What is the South America Challenge itinerary?

The series consists of six road-style marathons across six countries from May 2 to May 12, 2026:

• →May 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina (Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur)
• →May 4: Bogotá, Colombia (Parque El Virrey)
• →May 6: Santa Cruz, Bolivia (Parque Urbano)
• →May 8: Asunción, Paraguay (Parque Nu Guasu)
• →May 10: Montevideo, Uruguay (Calcagno Lake Montevideo)
• →May 12: Lima, Peru (El Olivar de San Isidro Park)

What is the race format and terrain?

• →All marathons are road-style events held on closed or park-loop circuits.
• →Courses are located in major city centers within public parks or urban green spaces.
• →The terrain is predominantly flat, utilizing paved paths, promenades, or bike paths.
• →Most courses are designed as multi-lap routes to complete the marathon distance.

What are the registration fees and limits?

• →Fees are kept very low to cover medals, bibs, and basic volunteer expenses.
• →Early-bird registration is capped at 20 runners per marathon on a first-come, first-served basis.
• →Registration closes once the 20-runner limit is reached or 2 days before the race.
• →There are no refunds provided.

What is the event schedule and timing?

• →Bib pickup and mandatory briefings: 5:00 p.m. at the host hotel the evening before each race.
• →Start time: Sunrise (approximately 6:00 a.m. local time), though exact times are subject to weather conditions and will be confirmed during briefings.
• →Time limit: A 9-hour cut-off is enforced ("No Runner Left Behind"), allowing for a pace of approximately 6:30–7:00/km.

What is included in the registration?

• →Official finisher medal.
• →Official results list.
• →Possible finisher certificate.

What equipment is required for timing?

• →Participants must use manual timekeeping in addition to a mandatory GPS watch or GPS device.
• →The GPS device must have a minimum battery life of 9 hours to verify the distance completed.

What are the nutrition and support requirements?

• →This is a self-supporting format.
• →There are no official aid stations provided; runners are responsible for carrying their own hydration and nutrition for the duration of the marathon.

What are the liability and visa responsibilities?

• →Participants are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas, permits, and medical insurance.
• →The organizers do not provide medical or insurance coverage.
• →As these are self-organized events, they may run without full public-road permits and could be subject to cancellation by local authorities.