The Malnad Ultra
November 22, 2025, Chikkamagaluru District, India
Take back lifelong memories from our scenic trail run through the home of Indian coffee in the Western Ghats of South India. Registrations close on October 20th.
9th Malnad Ultra
Saturday, November 22, 2025
A challenging trail run over 30, 50 and 100 Kms in the Malnad Region of South India
30KM
6.5 hours, +/- 951 m
Start 7:30 AM
50KM(Day)
10 hours, +/- 1705 m
Start 7:00 AM
50KM(Night)
11 hours, +/- 1705 m
Start 4:30 PM
100KM
21 hours, +/- 3410 m
2 loops x 50 Km
Start 6:30 AM
Something For Everyone!
Our categories are designed keeping runners of different abilities and interests in mind. Whether you want to experience your first trail run or test the limits of your endurance, we have a category to challenge you. Choose your category after reviewing its distance, net ascent/descent and whether you prefer to run in the day or night!
Our course offers breathtaking views across rolling hills amidst lush greenery and rugged terrain with indigenous flora and fauna for day runners while night runners can experience the thrill of running in total darkness with only the night sounds, pitter-patter of your feet and your heartbeat to keep you company.
Planning
Qualification
We require all participants to provide evidence that they are adequately trained to handle the rigours our course by meeting our qualification requirements.
Travel
Our Start/Finish area is near Mallanduru, a small town about 20 kms from Chikkamagaluru. Be sure to plan local transfers and last-mile connectivity
Accommodation
There are plenty of options for all budgets within 10-30 minutes of our Start Area. Plan early to reserve the more convenient options
South India Trail Grail
We are excited to join a brand new trail series circuit called the South India Trail Grail!
Six marquee trail events across South India have come together to offer an exciting trail running experience for runners across the Western and Eastern Ghats of India. Complete four 50 KM+ distances out of these six events through 2025-2027 and earn a special badge of recognition.
Partners & Affiliations
