RacingThePlanet | 4 Deserts Ultramarathon Series

Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026

250 KM, 6-STAGE FOOTRACE

Learn More Register Now Namib Race (Namibia) 2026

250 KM, 6-STAGE FOOTRACE

Learn More Register Now The Last Desert (Antarctica) 2026

250 KM, 6-STAGE FOOTRACE

Learn More Register Now Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2027

250 KM, 6-STAGE FOOTRACE

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Race CALENDAR

• Mongolia(Gobi March / Ultralite)21 Jun 2026

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• Namibia(Namib Race / Ultralite)16 Aug 2026
• Antarctica(The Last Desert / Antarctica Ultramarathon)13 Nov 2026
• Chile(Atacama Crossing / Ultralite)4 Apr 2027

The 4 Deserts Ultramarathon Series is widely recognised as the most PRESTIGIOUS FOOTRACE series in the world

The series consists of the Namib Race (Namibia), Gobi March (Mongolia), Atacama Crossing (Chile) and The Last Desert (Antarctica). Competitors in the races traverse 250 kilometers in seven days over rough country terrain with only a place in a tent and water provided. They are supported by highly qualified staff, all with experience in hiking, marathons and ultramarathons, and medical teams specialising in wilderness medicine.

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• 04 Jan 26 Monthly Training Calls!

  We have organized a series of training calls hosted by 4 Deserts Club member and personal trainer Kristina Huffman. You can join one or all of the calls. While they are designed with the Gobi March and UltraLite (Mongolia) in mind, you’ll find the content valuable for any race — or even if you’re simply thinking about taking on a future event. The next one is 7 February at 11am PST. Register here.

• 23 Dec 25 The Namib Race returns in 2026

  Join us in Namibia—Africa’s most awe‑inspiring country—for the Namib Race in the world’s oldest desert beginning 16 August.

• 15 Dec 25 Zoom Recording: Everything to Know About Racing in Antarctica

  Listen to the recording of our Zoom Info Session now on YouTube to gain all the insights into racing in Antarctica.

• 29 Oct 25 Next Race: Gobi March in Mongolia

  The next race, the Gobi March in Mongolia, marks the 20th edition of this historic ultramarathon. Rural Mongolia is a land of dramatic contrasts—vast steppes, towering mountains, arid deserts, and lush forests—all shaped by centuries of nomadic tradition. The Gobi March begins on 21 June 2026.

• 04 Oct 25 RacingThePlanet: Greece has Concluded

  Vicki Connelly of the United Kingdom and Hiroyuki Matsuda of Japan have won! Congratulations to all the competitors who participated in the 15th Edition of the RacingThePlanet Ultramarathon including those in the new UltraLite division.

• 15 Sep 25 About the Field of Competitors

  Explore the stats, key facts, inspiring stories, and top contenders at RacingThePlanet: Greece, kicking off on 28 September.

• 09 Sep 25 National Geographic names Namib Race as Best Adventure

  National Geographic names Namib Race in list of 23 best adventures for thrill-seekers.

• 25 Aug 25 RacingThePlanet: Greece is One Month Away

  Sign up for Breaking News to get 3 - 5 updates delivered to your email box each day while the race is LIVE. Be the first to get the latest news!

• 31 Jul 25 Everything You Need to Know about Gear, Clothing & Nutrition

  4 Deserts Club Member Mike Williams, a veterinarian from Florida, United States, provides an in-depth overview of the gear, clothing, and nutrition required for a RacingThePlanet / 4 Deserts Ultramarathon.

• 22 Jul 25 Introducing RacingThePlanet UltraLite

  Find out more about the new category of race - the UltraLite. Experience the same stunning landscapes and special camaraderie, but complete half the distance and choose to be supported or self-supported. Our inaugural UltraLite takes place in Greece!!!

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Personal Trainers

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Richard Behringer (Advice to Get Started)

Richard, from the United States, is a 4 Deserts Club member who provides detailed advice to the RacingThePlanet community on a voluntary basis acquired from his experiences competing in the four different RacingThePlanet races to get you to the finish line.

Jeremy Inabnit

Jeremy is a Certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports & Medicine (NASM) and a Certified Ultrarunning Coach with United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy (UESCA). Jeremy was first in his age group at the Atacama Crossing 2023.

Kristina Huffman

Kristina is a UESCA Certified Ultra Running coach and UESCA Certified Running coach as well as RRCA Level I Certified Running coach.

Tania Carmona

My coaching approach is designed for runners of all levels who want to build strength, improve endurance, and run efficiently. I place a strong emphasis on strength training, ensuring that my athletes develop the resilience needed to prevent injuries and enhance performance.

Hannah Walsh (Women Only)

Hannah helps (extra)ordinary women train for their dream ultramarathon. Breaking 250 is her flagship female-only training programme and community. It is a unique blend of one-to-one coaching and peer-supported mentoring to the start line of your biggest adventure yet. Hannah's inaugural Breaking 250 cohort trained for Lapland 2022, then Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2023 and now Greece 2025.

Hannah Alexander (Nutritionist)

Hannah Alexander is a qualified nutritionist (Bachelor’s of Applied Science – Human Nutrition) with experience in endurance nutrition. She has recently worked with professional ultrarunner Scotty Hawker on his nutrition and hydration plan for his first place finish at Atacama Crossing 2023, as well as another athlete who placed 2nd in another multi-day stage race.

Zandy Mangold

Zandy grew up amongst the roots and rocks of rural New Hampshire, but has lived in Brooklyn, NY since 2001. After graduating from Connecticut College where he earned Academic All-American honors in cross-country, he embarked on a career as a photojournalist, and it was actually a photography assignment for RacingThePlanet that introduced him to ultrarunning. Zandy was Overall Champion at the Atacama Crossing 2017.

Roberto Rivola

Roberto grew up in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland, spent his professional life in the various language regions of Switzerland and settled in the Engadine area in 2013. He has participated in numerous events and knows the trails of the Swiss alps well. Roberto has completed the Sahara Race 2018, and was 1st in his age group at Atacama Crossing 2023.

Jeff Ross

Jeff originates from Scotland, UK, and has been living in Malaysia since 2011. Jeff is a Certified Fitness Instructor and a Certified Revolution Running Coach.

Scotty Hawker

Scotty Hawker is a professional trail and ultramarathon runner based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Scotty won first place at the Atacama Crossing 2023. Scotty has been training, racing and travelling around the world since 2014 throughout Europe, Asia and South America. He's finished in 3rd place at the UTMB, and 2nd place in the CCC, two of the most competitive ultramarathons in the world.

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