What medal will I receive?

You receive the medal for the distance you register for. If you register for 42km and run 50km, you will still receive a 42km medal. Register for the distance you intend to complete.

What is the cut-off time?

5:00 PM is the cut-off for all distances. Choose the distance you are confident you can finish before 5pm.

What are the start times?

Briefing is at 4:45 AM. The 42km, 50km, and 72km distances start at 5:00 AM. The 21km starts at 6:00 AM.

Is there a camping option?

Yes. Runners who wish to spend the night in Naivasha after the race can opt for camping. Details will be shared once camping arrangements are finalised; check with the organiser closer to race day.

Ultra Marathon

Elmada Kikuyu-Naivasha Ultramarathon 2026

Saturday, 16 May 2026 · 5:00 AM

Shell Petrol Station, Gitaru (Near Sigona Golf)

5:00 AM

21km, 42km, 50km, 72km

KES 1,500

Elmada

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3 weeks, 5 days

Taper and race prep phase.

💡 Reduce volume but keep a little intensity to stay sharp. Sort your logistics now: route, travel, nutrition plan, and kit.

Event Highlights

Road ultra through the stunning Rift Valley escarpment down to the shores of Lake Naivasha

Four distances from 21km to 72km catering for all levels

T-shirt, medal, and route support included in the KES 1,500 entry

Briefing at 4:45 AM for an early 5:00 AM start (21km starts at 6:00 AM)

5pm cut-off; choose your distance based on what you can finish in time

Optional camping in Naivasha for runners spending the night

Race Options & Fees

21km

42km

50km

72km

Category	Fee	Status
21km Entry Half marathon distance. Race starts at 6:00 AM.	KES 1,500	Available
42km Entry Full marathon distance. Race starts at 5:00 AM.	KES 1,500	Available
50km Entry 50km ultra distance. Race starts at 5:00 AM.	KES 1,500	Available
72km Entry 72km ultra distance. Race starts at 5:00 AM.	KES 1,500	Available

What's Included

Finisher medal (for the distance you register)

Official race t-shirt

Route support

Course Details

The course runs point-to-point from Gitaru near Kikuyu town down through the Rift Valley escarpment to Lake Naivasha - a predominantly downhill road route with dramatic scenery throughout. A 5pm cut-off applies, so choose your distance realistically. Note: you will receive the medal for the distance you register for, not the furthest distance you complete on the day.

Getting There

The race starts at Shell Petrol Station, Gitaru, near Sigona Golf Club, approximately 20km west of Nairobi CBD along Waiyaki Way. The finish is at Lake Naivasha, roughly 90km from Nairobi. Arrange return transport from Naivasha in advance; most runners sort a lift or use matatus back to Nairobi after the race.

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