SOUTH AMERICA
SERIES

About South America Series

The ARWS Regional Circuit is a collection of the best mid-distance adventure races in each global region. Event organisers set a unique course to test athletes over 125-250km course of non-stop day and night racing in the disciplines of trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, and navigation. Participating teams earn points towards their AR Regional Ranking and the winner of each round gains an entry to the ARWS Regional Championship. The winner of the Regional Championship gains entry to the Adventure Racing World Championship.

To be get involved with ARWS South America Region and join ARWS Global Adventure Racing community do reach us at: info@arworldseries.com

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17
Mar

South America Series Tierra Indomita - VULCANIA

Qualifier Circuit

This race will take place in one of the wildest and most beautiful landscapes in the planet, the Chilean Andes Mountain range Fire Belt. Where the best athletes of the world will row across crystal clear rivers and lakes, they will hike great mountains, and above all, will conquer the summit of an amazing volcano. Orientation will take them across millenary araucaria forests, and peradventure, across the glaciers that surround the area. A wild, beautiful and true adventure awaits.

17 Mar - 22 Mar 2024 (Past Race)
Distance
450 KM
Course Open
6 Days
Teams
2 Person, 4 Persons
Limit
40

22
Mar

South America Series GUERREIROS NAVENTURA - Brazil

Guerreiros Naventura will take place in the coastal city of Maceió, in the stunning province of Alagoas, one of the most visited tourist regions in Brazil. Scheduled for March 23-24, this thrilling 180 km adventure race, under the direction of Paulo Omena, will encompass modalities such as trekking, swimming, paddling, mountain bike, rappelling, and ziplining.

22 Mar - 24 Mar 2024 (Past Race)
Distance
45KM | 90KM | 180KM
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
Limited

19
Apr

South America Series Malacara Expedition

Qualifier Circuit

Malacara is back in 2024, an ARWS Qualifier. Stay tuned for more details. 

19 Apr - 27 Apr 2024
Distance
500
Course Open
95 Hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
160 Athletes

10
May

Raid Guaraní is an adventure race organized by Expedition Guaraní and NonStop Aventura.

10 May - 12 May 2024
Distance
180km
Course Open
30hs
Teams
4 mixed/ 2 mixed
Limit
N/A

30
May

South America Series PC12 Adventure Race

Qualifier Circuit

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

30 May - 10 Jun 2024
Distance
500km
Course Open
7 Days
Teams
Mixed teams of 4
Limit
30 Teams

30
May

South America Series Haka Expedition - Brazil

Haka Expedition is one of the country's longest-established races, promising an exhilarating journey through multiple settlements in the interior region of Sao Paulo. The race, which always attracts a substantial number of participants, showcases Brazil's breathtaking landscapes and draws on 16 years of tradition and expertise. The race includes trekking, mountain biking, paddling, vertical techniques, and covers 250 km. It will be based in Ribeirão Pires from May 30 to June 2.

30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Distance
75km | 120km | 250km
Course Open
3 Days
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
300 Teams

28
Jun

South America Series BOA - BRASIL OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

"BOA comes to its 8th edition offering stunning views of the iconic Chapada dos Veadeiros region.

28 Jun - 30 Jun 2024
Distance
120km | 50km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
60 Athletes

12
Jul

South America Series Expedición Guaraní

Qualifier Circuit

In Expedición Guaraní, participants will travel about 400km through the most beautiful places in the country.

12 Jul - 18 Jul 2024
Distance
400km
Course Open
120hrs
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
40

26
Sep

South America Series ANSILTA XK RACE

The ANSILTA XK RACE is back for its fourth year in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Villa La Angostura. The XL adventure race attracts top athletes from Argentina and the region, competing for points in the ARWS South America Regional Rounds.
26 Sep - 28 Sep 2024
Distance
220km
Course Open
48 hours
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
N/A

28
Sep

South America Series DESERT CHALLENGE

This race will take place in the region of Coquimbo, the entry gate to the Chilean desert.

28 Sep - 29 Sep 2024
Distance
150 km
Course Open
30hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
20 Teams

11
Oct

South America Series Malacara Race - Brazil

"Located 75 km south of Florianópolis, Garopaba is known for its beautiful beaches and also The scenery is varied, lagoons, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, trails and cliffs everywhere. In addition, in some months of the year, Garopaba receives the illustrious visit of right whales.
this will be the scenario of the Malacara Race 15Okm Garopaba."

11 Oct - 10 Oct 2024
Distance
120km | 50km | 25km
Course Open
16 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
110 Teams

26
Nov

South America Series HUAIRASINCHI - CUENCA - ARWC 2024

World Championship

Huairasinchi is the adventure race with more editions in the history of the sport (19). The race re-discovers hidden places in the extraordinary biodiverse Ecuador country. Every race is completely different from the past ones, visiting rainforest lowlands, cloud forest, and snow caped volcanoes. Racers are immersed in a rich cultural experience with local habitants and indigenous communities around the course. The race directors work closely with the local communities to promote their culture and explore ancient trails and areas that are not in the normal tourism offer.

26 Nov - 08 Dec 2024
Distance
700
Course Open
8 Days
Teams
4 Persons
Limit
Limited

13
Feb

Regional Championship

CHARRUA CHALLENGE is this years South America's Championship 

13 Feb - 16 Feb 2025
Distance
250-300km
Course Open
45 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
160 Athletes

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