A breathtaking race through volcanoes, twin lakes, jungle valleys, coffee fields, and vibrant Rwandan landscapes.
The race takes place near the Volcanoes National Park (where the famous mountain gorillas are based) and the twin lakes: Lake Ruhondo and Lake Burera. This course will take you on a sensory journey, over gentle hills and valleys, through traditional coffee and banana fields with lush, jungle like vegetation and over a stunning lake peninsula.
If you are looking to combine a race with a holiday, you have plenty of options. Competitors can choose from an Ultra X / Tugende Kigali memorial tour & safari excursion add on (in Akagera National Park) at registration, visiting the gorillas or meandering through the streets and markets of Kigali.
If you are a Rwandan local, East African or expat living in Rwanda and you wish to take part in the event, please email info@tugende.rw.
The Africa Slam is awarded to those who complete all Ultra X events on the African continent.
Until the end of 2025: The Slam will be achieved by completing Ultra X Morocco, Ultra X Tanzania, and Ultra X Rwanda.
From 2026 onwards: With the addition of Ultra X South Africa and Ultra X Sahara, athletes must complete all five African events — Morocco, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Africa, and Sahara – to earn the award.
Awards will be presented at the finish line of the participant’s final African event. There is no time limit on completing the Africa Slam.
We understand that competitors may wish to travel to the Rwanda with family or friends. Should they wish to enjoy the country while you race, we highly recommend visiting the following attractions. Alternatively, you can visit them together after the event.
If one of your party would like to volunteer at the race while you take part, they can complete the Volunteer Application Form and we will do our best to accommodate them.
| Included | Yes | No |
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| Race entry | ||
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Fully marked course |
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| Ground and medical support throughout the event | ||
| Drinking water at checkpoints on course | ||
| Opportunity to purchase professional event photography | ||
| UTMB World Series Indexed race (50K or 100k category) | ||
| Finisher’s medal | ||
| Race accommodation Friday, Saturday, Sunday | ||
| Transfers to and from the race accommodation on Friday and Monday | ||
| Race after party on Lake Ruhondo and buffet meal | ||
| Accommodation in Kigali before or after the race weekend (provided Friday, Saturday & Sunday) | ||
| Kigali memorial tour & safari excursion. This can be purchased as an add on | ||
| Flights | ||
| Personal food, kit and equipment | ||
| Comprehensive insurance (to cover cancellations, loss of items, injury etc) | ||
| Training costs | ||
| Spending money | ||
| Transport home for runners who are disqualified or withdraw early |