Race Description:

The wait is over, India is hosting the ARWS Qualifier for 2026 in the beautiful state of Arunachal Pradesh.

NthAdventure along with Arunachal Pradesh Tourism invites all the participants to India's Border Village " MECHUKHA" nestled in the beautiful state of Arunachal Pradesh for Adventure @ Mechukha - Expedition.

About host location "MECHUKHA" - A world untouched by time.

High in the Himalayas, situated amid breathtaking beauty, lies the enchanting hamlet of Menchukha. Cradled 6,000 feet above sea level in the eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, Menchukha offers a captivating blend of nature, culture, and adventure.

The name ‘Menchukha’ itself whispers stories of the land.

In the local dialect, Mechukha or Menchukha, which is made of three words: “Men” means “medicinal”, “Chu” means “water” and “Kha” means “ice”. The melted glacial water flowing through the valley is believed to possess healing properties.

This hidden gem, tucked away in the West Siang district, is a haven for nature lovers. Shrouded in pine trees and bushes, it is one of the lesser-explored valleys in the region, preserving its immaculate beauty with snow-capped peaks, a pristine lake, and the mighty Siyom River (locally known as Yargyap Chu) carving its way through the landscape. Menchukha Valley offers a variety of adventure activities, making it an exciting playground for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

Tribes in Mechukha are - the Membas, Ramos, Bokars, Libos and Tagin

WHY YOU should NOT miss ADVENTURE @ MECHUKHA!!

1. This is India's Border Village, the Valley is the first village from the Indo-Tibet border
2. This is India's & Asia's only QUALIFIER Race for the AR World Championship 2027
3. All Teams will be provided exclusive airport pick-up and drop-off to race HQ and back.
4. All Teams will be provided ONE night Transit Accommodation enroute to HQ pre and post race.
5. The winners will not just win the ULTIMATE title and the trophy but also an exclusive cash prize 
6. Experience and explore Indian culture, tradition, hospitality, food and the beautiful nature like never before.
7. Limited Slots of only 30 TEAMS. So, Hurry, do not miss this ONCE IN A LIFETIME ADVENTURE
8. More details will be shared only with REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
9. Remember this is not just a race this is HISTORY IN MAKING

This race will be jointly hosted by Ajita Madan & Sayeesha Kirani, pioneers in building Adventure Racing in India for more than a decade along with Heidi Muller and Stephan Muller the force behind amazing 11 editions of Expedition Africa and the AR World Championship 2023. 

With every race we want to let everyone experience the Indian Adventure, culture, hospitality and take home only the life time memories. We are a country rich in heritage and adrenaline, its time we showcased to the world the potential that it holds. We can't wait to welcome our Teams and AR Community to join us for this one of its kind of adventure with the generous support from the host state Arunachal Pradesh