Lewa Safari Marathon
Lewa, Kenya
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, Kids Run
- Trail (Unpaved)
- Official race website
GET READY TO RUN WILD, FOR THE WILD. Running a marathon on an African wildlife conservancy presents some unique challenges. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in northern Kenya is home to the annual Lewa Safari Marathon, organised by Tusk in partnership with Lewa. Each year participants share the reserve with iconic … MORE
Local Historical Weather (Jun 27):
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| H (°C) | 27 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
| L (°C) | 14 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
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A race to run before you die!
Running through one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife conservancies was a joy. Everything about the race was difficult and spectacular. I raised money for TUSK to be able to run … MORE
Running through one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife conservancies was a joy. Everything about the race was difficult and spectacular. I raised money for TUSK to be able to run in the race. The course was two 1/2 marathons– so a double loop. I ran slow due to the heat, I got lapped by an African man. Humbling…
It was incredible as they literals had to use helicopters to keep the dangerous animals away to keep runners safe and there was park rangers out on the race course with guns to protect the runners.
The race packet contained hand-made things, that years later I am still using. The accommodations available where over the top (and expensive). What a joy!