Kenya Wildlife Marathon

Trail Running covering 5 km to 42 km in Athi River (Machakos County, Kenya)

Location

Athi River, Machakos County, KenyaShow on map(1.4563° S, 36.9783° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,092 m

Kenya Wildlife Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Athi River, Machakos County, KE focused on Trail Running. Key features include Charity Run, Desert, Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42 km, +1,092 m D+), Half Marathon (21 km, +546 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), and Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kenyawildlifemarathon.com).

Official website

Kenya Wildlife Marathon in Athi River (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "LSRA Dunes Landscape" · Photo: **BLMUtah** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Charity Run Desert Multi-Day Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Trail Running	42 km	+1,092 m	139 m - 598 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Trail Running	21 km	+546 m	142 m - 371 m	Loop course	Route & profile
10 km	Trail Running	10 km	+260 m	145 m - 254 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 5 km	Trail Running	5 km	+130 m	148 m - 203 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42 km

Elevation gain

+1,092 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,092 m D-

Altitude range

139 m - 598 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

42 km+1,092 m D+Peak 598 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 139 m to 598 m above sea level (+1,092 m D+, -1,092 m D-)

Peak: 598 m·at 14.9 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kenya Wildlife Marathon take place?

Kenya Wildlife Marathon takes place in Athi River, Machakos County, KE (start area at coordinates 1.4563° S, 36.9783° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Kenya Wildlife Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42 km, +1,092 m D+), Half Marathon (21 km, +546 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), and Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kenya Wildlife Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,092 m of elevation gain and -1,092 m of elevation loss, ranging between 139 m and 598 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Kenya Wildlife Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kenyawildlifemarathon.com).