Expedition Africa Adventure Race is a grueling and exhilarating multi-day endurance event that challenges teams of four to navigate through rugged African terrain using a variety of outdoor disciplines such as trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, and more.
With unpredictable weather conditions, wild animals, and extreme physical demands, this race requires participants to demonstrate exceptional teamwork, mental fortitude, and strategic planning to reach the finish line. Whether you're a seasoned adventure racer or a newcomer looking for the ultimate test of strength and endurance, Expedition Africa promises to be an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.
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To coincide with the latest World Obstacle Congress the International Adventure Racing Association (IARA) has reaffirmed their position as the governing body of Adventure Racing and issued the following statement.
Wayne Leek recalls the first Adventure Racing World Championship in Canada, back in 2004.
Adding The Dark Zone to the media roster ensures that fans and followers of the race will have direct access to athlete interviews, transition area insights, and behind-the-scenes storytelling
The race will start in the town of Tambores (meaning drums) in the region of Tacuarembó and Paysandú. The course will be over 160 kms with an exciting variety of terrain in 8 stages of rogaining, mountain biking and trekking.
The ARWS European Championship at Endurance Quest Saima in Finland
“Subaru Canada is excited to return to the Okanagan Valley with Expedition Canada to support the 2025 Adventure World Racing Championship,” said Subaru Canada’s Simon Coulter
Adventure Racing World Series competition returns to the Scottish Highlands with this year’s ITERA and ITERA Lite races taking place from August 10-15th
From September 4 to 7, 2025, this world-class competition will bring together athletes from Quebec, across Canada, and around the globe in an exceptional natural setting—perfect for adventure, challenges, and personal achievement.
The worldwide ranking system for adventure racing, run by the ARWS, has been upgraded and will now include more racers in different categories.
Athletes from 11 countries will race the ARWS Endurance Quest Saimaa event
Teams will be headed for Sudbury, Ontario on Friday 25th July to prepare for the 15th edition of the classic Canadian adventure race, Wilderness Traverse.
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