceremony, the legendary post race party and a meal fit for a Swamp Donkey awaits!"""

Hosted in and around the Okanagan Valley in BC, Western Canada, set in uniquely beautiful and geologically formidable terrain.Hosted in the City of Penticton in Western Canada, Expedition Canada explores the uniquely beautiful and geologically formidable terrain of British Columbia.

Asia series championship- Location Langkawi’s Island

More details coming soon.

Total Recon is the newest race, organised by Murraylands Multisports (MMI) with Morgan Coull as the Race Director. Morgan has raced XPD four times, competed in most of the other Oceania Series races and was a finisher at Eco-Challenge Fiji with Team Aussie Rescue. As Chairman of MMI he’s organised numerous sporting events and is on a mission to re-introduce Adventure Racing to South Australia.

O Jalapão é uma região deslumbrante situada no estado do Tocantins, no Brasil. Conhecido por sua paisagem única e preservada, o Jalapão atrai viajantes que buscam aventura e contato com a natureza. Com suas dunas alaranjadas, cachoeiras refrescantes, formações rochosas impressionantes e rios cristalinos, o Jalapão é um paraíso para os amantes do ecoturismo e da prática de esportes ao ar livre. Além disso, a cultura local também é rica e cativante, proporcionando aos visitantes uma imersão autêntica na vida e nas tradições do povo dessa região. Explore o Jalapão e descubra sua beleza selvagem e inesquecível!

The LA ROUTA Adventure Race is an iconic event in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, recognized for its significant contribution to the development and growth of the local adventure racing scene. The race was held annually from 2000 to 2010, followed by a revival in 2019, and then hosted the first ARWS Asian Championship leg in 2023. These milestones have established LA ROUTA as the longest-running adventure race in the Philippines. The race attracts teams from across Eastern Visayas and neighboring regions, showcasing the spirit and endurance of its participants.

As is customary with NFNF Adventure Races, there will be multiple distance options on offer, all of which will be an adventure unrivaled! Think beautiful big mountains, tricky terrain, route choices galore...

There will be options for the seasoned campaigner and the newbie alike! Let's not forget the warstories around the campfire at the end, a big focus of NFNF events!

Nons Stop has 12 editions in Ecuador and has been a race with formats of 24, 12 and 8 hours. It is an adventure race that has motivated national racers to participate in the Huairasinchi while exploring unique places between the Andes and lowland areas of cloud forest and jungle.

Raid in France: an adventure race like no other in total autonomy. The concept is simple: 4 racers (including at least one woman) completely immerged in the wilderness for a 4 to 6 days non-stop adventure. The route remains secret until the race starts. The itineraries are uncovered in real time by the participants during the race.

Namma Adventure Race is Karnataka’s Only ARWS Asia Qualifier Race. The course is set to experience local culture, adventure, and adrenaline that Karnataka has in store.