Can children take part?

Yes. The 5.6km Adventure is open to ages 8 and above, though anyone under 11 must run with an accompanying adult. There are separate Kids and Junior categories with their own medal recognition.

Is there a non-running option?

Yes, there's a walking version of the 5.6km route for those who want to experience the trails without racing. Signing up for this before the early deadline also includes a t-shirt and a spot at the starting line.

How difficult is the 21km route?

It's the most demanding of the three, with around 430m of total elevation gain, heat, and distance all factors. Organisers recommend entrants be regularly running at least twice a week before attempting it, and it's restricted to ages 18 and above.

Is registration possible on race day?

No, there is no registration on the day. Entries must be completed and paid for in advance via the Google Form, with the M-Pesa payment reference included.

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Vipingo Ridge Trail Run 2026

Saturday, 15 August 2026 · 6:30 AM (Breakfast) | 6:45 AM (Sign on) | 7:15 AM (Briefing) | 7:30 AM (Start) | 11:30 AM (Lunch & Prize Giving)

Part of Vipingo Ridge's popular sports series. Experience a breathtaking journey through some of Kenya's most stunning landscapes and wildlife-rich terrain, with encounters possible with zebra, oryx, eland, wildebeest, giraffe, and impala. Three trail distances tailored to different skill levels and age groups, based at the Vipingo Ridge Pool Gardens with pool access and a prizegiving event for all.

Vipingo Ridge Pool Gardens, Mombasa-Malindi Highway, Kilifi

6:30 AM (Breakfast)→6:45 AM (Sign on)→7:15 AM (Briefing)→7:30 AM (Start)→11:30 AM (Lunch & Prize Giving)

5.6km, 9.6km, 21.3km

Race Entry KES 2,500 (until 10th Aug), KES 5,000 (after 10th Aug)→T-shirt only KES 1,500 (until 10th Aug)

Vipingo Ridge

+254 115 704 162 (Activities Office)→info@vipingoridge.com

www.vipingoridge.com/events/trail-run-august

@vipingo.ridge

Event Highlights

Wildlife-rich terrain with possible sightings of zebra, oryx, eland, wildebeest, giraffe, and impala along the course

Three distances for all ages and abilities: 5.6km (age 8+), 9.6km (age 13+), and 21.3km (age 18+)

Entry includes free use of the Pool Gardens swimming pool and access to breakfast/lunch at the on-site restaurant

Digital timing via Webscorer, GPX route files, and free professional race photos provided after the event

Part of a broader Vipingo Ridge sports series, followed by a Duathlon in October 2026 and a beach Triathlon in December 2026

What's Included

Finisher medal (special medals for top 3 male/female in Elite and Veteran categories; top 3 in Junior/Kids category)

Official certificate for all entrants

Water refreshments at checkpoints and finish line

Medical assistance and on-site clinic access

Race plate number and digital timing (Webscorer)

Free professional race photos

GPX files of all routes

Secure parking at the Clubhouse

Breakfast and lunch access at the Pool Gardens restaurant

Free use of the Pool Gardens swimming pool

Course Details

Start and finish at the Vipingo Ridge Pool Gardens. The 5.6km Adventure route climbs roughly 125-150m over rolling hills and is suited to families and newcomers (a walking option is also available). The 9.6km Rollercoaster route passes the dam with a climb of roughly 210-250m over undulating terrain. The 21.3km Ultimate Adventure has the steepest profile at 430m of total climb, running through a rollercoaster section before tranquil mango and eucalyptus forests; organisers recommend entrants be running at least twice a week beforehand given the elevation, heat, and distance. Course is marked with chalk, with checkpoint markings collected from runners at the finish for timing purposes. The event aims to be plastic-free, so runners are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles.

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Getting There

Vipingo Ridge sits on the Mombasa-Malindi Highway in Kilifi County. From Mombasa, it's about 1 hour 15 minutes (37.2km) via the B8 and Vipingo Drive. From Nairobi, it's a long drive of around 9 hours 21 minutes (522km), mostly via Mombasa Road/the A104 and then the C107 and B8; flying into Mombasa and driving the shorter leg is the more common option for Nairobi-based participants.

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