Oman Desert Marathon provides participants with a true experience of living in the desert, this vast expanse of stunning beauty and breathtaking imagination to implement a unique physical, emotional, and spiritual experience of a lifetime.You can decide if you want to run or hike, both events require each runner to be prepared and self-sufficient in food and personal needs. It is a sport to learn patience and challenge, a sport of excitement and suspense, a sport of adventure and strength. The race and hike both start in front of the historical forts and castle in the village of Al-Wasil in the Wilayat of Bidiyah and end at the Al Jawharat Resort.The five stages will take the contestants through different miles of attractive charm and aesthetic diversity in the topography and terrain, starting with history and civilization with historical forts and castles, passing through green palm oases and lush shades and then dunes where the stages of the race pass through the dwellings of the nomads who still follow the grazing roads, in the desert of Oman.The difference between both events is in the kilometers to cover per day, the 165 km race will cover 42 km, 32 km, 40 km, 30 km, and 21 km in five stages, while the 100 km hike will cover approximately 20 km each day during the five stages.As for the night stage, it has a special magic runners will enjoy the desert its splendor, beauty, and charm, which captivates the hearts to take you little by little to darkness, isolation, calmness, silence, and the fragrance of the winds, with the radiance of millions of twinkling stars that captivate you with their beauty.Program for event:17 January (Arrival And Admin Day)18th January – 42 Km / 20 Km – 1st Stage19th January – 32 Km /20 Km – 2nd Stage20th January – 40 Km /20 Km – 3rd Stage21st January – 30 Km / 19 Km – 4th Stage22nd January – 21 Km / 21 Km – 5th Stage23 January (Departure to Muscat Airport)

This multi-day hike is the opportunity to explore endless rolling sand dunes, and investigate the desert on foot. The Wahiba Sands are one of the most spectacular experiences Oman has to offer.Discovering the desert can be challenging and exhausting, but it can also be easy and fun. The 100 km Oman Desert Marathon Hiking Experience, is a chance to spend time in nature, be part of the adrenaline rush and physical challenge that all participants of Oman Desert Marathon get, no matter the distance. If you’re planning on hiking, BE PREPARED!Hiking in the Omani desert is very different from hiking on mountain trails or other deserts, in the desert there are no trails and it is mostly soft sand. Though it is very safe to hike in the desert and you will not have problems navigating it, you should not underestimate it!Like the 165 km runners, you will start from from the Oasis of Alwasil and finishing at Al Jawharat Resort in Bediyah and cover 5 stages, with the difference that you will cover approximately 20 km per day.Are you ready for the big adventure? this long distance hike is possible for beginners, a multi-day desert hike, supported from the moment you arrive till the dat you go!

Starting from the Oasis of Al Wasil, the Al Sharqyah Marathon marathon is the next step if you are thinking of running an ultra marathon on the sand. Explore the desert with runners of The Oman Desert Marathon Classic – 165 Km race, experience the first stage of this ultra with runners from all around the world, many of them elite world desert champions who come to challenge themselves in the beautiful but also challenging Omani desert.

Starting from the Oasis of Al Wasil, the half marathon is the next step after having previous ran in the desert, getting deeper in the desert in the company of the 42 km runners and runners of The Oman Desert Marathon Classic – 165 Km race, to get the feel of ultra running with participants from all around the world, many of them elite world desert champions that come to challenge themselves in the beautiful but also challenging Omani desert.The event will start from 200 meters from the Al Wasil Fort Location, where you can park your car. From parking runners can walk to the start point. The track will follow the trail path and will enter the sand dunes. The trail will be properly marked and we will have volunteers and first aid assistance to make sure it is a safe event. There will be aid stations mid race and at the end where you can refill your reusable water bottle.

The 10 km distance is long enough to represent a challenge but short enough to remain accessible for a less experienced runner. A good race for enthusiasts who want a little taste of the desert, and a good experience. The event will start from 200 meters from the Al Wasil Fort Location, where you can park your car. From parking, runners can walk to the start point. The track will follow the trail path and will enter the dunes. The trail will be properly marked and we will have volunteers and first aid assistance to make sure it is a safe event. There will be aid stations at the start and finish line.

Whether you are walking or running, enjoy a fun day out with family and friends, enjoy the outdoors, meet like-minded people, and remember it is a race for all abilities. The event will start from 200 meters from the Al Wasil Fort Location, where you can park your car. From parking, runners can walk to the start point. The track will follow the trail path and will enter the dunes. The trail will be properly marked and we will have volunteers and first aid assistance to make sure it is a safe event. There will be aid stations at the finish line.

Kids love to run, so why not harness that energy in the desert? Fresh air, exercise, and exploration are just a few of the benefits children can experience when they spend time outdoors. The event will start from 200 meters from the Al Wasil Fort Location, where you can park your car. From parking, runners can walk to the start point. Only Kids between 8 and 11 years old are allowed to participate.