Falklands Ultra

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  • Date Fri 18th March 2022
  • Location Goose Green, Falkland Islands

Event summary

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at the Falklands Ultra, organized by Falklands Ultra, on Friday, March 18, 2022. This extraordinary event invites participants to experience the breathtaking and rugged landscape of the Falkland Islands as they take on either a challenging 100-mile or 100km ultra marathon. The race follows the historic routes taken by British forces in 1982, meandering through iconic locations such as Goose Green, San Carlos, Mount Kent, and Stanley.

With generous cut-off times for those tackling the 100km option, even those at a walking pace can join in on this remarkable journey. For those seeking a shorter challenge, a marathon distance is also available. Your adventure doesn’t stop at the race; from March 18 to March 28, 2022, participants can enjoy a variety of optional activities including an acclimatization race, rock climbing, kayaking with penguins, fishing, guided battlefield tours, and even whale watching. Join us for this unforgettable experience in a remote corner of the South Atlantic!

Falklands Ultra

Fri 18th March 2022

A wide-angle view of a rugged landscape with rocky terrain in the foreground. The middle ground shows a mixture of grassy and rocky areas, while rolling hills and distant mountains are beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds. A body of water is visible in the background.

Organiser's Description

The challenge of a lifetime in a remote corner of the South Atlantic in a country defined by its dramatic history. 100 miles or 100km on foot across the stunning and dramatic landscape of the Falkland Islands. The ultimate challenge to test your limits!

Following the routes taken by British forces in 1982 to liberate the Islands, the course winds its way from Goose Green to Stanley via San Carlos, Mount Kent, Two Sisters, Wireless Ridge and Tumbledown.

The event is a complete package including flights from the UK departing Friday 18th and returning Monday 28th March 2022. The race is a single stage ultra, and walking pace is supported for the 100km option (very generous cut-off times). Also Marathon option.

Also during the week in the Islands there is a host of optional activities including an acclimatisation race, rock climbing, kayaking (with penguins?), fishing, guided battlefield tours and whale watching.

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