Ultra X 50 Morocco

Ultra X 50 Morocco

Ultra X 50 Morocco

Distance/Time

50KM/1DAY

Elevation

410M

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Difficulty

2/6

Technicality

1/5

Temperature

8-25°C

Airport

RAK

Date

5 Nov 2023

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Ultra X 50 Morocco is a single-stage ultra marathon that takes place in and around the city of Ouarzazate (Pronounced – Wuh-zuh-zet). 

Nicknamed the door of the desert, Ouarzazate is positioned in south-central Morocco, south of the High Atlas Mountains. This course will take you on a sensory journey, past Kasbahs, through traditional fortified villages, lush oasises and over rocky desert whilst being supported by the wonderful local population.

Taking part in early November, the climate conditions for the race should be temperate, with lows of  8°C in the evening and highs around 25°C during the day.

Ultra X 50 Morocco takes place on the second day (Sunday) of Ultra X 110 Morocco.

If you’re looking for a 50k ultramarathon training plan, you can download one here

The Race

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What happens when you register

Once you have registered for a race;

You will be sent an email inviting you to a call with a member of our team. This is by no means mandatory but it will allow you to ask us any questions you may have regarding the event, training, food, equipment and anything else at all.

You will be asked if you would like to be added to the competitor Facebook and Whatsapp groups. Of course you do not have to but they are a great way to get to know your fellow competitors before you reach the start line.

You will be invited to a number of short video calls where we’ll go through kit/equipment, food and pre-event preparation. You’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions you like.

Cut offs

We have very relaxed cut offs. To us, it’s not about what time you get, it’s the adventure you have along the way. On average you will have between 2hrs 30 mins to complete each 10km (in-between checkpoints). Exact race cut-offs can be found in the race information pack.

If you don’t finish

In the scenario that you cannot finish a stage at one of our events, you will be offered entry into the following edition of the race at half price. You will not receive a finishers medal or official result.

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What’s Included

Included?YesNo
Race entry Tick
Awards CeremonyTick
Fully marked courseTick
Medical staff on course and at the campsiteTick
Therapists (osteopaths, physios, sports masseuses) on course and at the campsiteTick
Drinking water at checkpoints on course and hot water for preparing food at the campsiteTick
Ground assistance and full safety supportTick
Digital copies of all images from event photographerTick
UTMB® World Series Qualifier race (50K category)Tick
Awards Ceremony with buffet meal (drinks not included)Tick
Finisher’s medalTick
Accommodation before or after the race (this can be purchased as an extra during registration) Cross
Flights Cross
Personal food, kit and equipmentCross
Comprehensive insurance (to cover cancellations, loss of items, injury etc)Cross
Training costsCross
Spending moneyCross
Any bus transfers Cross
Transport home for runners who are disqualified or withdraw earlyCross

Register from

£105 TO £135

Experience Morocco

We understand that competitors may wish to travel to the Morocco with family or friends. Should they wish to enjoy the country while you race, we highly recommend visiting the following sights. 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.

the atlas mountains

Experience the mountain range in the Maghreb in North Africa, separating the Sahara Desert from the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Climb Mount Toubkal the highest peak in Morocco (4,167m) on a two day trip. 

The Sahara Desert

Experience the world’s largest hot desert. Covering 9,200,000 kilometers, comparable to the area of China or the US!

MARRAKESH

 Where Europe, Africa and the Middle East comes to mingle. Enjoy ambling around the medinas and souks of this ancient city.  

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