ULTRA X, Ultra X, The Leather Market, London (2026)

31/05/2026

🚨 EARLY ACCESS NOW OPEN 🚨

If Ultra X Rwanda has been on your bucket list - it’s officially GO TIME! Early Access is now open - for all those who registered their interest online - check your emails for the link to enter.

We absolutely love this event - and our previous competitors feel exactly the same way. You can listen to real stories on our series on this page.

All the information you need can be found on the race webpage, but here’s the key stuff!

🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: NOW!
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

30/05/2026

🚨 24HRS UNTIL EARLY ACCESS OPENS 🚨

Paul has raced with us all over the world - Ultra X Rwanda was his 7th Ultra X 🤯 and you can listen to his story about why it was his favourite here.

Ultra X Rwanda is more than a race - it’s a true adventure of a lifetime. Home to the famous Mountain Gorillas 🦍, Twin Lakes, and Virunga Volcanoes, the country is a must visit.

Whilst the race element is just 1 or two stages - the experience goes far beyond that. You could choose to go Gorilla Trekking into the Volcanos National Park or join us on the post-race add-on package to the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Akagera National Park.

Key Information:
🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: Sunday at 17:00 for Early Access
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

29/05/2026

1. Ultra X Rwanda is a true adventure.

🚤 Before you even start your watch you'll take a boat across Lake Ruhondo to the start line, with staggering views of the Virunga Volcanos and dense jungles all around.

🦍 When it's time for that countdown though, it's on. You will trek through some of the most beautiful and jaw dropping terrain you can find on the African Continent, as the course is situated near the Volcanoes National Park (where the famous mountain gorillas are based) and the twin lakes.

🇷🇼 If you're looking for an all out African adventure, Ultra X Rwanda will deliver.

2. The Landscape

⛰️The course will take you over gentle hills and valleys, through traditional coffee and banana fields with lush, jungle like vegetation, and over a stunning lake peninsula.

🌋 It's one of the most picturesque places Ultra X has gone. From the vegetation to the sprawling mountain ranges, there's always a view to keep you going during those tough miles!

3. The People

🏃‍♀️The locals you'll encounter from Kigali to the course are some of the friendliest and most supportive we've ever had at an Ultra X event.

🏃People will be lining the course and checkpoints cheering you on, offering you a smile to brighten up you up. You haven't lived until you've crossed the finish line at Ultra X Rwanda with a local crowd cheering you on.

4. The Climate

☀️ Between 15-27 degrees, the climate of Rwanda in December lends itself to perfect running weather. You'll be able to run along the lush African wilderness in JUST shorts and a T-shirt, what a dream.

5. Logistics

💪 You've got an ultra to tackle, so we make logistics easy for you.

✈️ With direct flights to Kigali, Rwanda's Capitol city, from London and many other European hubs, Ultra X Rwanda is one of the Africa's most accessible races.

Honorable Mention: The Coffee!

☕️ If you needed ANY more convincing, Ultra X staff claim they've had the BEST coffee in the world right here in Rwanda. So if not for the adventure, do it for the coffee!

There's only 100 places for Ultra X Rwanda. Entries open at 17:00 for early access.

Are you in for the adventure of a lifetime?

28/05/2026

- THE ADD-ON PACKAGE

At Ultra X Rwanda, we offer competitors the chance to join us for an intimate add-on package to the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Akagera National Park - home of the Big 5.

These incredible photos were taken by 2026 competitor Nina

“After seeing the mountain gorillas and experiencing Rwanda, its landscapes and its people through the race itself, the Akagera add-on felt like the perfect ending to the trip. Camping in the middle of the park, sitting together around the campfire and heading out in the jeeps to look for wildlife made the whole experience feel really special. We also had the kindest guides, who made the trip unforgettable. The combination of nature, the people and the atmosphere made it unforgettable, and I came home with some of my favourite photos from the entire trip.”

If you want to join us in Rwanda in 2027 - entries open this Sunday at 18:00 - exclusively for those who have registered their interest online.

We currently have 400 people on the registered interest list for just 100 places - if you haven’t registered your interest yet, it may be the only chance you have to sign up to this once in a lifetime event.

DO NOT make any plans for this Sunday at 18:00 UK time 🔥🦍💙🇷🇼

Head to the webpage and enter your email to register your interest today…

28/05/2026

- Rwanda Ep. 3 with .wallis

Cath was our final finisher at the inaugural Ultra X Rwanda in January 2025.

We were completely blown away by her unrelenting attitude and determination to finish despite battling illness and having to complete the course largely alone (save for our sweepers) due to her friend suffering an injury before Checkpoint 1.

Cath completed the 50km in 12hrs and 21 minutes - 9 minutes ahead of cut-off, and finished to one of the biggest parties we’ve seen at an Ultra X!

Cath also visited the Mountain Gorillas of the Volcanoes National Park before her race.

With the return of Ultra X Rwanda and registrations for 2027 opening this Sunday for those who have registered for early access, we want to highlight what makes Rwanda such a special location for your next Ultra X.

🚨 BUT THERE ARE ONLY 100 PLACES 🚨

Early Access to the 2027 edition will open at the end of this week - 18:00 BST Sunday 31st May.

You MUST register your interest online to be able to sign up this Sunday - guaranteeing your entry at the lowest possible price point and ensuring tickets aren’t sold out.

Key Information:
🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: Sunday at 18:00 for Early Access
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

27/05/2026

- Ep.2 with Sally

Sally met one of her best friends at an Ultra X in Tanzania - and this is why she HAD to join us for another in Rwanda 🇷🇼

From the local communities to the stunning views, Rwanda has so much to offer. The “land of 1,000 hills” may be unrelenting, but the views at the top are so worth it.

“The only way I can describe it is as beauty in its simplest form.”

Even after the event is over you can stick around for our add-on package (more info on this later) or for one of Rwanda’s renowned gorilla treks, just like Sally did.

With the return of Ultra X Rwanda and registrations for 2027 opening THIS Sunday for those who have registered for early access, we want to highlight what makes Rwanda such a special location for your next Ultra X.

🚨 BUT THERE ARE ONLY 100 PLACES 🚨

Early Access to the 2027 edition will open at the end of this week - 18:00 BST Sunday 31st May.

You MUST register your interest online to be able to sign up this Sunday - guaranteeing your entry at the lowest possible price point and ensuring tickets aren’t sold out.

Key Information:
🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: Sunday at 18:00 for Early Access
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

26/05/2026

- Rwanda

Ultra X Rwanda is returning for 2027, and registrations open this Sunday for those who have registered for Early Access.

The event will take place on the weekend of 5th-6th December 2027, and it offers an immersive East African experience and an opportunity to experience the place, the people and the incredible community of this country in full.

Today you’re hearing from Owen - Ultra X Rwanda Class of ‘26 on

Why Rwanda? 🇷🇼

From the locals, the race staff, the Virunga Volcanoes, Mountain Gorillas and more, it’s clear Ultra X Rwanda is a must have once in a lifetime experience.

🚨 BUT THERE ARE ONLY 100 PLACES 🚨

Early Access to the 2027 edition will open at the end of this week - 17:00 BST Sunday 31st May.

You MUST register your interest online to be able to sign up this Sunday - guaranteeing your entry at the lowest possible price point and ensuring tickets aren’t sold out.

Key Information:
🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: Sunday at 17:00 for Early Access
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

25/05/2026

Ultra X Rwanda is returning!

🚨 100 PLACES ONLY 🚨

Early Access to the 2027 edition will open at the end of this week - 17:00 BST Sunday 31st May.

You MUST register your interest online to be able to sign up this Sunday - guaranteeing your entry at the lowest possible price point and ensuring tickets aren’t sold out.

Over the next few days we’ll be sharing some all about this incredibly special location.

Ultra X Rwanda is more than a race - it’s a true adventure of a lifetime. Home to the famous Mountain Gorillas 🦍, Twin Lakes, and Virunga Volcanoes, the country is a must visit.

Key Information:
🗓️ Event dates: 4th-5th December 2027
✍️ Entries Open: Sunday at 17:00 for Early Access
📍 Location: Twin Lakes Peninsula, Northern Rwanda
🏃‍♂️ Distances Available: 110km over 2 days or 50km in one
✈️ Direct Flights? Yes - Kigali International Airport (KGL)

24/05/2026

Why Morocco?

Ultra X Morocco has consistently been one of our highest rated events by runner feedback.

By introducing the 25km, we’ve opened it up to even more people to come and give it a go!

You can expect temperatures in the mid to high 20°’s (Celsius), beautiful blue skies, lush oases and iconic features including Aït Benhaddou, the huge castle set and trebuchets from Kingdom of Heaven, and the Egyptian style finish line at Atlas Film Studios.

Choose from 110km over 2 stages, 50km or the new 25km distance from Aït Benhaddou.

Let us know if you’re joining us this November 🎉🇲🇦

23/05/2026

The beauty of Morocco seen through Ultra X Morocco 🇲🇦

Ultra X Morocco is one of our most popular events, and its beauty can't go unnoticed. 🐪📸

I mean, If Christopher Nolan chose to film his upcoming "Odyssey" here, I think it's worth a few kilometers! 🎬

That's right, starting at the legendary Aït Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage Site, the filming location for the Odyssey and many other famous Hollywood films, the course of Ultra X Morocco takes runners and walkers through "the door of the desert"...!

They must traverse through rugged desert floors and lush oasis's, passing kasbahs and fortified villages throughout their journey. 🏜️

Trust us, you don't want to miss the way the rocks light up during sunrise and sunset. 🤩

The support from the local communities is always one of our favorite elements, time and time again we watch lives change on this very course.

With the launch of the new 25km distance, we're excited for more people to experience all that Morocco has to offer this November. 🏃‍♀️🏃

Here's what you need to know:

1️⃣ Included in the entry fee is transport to the start-line from the Official Race Hotel (Karam Resort), and a celebration buffet before the awards commence on Sunday evening (also at the race hotel).

2️⃣ We know how much better these events can be when you do them with friends, and so to celebrate the launch of our first ever 25km route on the African continent we are offering a huge 50% off discount code to the new 25km distance exclusively for friends and family of those who are signed up to the 110km or 50km distances.

If that’s you - check your emails for the code 😉

3️⃣ Not yet signed up but tempted by the offer? You’ve got until May 31st at midnight (UK time) to sign up to the 110km or 50km to be able to use the offer, your code will be in your inbox within 48hrs ready for you to send out to your lucky friends/family.

Full details can be found on the Ultra X Morocco Race Page.

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