Rainforest Ultra

21/07/2026

Rainforest Ultra 2026 cancelled

It is with great disappointment that I have to announce that the Rainforest Ultra 2026 has been cancelled.

Despite many months of preparation, we simply did not manage to attract enough participants to make the event financially and logistically viable. This was a very difficult decision. Many people in the communities of the RESEX Tapajós-Arapiuns, ICMBio and other local partners have invested time, enthusiasm and trust in this project. I would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported the idea of creating one of the world’s most unique trail running experiences.

The Rainforest Ultra was never just about organising a race.

The main objective has always been to create a permanently marked long-distance trail network through the RESEX Tapajós-Arapiuns and the FLONA that brings sustainable tourism and new economic opportunities to the local communities while protecting one of the most beautiful rainforest regions on Earth.

That vision has not changed and work on the trail project will continue. I will provide updates here as the project develops.

04/06/2026

🚀 The Rainforest Ultra is gaining momentum!

Over the last few weeks, I have had meetings with several departments of the local government in Santarém, representatives of the Santarém Fire Department (Bombeiros), and continue to work closely with the fantastic team at ICMBio. We are now moving deeper into the planning process and dealing with many of the logistical details that will make this adventure possible.

Next week, we will meet with representatives of all the communities and indigenous villages along the route. Every week, the excitement grows a little more, and the project is becoming increasingly real.

For 2026, most – if not all – participants are likely to come from Brazil, and that is absolutely fantastic. One of the goals of the Rainforest Ultra is to create opportunities for athletes from the RESEX Tapajós-Arapiuns, the FLONA Tapajós, and the wider region to participate in a world-class adventure close to home.

At the same time, I would love to see a few adventurous international runners join us for this first edition. Not only would it create a wonderful mix of people and cultures, but it would also help us understand how the trail and the overall experience are perceived by athletes who have never visited the Amazon before.

To encourage international participation, we have reduced our entry fees for the inaugural edition:

🌴 100 km Rainforest Ultra – EUR 1,950
🌴 200 km Rainforest Ultra – EUR 2,450

(Valid for registrations completed by June 30.)

Athletes entering the 100 km race also have the option of staying on as guests until the conclusion of the 200 km event, allowing them to experience more of the Amazon and the unique atmosphere of the race.

We can also offer a companion program for friends and family members who would like to join the adventure. The cost is the same as the athlete entry fee and includes the full experience of travelling through this extraordinary part of the Amazon.

The Rainforest Ultra is about much more than a race. Together with local communities and ICMBio, we are creating approximately 200 km of permanently marked trails that we hope will become a long-term attraction for hikers, nature lovers, and adventure travellers from around the world.

If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we'd love to hear from you.

🌿 September 1–6, 2026
🌿 RESEX Tapajós-Arapiuns, Brazilian Amazon
🌿 www.rainforest-ultra.com

Questions? Just send us a message!

18/05/2026

Para os nossos seguidores que falam português:

Se quiserem partilhar informações sobre a Rainforest Ultra com amigos e outros aventureiros, veja imagens abaixo! 🌿🏃‍♂️🔥

06/05/2026

The Google Map of the Rainforest Ultra 2026 has just been updated. It now includes the first three days and also a bit of a change for the last three days.

The map will give you an idea of how much running will be in the jungle, more open areas and along beaches. It will be amazing!

Rainforest Ultra RESEX Tapajós-Arapiuns

14/04/2026

From today, any athletes wanting to sign up, don't have to print files and then worry about sending these by email or postal service. Entry is now fully online. The link below takes you right to the forms.

The only exception are participants living in the municipalities of Santarém and Aveiro. We will have a separate link for you soon.

Entry fees will go up after the end of April!

Please click the link to complete this form.

18/03/2026

After the Yukon Arctic Ultra it was immediately time to travel to Sweden for the 5th edition of the Bright Equipment Lapland Arctic Ultra. We had a record race roster and an absolutely great adventure! Below some impressions from our race photographer Jonas Palsson.

Now it's time to focus on the Rainforest Ultra and the Bhutan Ultra. The goal is to find enough athletes to kick off both races later this year. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to reach out! WE NEED YOU!