23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
500 Km
5 Days
25°C
Chubut, Esquel
ARWS South America
Mixed Team of 4
40 Teams
Trek / MTB / Paddling / Rafting / Rope work
Supported
Provided by the Organization
NA
1st ARWS Elite team receives free entry to the ARWS World Championship
"After 60 editions and 20 consecutive years, we are committed to taking the XK Race to the highest level next year. We are launching the XK Race Patagonia Esquel 2026, an expedition race which will be an Adventure Racing World Series Qualifier.
"In the heart of Argentine Patagonia, in the northwest of the province of Chubut and at the foot of the Andes Mountains and Los Alerces National Park, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, lies Esquel, a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
Its location offers unparalleled access to some of Patagonia's most impressive landscapes, with lakes, glaciers, melting rivers, forests, and steppes that will be the ideal setting and a true paradise for expedition racing lovers."
Race Director Alito Luchini
The winners of the ARWS Elite category for mixed teams of 4 will win a free place at the 2027 Adventure Racing World Championship. There are also shorter distances for solo racers, teams and pairs.
Stay ahead of the pack by subscribing to our Adventure Racing World Series newsletter.
Be the first to receive updates, breaking news, and exclusive insights from the thrilling world of adventure racing. Join now and fuel your passion for adrenaline-fueled challenges.
SubscribeREAD SOME
RELATED NEWS
This year there are 6 races taking place in; Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Ecuador, plus 4 races in the Brazil Series.
With more than 50 editions, the XK race is an iconic race and has received the best athletes on the continent, creating a sporting culture and growing the sport at a national level.
MORE RACES
FROM THE ARWS SOUTH AMERICA
17
October
25
October
15
November
20
November
27
November
31
January
09
March
08
May