RACE DATE: Feb 24, 2024
RACE TIME: Marathon and Half-Marathon will start in waves with the first wave departing Palenque at 7:00AM. The number of waves depends on the number of registered runners.
COURSE: Starting in Palenque, both Marathon and Half-Marathon runners will pass by remnants of the ancient Maya city through lush jungle trails for the first 3km at which time the path turns downhill and changes to asphalt and gravel road until you reach the foothills of the mountains. Here it begins to ascend and soon after the Half-Marathoners turn off to complete a relatively flat loop through ranches and the village of Cardenas and the finish line. The Marathon route continues to ascend from the junction point and ventures onto narrow trails, challenging hills and refreshing river crossings before heading downhill to run the Half-Marathon loop before crossing the finish line.
TEMPERATURE: February is one of the driest months in Mexico, with hot weather and pleasant water temperatures. You can expect an average daily high of around 80°F. It is one of the most popular months to visit as it is not too hot and there is very little chance of rain. Shorts and T-shirt/singlet are preferred by many, but you may opt for long tights and sleeves to avoid ticks when running through the jungle.
ENTRY FEE: Our guaranteed race entry with our four or eight-night package is $265 for the marathon or half-marathon. It includes transportation to the start, a race T-shirt, finishers medal and lunch after the race at La Chiapaneca Restaurant. Your entry is guaranteed after receipt of a completed tour application form and deposit.
TIME LIMIT: The Marathon and Half-Marathon course time limit is seven (7) hours NET.
DIFFICULTY: Challenging hilly course on trails and gravel roads. Half-Marathon is somewhat flatter.
