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Serengeti Migration Marathon 2025

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Serengeti Migration Marathon

The event in a few words

"Hakuna Matata, what a wonderful phrase. Hakuna Matata, ain’t no passing craze! It means no worries for the rest of your days...” 🦁"

With this philosophy, you'll be ready to start the Serengeti Migration Marathon! 🏃‍➡️ How about ending your summer vacation in style with a quick detour to the Tanzanian plains at the end of August? 🗓️ You won't be running just anywhere: the Serengeti National Park 🌳 is not only Tanzania's largest national park but also the most famous in the world! 🌍 Starting from the town of Mugumu, the Serengeti Migration Marathon invites you to an adventure that rivals the best safaris in Africa: wildebeests, zebras 🦓, gazelles, rhinos 🦏, lions, and even cheetahs 🐆. Get ready to run with the kings of the savannah! 😂

Even if you're not a gazelle that can run miles without getting winded 🥵, don't worry, there are other events during the weekend! 😎 Indeed, it's not just the marathon! ☝️ This event also features a half-marathon, a 10k, and a 5k! 🛣️ And if Saturday's races aren't enough for you, more events are lined up for Sunday 😉. Plus, they're all for a good cause! 🫶 The Serengeti Migration Marathon highlights the importance of wildlife conservation 🦒 and endangered species. The organizer is also committed to anti-poaching efforts ❌, which is the main focus of the 12 km and 5.5 km races. These events are quite different from Saturday's 🤗. They start in the heart of the park 📍, at Fort Ikoma, allowing you not only to witness the migration ↔️ but to become part of it by running among groups of wild animals along the Serengeti National Park 🤩. The Ikona forests, the Ikorongo and Grumeti game reserves—what more could you wish for? 🥰

After crossing the finish line 🏁, why not extend your adventure? 🗺️ To give your legs a rest, you can join a safari in the Serengeti Park or explore other nearby parks: the Kilimanjaro Park, the Tarangire Park, or the Maswa Reserve. The region is full of opportunities! 😌 Keep your eyes peeled as some animals are masters of camouflage, so have your binoculars ready! 🤓 If relaxation is what you prefer, the shores of Lake Victoria 🏞️ offer breathtaking views! You'll be at the crossroads of Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, and Kenya, a perfect chance to experience new cultures! 😜

Grab your race bib 🎽 and become the hero of the latest Lion King sequel!🌟

4 reasons to join this race

A Journey into Simba's World 🦁
Your race will take place in none other than Serengeti National Park! This park is the largest in Tanzania, with 14,763 km² dedicated exclusively to wildlife since 1951. With such a vast area, you're bound to encounter some amazing animals! 🦒
Running for a Cause 🎗️
By participating in the Sunday races, you are also supporting the fight against poaching. Like all other parks in Africa, Serengeti unfortunately suffers from poaching... This event helps to fund anti-poaching efforts and offers a unique way to experience the park while raising awareness about the importance of protecting these species! 😌
A Safari with a Twist 🏃‍➡️
Normally, Serengeti National Park is explored by 4x4 to get close to the animals safely and without disturbing them. But here, you'll have the chance to tread the Tanzanian soil with your own feet (or rather, in your running shoes 😅) and admire the savannah and its wildlife up close! 🤩
A Friendly Race for Everyone 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Here, it's not about performance and competition. The Serengeti Migration Marathon is more than just a race; it's a genuine experience. With distances for everyone, it promotes the values of preserving this wild territory and, above all, creates unforgettable memories! 😇

A distance for every taste

  • Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 6:20 AM
  • 1 loopx42.195 km

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can pick up your race bib from August 20 to August 29, 2025, between 7:30 AM and 6:30 PM at SETCO College in Mugumu.

Saturday, August 30, 2025, starting at Sokoine Stadium in Mugumu:

  • Marathon (42 km): 6:20 AM

  • Half Marathon (21 km): 6:30 AM

  • 10 km: 6:50 AM

  • 5 km: 7:00 AM

Sunday, August 31, 2025, starting at Fort Ikoma in Serengeti National Park (group departure from Mugumu available at 5 AM):

  • 12 km: 6:40 AM

  • 5.5 km: 7:00 AM

All race bibs are priced at a flat rate of 35€.

  • 5 km and "5.5 km Against Poaching": 6 years and older

  • 10 km: 12 years and older

  • Half Marathon (21 km): 16 years and older

  • "12 km Against Poaching": 14 years and older

  • Half Marathon (21 km): 5 refreshment stations

  • 10 km: 2 refreshment stations

  • 5 km: 1 refreshment station

Each station will offer drinking water, fresh fruit, and sodas.

For the Half Marathon (21 km), the number of elite runners is limited to 3 per country. To participate, athletes must obtain an approval letter from their country's athletic federation.

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