DATE: Fri 3rd May 2013
TIME: 6:30 AM Altitude 9000-10500 ft

We strongly urge you to do this as part of a 2 or even 3 person relay to reduce the exhaustion levels at this altitude. The procedure, registration and costs per person are the same. Best to register only if you have done a full marathon definitely under 5:30 hrs, or a half marathon under 2:30 hrs in the plains
Also book yourself for the post race party dinner on the 3rd of May @ Rs 400pp. Children 5 and under free and 6-12 half rates.

Registrations are now closed.
If anyone registers at the expo it will be 6000 all inclusive but why pay more?

Bib and race packet pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 4pm on April 29th at Banjara Camp at Batseri Village, Sangla, Kinnaur District. You have to make it in person.

Please note - those who register at the expo on April 29th may not get some items of the race kit or a medal at the finish line since these items will have already been ordered

DATE: Wed 1st May 2013
TIME: 10:30 AM Altitude 9500-1000 ft

Registrations are now closed.
Those who are running the half or full marathon on May 3rd are automatically registered

Also book yourself for the post race party dinner on the 3rd of May @ Rs400pp. Children 5 and under free and 6-12 half rates.
Bib and race packet pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 4pm on April 29th at Banjara Camp at Batseri Village, Sangla, Kinnaur District. You have to make it in person.

Please note - those who register at the expo on April 29th may not get some items of the race kit or a medal at the finish line since these items will have already been ordered

DATE: Wed 1st May 2013
TIME: 10:30 AM Altitude 9500-9800 ft

Registrations are now closed.
Those who are running the half or full marathon on May 3rd are automatically registered

Please note - those who register at the expo on April 29th may not get some items of the race kit or a medal at the finish line since these items have already been ordered

Those who are running the half marathon on May 3rd are automatically registered as this is a pre requisite acclimatization run
Also book yourself for the post race party dinner on the 3rd of May @ Rs400pp. Children 5 and under free and 6-12 half rates.
Bib and race packet pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 4pm on April 29th at Banjara Camp at Batseri Village, Sangla, Kinnaur District. You have to make it in person.

The runs are organised by runners for runners.
Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you cross the finish line. The course is extremely tough – so altitude acclimatization is key. with Sports Drinks, Water, Ambulance and Medical Care and our The Half Marathon will remain open for 4 hours and the full marathon for 8 hours enthusiastic volunteer support.

An attractive medal, certificate with timing for each finisher of the Full and Half Marathon and a certificate for every finisher of the 5 km and 10km runs.

The race number pick up for all races will happen at Banjara Camp at Batseri Village on Jun 25th between 9am and 6pm. You need to be there in person as part of the strict acclimatization requirement. Do not take the half or full marathon lightly – this is both at altitude and a long steady climb and you need to be in peak condition for this. We suggest that you team up with another for doing the marathon and the half marathon as a relay. The costs, procedures etc all remain the same.

There are no cash prizes in our runs. Everyone of you who finish is a winner.

Plan to be at the start at least 30 minutes before the start of your race. Get as many of your family and friends to join you on this amazing holiday experience and those who are not running can cheer you.

The Medical Care will be available, But this is a very remote location and you need to be your own best judge first- we want you safe and injury free with treatment close at hand if required. Please rest and ask for aid if you ever do feel dizzy or unsteady or have your heart pounding.

Hydration is available at several points along the way but you will be carrying a water bottle for the same for the half and full marathon which will be provided in the running kit.

Acclimatise really well before the runs, get used to the altitude and stop off at Narkanda/ Thanedar on the way in and do a long altitude trek. When you reach Sangla – do a few treks – it is breathtakingly beautiful. Phenomenal to come with your family.

The 5km and 10km runs have a phenomenal view of the Kinner Kailash range.

The Half and full Marathoners start on the Baspa River at the bridge in Batseri Village and do a run along a path to Raksham – around 8km away and then connect with the road, and carry on 3km to Mastrang ITBP camp.

There they pass on the baton to their fellow relay runner who runs back on the road down to Batseri to finish the half marathon.The Marathon and the 2nd relay runner carries on up to Chitkul and beyond that to a border checkpost and returns back to Mastrang.. The 1st person takes over from there and runs back to the bridge at Batseri.

See the Map and the Elevations - come prepared to stay a few days after the run too - Enjoy the fresh mountain air and nature.

It is going to be cold there especially in the 1st 7km of the half and full marathon. A light wind cheater and a couple of layers of T shirts may be required during your run.

If you are training for your Half Marathon or Full Marathon click on the advanced schedules here. These are not runs for the 1st timer marathoner or half marathoner.

Remember – train well and you will finish smiling. All the very best and congratulations on your decision.

Running is a fun activity but running in a race, like engagement in any activity, also comes with attendant risks, which you should be aware of, and only then enter.

Anyone registering for this race should make sure that he/she is medically fit and does not have any precondition – however minor it may seem to them, that would indicate that they should not run eg being on some medication, onset of a cold or flu, not yet recovered from a flu or an injury etc.

This run includes some cross country which CAN have a incidence of ankle twisting, slipping and falling.

These runs are at altitude which require good acclimatization, and also listening to your body and heart and not pushing yourself beyond a limit. Walk when tired. This is critical. Also preferably, find a partner for the relay half or full marathon.
Some parts of this run will be colder weather which should also require some ingestion of salty items – sports drinks or other solids or liquids to prevent cramping.
We want you to have fun and stay safe, and do your bit towards that.

This is a great time to add in a few days and take in what Kinnaur has to offer - breathtaking views, rugged treks, quaint walks, fresh mountain air, fruit, smiles, friendly people and a close up experience of a wonderful part of the world.

Our hospitality partner HPTDC has a special scheme of 25% off for accommodation for runners at Narkanda and at Kalpa - click on http://hptdc.nic.in/ today. Also connect with our travel partner Make My Trip to help you reach Shimla from wherever you are, and organise transport and stay facilities in the area.

Accommodation around Sangla and around Narkanda/Thanedar can be coordinated through Banjara Camps. Start planning your trip, doing your research of how you want to get there and where you want to stay depending on the size of the group and your budget click here. For some accommodation options from Banjara Camps and Resorts for the Sangla area.

Remember these roads from Shimla onwards are long, rough in parts, and go along steep gorges in parts. Best to have a driver who is comfortable on mountain roads.

There will be loads of great information provided by specialists in their field which will be of great value to you. So if you are planning to run, block off time for the expo - you will get to know the way to the race location and will also meet several other runners and make new friends and also plan a few treks along the route both for acclimatization and familiarization.

Most importantly have a blast whether you are running, volunteering or spectating, because that will help make it the most spectacular run for all of us.

Smile for the cameras. Hydrate and have your snack Medals will be given to each Full and Half Marathon finisher at the finish line and a certificate with name, and timing will be handed over at the certificate counter. Check for photographs and more photographs at the finish

There will be a post run dinner to get us to have a relaxed catch up with each other and celebrate your victory over a breakfast and a slideshow. Cost is Rs 400 pp and you can book a dinner coupon for a friend or family member etc too if they are with you.