Across the Divide Extreme Series

We have just come back from the Namibia Ultra Marathon which was a great success. A fantastic route and we've had excellent feedback from the runners. Find out how they did on the results page.

"Across the Divide have captured the spirit of adventure racing in this event for me!" Andy McMenemy, Namibia ultra marathon participant 2008.

The next event is the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon in Iceland.

The extreme series was set up to offer a different experience for those wishing to take the challenge of running a marathon to the next level. All our marathons will be run in difficult environments to push runners just that little bit further.

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Laugavegur Ultra Marathon 2008 Iceland

10th-14th July 2008

Enjoy the ultimate endurance test in spectacular surroundings. The course takes you from the natural springs at Landmannalaugar to Thórsmörk, a valley nestled between two glaciers about 55 Km away. The course is normally hiked in 4 days, and is one of the most beautiful in Iceland, stretching from Landmannalaugar in the highlands to Thorsmork, a natural reservation area. The race is multi-terrain (sand, gravel, grass, snow, ice, rivers and streams) and is well-marked with wooden markers to prevent runners from getting lost.

For further details click here.

Taj Mahal Marathon

18th – 23rd September 2008

A stunning route that follows a good tarmac road through beautiful rural countryside and villages, before finishing up with the most perfect view of the Taj Mahal.  The highway runs through fertile fields dotted with eucalyptus trees and mango groves, and past small bazaars and hamlets lining the side of the road.  You really get to see the real India.  The extreme element for this marathon is the heat, temperatures can rise to around 35ºc during the day.

Further details click here.

Namibia 24 hour Desert Ultra Race

6th - 13th April 2009

Join us on a 120 km race over 24 hours through the most hostile desert coastline on the planet – the Namibian Skeleton Coast. The race takes us through gravel plains framed by distant ridges and mountains, past dramatic upheavals of granite inselbergs, and takes place under the clearest of blue skies. Participants will be required to remain self sufficient over the 24 hour period carrying their own food and equipment for the duration of the event although water will be provided every 20km.

(A shorter marathon route can also be run details can be found here.)

For further details on the Namibia 24 hour race click here.

Costa Rica 24 hour Adventure Race

Dates to be announced shortly

This year's race takes place in the shadows of the active Arenal Volcano, creating a stunning backdrop to the event. Teams will navigate, trek, mountain bike, sea kayak, and traverse the rainforest canopy along a course of between 75 and 150 kilometers in 24 hours. This is the Adventure Race of a lifetime with teams competing over a variety of disciplines through a diverse range of environments.

For further details click here.

Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Ultra marathon + marathon distance

Dates to be announced shortly

A 65 mile footrace from Flagstaff along trails to the edge of the Grand Canyon. This event is still in the planning stages and more details will be released shortly. Register your interest online to ensure you are one of the first to receive the final details

Register here.