*Every effort will be made to keep to the scheduled departure and end date, but all flights are subject to weather, aircraft serviceability and local conditions.

All participants should be in excellent health, have appropriate clothing and equipment, and be capable of completing the World Marathon Challenge. Please consult with your doctor before entering the World Marathon Challenge.

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The 2026 entry fee is discounted to $48,000 USD for those who make a full payment by March 31. Alternatively, competitors can choose an installment plan of three payments of $16,500 USD, with the final payment due by June 30, 2025.

What's Included?

• Flight by specialist jet from Cape Town to Ultima Base, Antarctica - the location of the first marathon.
• Professionally organised marathon events at Ultima Base, Cape Town, Perth, Dubai, Madrid, Fortaleza and Miami.
• International charter flights to each of the marathon locations.
• Contingency plans and arrangements to cater for weather delays in Antarctica to meet a 7-day schedule.
• Meals provided on charter flights
• Aid / Food / Drinks stations at each event as per any standard marathon
• Medical support throughout the trip.
• Shower facilities at each location except Antarctica
  
• Professional video footage and photos of the World Marathon Challenge for personal / private use.
• Medals, t-shirts, souvenirs and merchandise related to the World Marathon Challenge.

*Please note: The entry fee does NOT include flights from your homeland to Cape Town, accommodation in Cape Town, or your flight home from Miami at the end of the Challenge. Participants are also responsible for their own food outside of charter flights.

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