An old school adventure race with rugged mountains, a pristine lake for paddling  and remote wilderness locations, staged in the Northern Cape/Free state by Adrian Saffy.

Total Recon is organised by Murraylands Multisports (MMI) with Morgan Coull as the Race Director and will be this year's ARWS Oceania Championship event.

"The 2025 Two Rivers Adventure Race brings racers back to where it all began: the city of Philadelphia! Join us for our premier one-day adventure race, combining mountain biking, foot travel, packrafting, and map-and-compass navigation and help us celebrate Rootstock Racing's tenth birthday."

Non Stop has 12 editions in Ecuador and has motivated Ecuadorian racers to participate in the Huairasinchi Expediton race, while exploring unique places between the Andes and lowland areas of cloud forest and jungle.

The LA ROUTA Adventure Race is set for November 17-21, 2025, and will take place in one of the Philippines stunning island provinces-renowned for its vast wilderness, pristine beaches, and a scattering of scenic islets.

With its orange dunes, refreshing waterfalls, impressive rock formations and crystal-clear rivers, Jalapão is a paradise for lovers of ecotourism and outdoor sports.  Malacara Race 2025 is part of the ARWS Brazil Series.

"The XK Traverse Neuquén arrives in Northern Patagonia, Argentina, as the finale of the South American regional circuit.

The base of operations is in the city of Neuquén, an ideal setting for welcoming teams from around the world who will gather to secure a free pass to the ARWC France 2026 World Championships.

As is customary with NFNF Adventure Races, there will be multiple distance options on offer, all of which will be an adventure unrivaled! Think beautiful big mountains, tricky terrain, route choices galore ...

"On 27 December 1803 Convict William Buckley escaped into the Otways. Many said he no chance of surviving – it became known as Buckley’s Chance. He emerged 32 years later.

Namma Adventure Race is Karnataka’s only ARWS Asia Qualifier Race. The course allows teams to experience the local culture, adventure, and adrenaline that Karnataka has in store.

In Expedición Guaraní, participants will travel about 450km through the most beautiful places in the country. Come to celebrate the 10th edition of this amazing adventure.

"Welcome to the Spirited Women – All Women’s Adventure Race, where women team up, train and have an absolute blast of an adventure together, side by side all the way.

Teams of four women choose from a short, medium or long-course adventure. Travelling together in a team, they must navigate around a secret course by foot, mountain bike, and kayak, completing a few surprise mystery activities along the way. Stable tandem sit-on kayaks are provided for all teams, and all levels of fitness and experience are welcome.

The MAGNIficent offers an adrenaline-pumping, eye popping expedition adventure race in the incredible scenery of New Zealand's South Island.  The race is presented by the FEAR (Fiordland Expedition & Adventure Racing) Society in conjunction with Bend Racing with twin brothers Andy and Jason Magnes as Race Directors.

"This race is not named after your relationship status, it's named after the Spring thaw in Alaska in the spring!

This race will take place in one of the wildest and most beautiful landscapes in the planet, the Chilean Fire Belt in the Andes Mountains

The Drakensberg will host the return of Expedition Africa to South Africa after a short hiatus. This UNESCO World Heritage site, known as the "Dragon Mountain" is the highest mountain range in South Africa.

"Enter a unique adventure experience through the impressive region of La Rioja, Spain. Its enchanting landscapes, rich wine culture and the perfect combination of challenging terrain make this race an unforgettable experience for adventure lovers. Discover the natural diversity of La Rioja in Raid Tierra de Cameros.

"Make a team or go solo and have a blast during our annual Spring Bloom Adventure Race in and around beautiful Fredericksburg, VA.

MISSION is one of the longest-running US Adventure races, rewarding good navigation and strategy. It is designed to push most teams all the way to 18 hours, creating an exciting finish line atmosphere. This year's race will have very affordable bunk bed lodging available on site, as well as meals included the night before and post-race.

"There will be navigation, trekking (running or hiking), mountain biking. Both Courses will have slow moving river paddling. (canoes, pfds, paddles provided!!) There may, OR MAY NOT, be surprise challenges for ALL courses. The team that completes all the checkpoints (or more than other teams) with the fastest time will win the race.

Although Rajd Beskidy short course has "short" in its name, it is actually a challenging race that takes place in the hilly terrain on the border between Poland and the Czech Republic.

"In 2026, Rajd Beskidy Short Course invites adventurers to the heart of the Polish Jurassic Highlands – a land of endless pine forests, fantastic rocky formations, and mysterious caves. Competitors will face a true multisport challenge: exploring underground cave systems, tackling climbing tasks on striking rock faces, and kayaking down a picturesque river winding through the landscape. Navigation will play a key role, with a variety of detailed maps and numerous tasks designed to test both precision and strategy.

The Malacara Expedition race returns in 2026 with a fabulous new destination for the Brazilian ARWS Qualifier - the Amazon!

"The St-Lawrence Adventure Race will take place over 2 days (in stages) on May 16 and 17, 2026, around Rimouski (QC). This event aims to offer teams a memorable adventure while showcasing the beauty and attractions of the region.

After the success of the first edition in 2024, the Pyrene Raid returns to explore a new area of the Huesca Pyrenees.

HSAC Chapter 4 takes place on the 30-31 May 2025. This premier adventure race, now a key part of the ARWS Regional Race (Asia Series) will challenge participants with a dynamic mix of trail running, mountain biking, waterfalls abseiling, orienteering and for our elite racers, an adrenaline pumping white water rafting segment. For the other categories, you’ll enjoy an exciting stand up paddling experience that’s sure to get your heart racing.

"Mountain Designs GeoQuest 48hr Adventure Race is the ultimate test of your physical and mental limits. There is no question, the race is tough and it is real adventure.

Your body will be totally exhausted, your brain will be begging you to stop and you’ll have had little or no sleep for 48 hours. Then if you are one of the lucky teams, you will crawl across the finish line. This is certainly not your average weekend!

For its 20th edition, Raid NeuchAventure will offer a unique format for European adventure racers to get to know our stunning region between the Jura mountains and one of Switzerland's largest and most beautiful lakes.

"In 2026, the Rajd Beskidy Long Course will take participants into the Sudetes, a mountain range on thePolish–Czech border known for its wild beauty and demanding terrain. 

"The fourth edition of the Endless Mountains Adventure Race returns to Vermont for five(-ish) days of adventure through the Green Mountain State! For 2026, the race is headquartered in Bennington and offers teams a grand journey through the rolling mountains, lush forests, majestic waterways, iconic gravel, and twisty single track of southern Vermont.

"Prepare yourself for the ultimate adventure as the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race returns to the rugged north woods of Cable, Wisconsin, on June 27, 2026! This 24-hour event is crafted to push your endurance, sharpen your skills, and create unforgettable memories.

"A beautiful first edition completely immerged in the wilderness of the Regional Natural Park of Morvan for Outdoor Raid Series (ORS) with a natural and wild territory, a lot of amazing landscapes, forests, pastures, lakes, rivers, littles mountains... A dream for adventure racing"

"The Amazons Australia is a part of the Adventure Racing World Series - Oceania Region.

It is an All-Women's 3 Day Stage Adventure Race. The first edition in 2025, was the first ever ARWS all-female adventure race.
The 2nd edition will be located on the Cassowary Coast, Tropical North Queensland, Australia at Mission Beach - 4-10 July 2026.

Raid the Rookies back for 2026

Offering participants the opportunity of a lifetime to test their skills and endurance in one of the world's most stunning natural environments. Teams of 2, 3, or 4 will embark on a multi-day journey filled with thrilling challenges, including mountain biking, trekking, packrafting and rafting all set against the backdrop of the breathtaking scenery of the Rockies.

Colombia is a magical and biodiverse country that surprises with its magnificent culture, natural sceneries and flora and fauna.

In 2026 the magic returns…”FROM THE DEPTHS OF THE EARTH, WHERE RAW NATURE BREATHES AND THE SOUL AWAKENS”

Tactical Foodpack Expedition Estonia is an adventurous endurance race through wild mid-summer Estonian nature.

Route will traverse beautiful untouched forests and bogs as well as exciting cultural landscape and special natural objects. The course is divided into stages of trekking, mountain biking and watercraft.

Teams have to visit race checkpoints shown on the map, between which the specific route is free to choose. Predicted fastest time for non-stop racing in Expedition class is about 20 hours, but the course will be open for 40 hours, so it is possible to complete it more calmly and with rest breaks.
There will also be a "soft" class option that cuts the distance significantly and “open” class, that allows participants to use GPS navigation and race solo or in a team of up to 3 members.

Gear up for Incredible India with 4th National Adventure Racing Championship. 

Montane Adventure Race takes place in the Copenhagen area and gives the participants unique experiences in nature as they seek out spectacular features and complete challenges along the course. It's a team race where orienteering, running, mountain biking, climbing and canoeing (only the master route) are the main ingredients. The race is known for it's challenging navigation and innovative challenges, which have included tree climbing, and a checkpoint on a fighter jet!

"X-Marathon Adventure Race – A Premier Experience in the Scenic Central Coast, NSW

Just 1.5 hours north of Sydney, nestled in the breathtaking natural beauty of the Central Coast NSW, the X-Marathon Adventure Race offers a unique and unforgettable endurance challenge. From rugged bushland trails to serene waterways, this location is a playground for adventure racing — and X-Marathon captures every thrilling element of it.

 Raid in France: an adventure race like no other in total autonomy. The concept is simple: 4 racers (mixed gender) completely immerged in the wilderness for a 4 to 6 days non-stop adventure. The route remains secret until the race starts. The itineraries are uncovered in real time by the participants during the race.

"Make a team or go solo as the temperatures start cooling off and the leaves start falling and changing color during our Fall Foliage Adventure Race in and around the stunningly beautiful and historic Jamestown Virginia where the site of the first permanent English settlement in North America.

Incredible India is calling you to explore the valleys and mountains of Arunachal Pradesh through Adventure Racing.

After 60 editions and 20 consecutive years, we are committed to taking the XK Race to the highest level next year. We are launching the XK Race Patagonia Esquel 2026, an expedition race which will be an Adventure Racing World Series Qualifier.

“Die Ratel”, meaning Honey Badger in Afrikaans (a local language in South Africa) is set to be a raw old-school adventure - alike to a Honey Badger, tough, honest and a challenge so worth taking on!