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Kilimanjaro Marathon

Name: Kilimanjaro Marathon
Start: 2026-02-22
End: 2026-02-22
Location: Kilimanjaro

location_city Kilimanjaro

flag Tanzania

calendar_today 22 Feb, 2026

directions_run Running

language Official Website

About the Event

Run in the shadow of Africa's rooftop at the Kilimanjaro Marathon, a premier international event set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. This celebrated race offers a challenging and scenic course that winds through the vibrant, green foothills of the majestic mountain. As an official qualifier for the Comrades Marathon, it attracts a global community of dedicated runners seeking both a personal best and an unforgettable adventure. The Kilimanjaro Marathon masterfully blends world-class competition with the warm spirit of Tanzania, creating a powerful and inspiring running experience.

Races Offered

Kilimanjaro Marathon

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

terrain

Type — Road running

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06:30

Tigo Half Marathon

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

terrain

Type — Road running

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07:00

Grand Malt 5km Fun Run

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Road running

timer

07:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Kilimanjaro.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat -0.1° / 4.7°

wb_sunny -3.5° / 1.5°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 7.0 /

water_drop 88.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat -0.1° / 4.7°

wb_sunny -3.5° / 1.5°

air 7.0 km/h

water_drop 88.2%

About Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is a large dormant volcano in Tanzania. It is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain above sea level in the world, at 5,895 m (19,341 ft) above sea level and 4,900 m (16,100 ft) above its plateau base. It is also the highest volcano in the Eastern Hemisphere and the fourth most prominent peak on Earth.