NAMIB RACE (NAMIBIA)
250km / 155 mile, 6 Stages Ultramarathon

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• 15 Sep 2021 People often ask 'Why?'

  Namib Race competitor Eyal Shimoni shares his reasons to the big question of 'Why?'

• 10 Sep 2021 The Namib Race Is On!

  We're excited to be heading back to the stunning desert landscapes of Namibia. Following a hugely successful race in Georgia, RacingThePlanet invites you to join us in the world's oldest desert. 

• 27 Aug 2021 Only 8 Weeks to go...

  With only a couple of months until the Namib Race starts let's think about how we are going to best fuel ourselves for the adventure ahead. Watch this video for the best tips & advice on food & electrolyte planning. 

• 16 Aug 2021 Follow RacingThePlanet Georgia

  RacingThePlanet: Georgia is happening now - it is our first race since COVID started. Follow all the action including Results, Photos, Videos, Blogs, Breaking News and more on our live page.

• 04 Aug 2021 Points of Interest

  90% of Namibia is classed as desert, arid or semi-arid giving rise to the most beautiful and varied desert landscapes you can imagine. Find out more interesting facts on our Quick Facts page of the race. 

• 28 Jul 2021 Immerse yourself in this iconic landscape

  The Namib Race takes place within the oldest desert and the largest dunes in the world. Through the seven days, competitors experience some of the most stunning and iconic desert landscape. Immerse yourself in the ancient landscape through our photo gallery. 

• 21 Jul 2021 Namibia: Cultural & Scenic Diversity

  Home to the oldest desert and the largest dunes in the world Namibia has some of the most stunning and iconic desert landscapes. Learn about the colorful history and diverse cultures of this ancient desert. 

• 14 Jul 2021 You couldn’t ask for a better host town than Swakopmund

  Swakopmund is the host city for the 4 Deserts, Namib Race (Namibia). It’s a great place to spend some time, eating and drinking and eating a bit more. There’s something for everyone - but it’s the German food, beer and vibe that is what it’s all about. 

• 07 Jul 2021 Follow in their footsteps

  Read the experiences of past racers of the Namib Race - what better way to find out what it's really like to race in Namibia than from the people who have done just that themselves! "The coast is completely wild and desolate – amazing to run in – and plenty to look at and keep your mind off the running." - Dan Parr, 2019 competitor. 

• 30 Jun 2021 Who will be on the start line this year?

  With just 4 months to go until the Namib Race, have a look at which competitors will be at the start line for 2021.