About The Last Desert and Antarctica Ultramarathon

Journey to the edge of the world with The Last Desert and the Antarctica Ultramarathon. Competitors traverse up to 250 km / 155 miles across Antarctica’s vast white wilderness, often referred to as the "White Desert". The Last Desert and Antarctica Ultramarathon are held around the Antarctic Peninsula; run where explorers once ventured against a scenic backdrop that includes icebergs, mountains, research bases, seals, birds and penguins.

Itinerary

  • 13 Nov 2026

    Competitor Briefing, Board Ship and Leave Ushuaia

  • 14 Nov 2026

    At Sea

  • 15 Nov 2026

    At Sea

  • 16 Nov 2026 - to - 20 Nov 2026

    Up - To - 6 Stages Completed in Antarctica

  • 21 Nov 2026

    At Sea

  • 22 Nov 2026

    At Sea

  • 23 Nov 2026

    Return to Ushuaia and Disembark Ship

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Headlines

  • 15 Jul 2026 Antarctica is a Desert

    Antarctica is classified as a desert because it receives less precipitation than the Sahara, yet it holds about 70 per cent of the planet's fresh water, locked in an ice sheet averaging over two kilometres thick across the continent. Read more.

  • 27 Jun 2026 RacingThePlanet History Made at the Gobi March 2026

    The 20th edition of the Gobi March concluded on Saturday and what a great week it was.  Relive all the action. watch the final film and find out about the milestone achieved. 

     

  • 20 Jun 2026 20th Edition of the Gobi March is LIVE NOW

    Follow along to see results, photos, videos, blogs and more. Or sign up to receive breaking news to your email. 

  • 15 Jun 2026 Course Locations in Antarctica Brought To Life

    This videos shows 16 of the possible locations where Stages of The Last Desert will take place. Each one has photos and footage to bring them to life. 

  • 03 May 2026 The Last Desert / Antarctica Ultramarathon Early Entry Fee Ends on 13 May

    The early registration fee for The Last Desert and the Antarctica Ultramarathon ends on 13 May. We’re excited to once again welcome an international field of competitors across The Last Desert, the Antarctica Ultramarathon, and the Friends & Family Experience.

  • 21 Apr 2026 Ali Liddle Joins RacingThePlanet in Antarctica

    Ali Liddle will join RacingThePlanet in Antarctica as the Expedition Leader for The Last Desert and Antarctica Ultramarathon. This will be Ali's fifth time working with RacingThePlanet in Antarctica.

  • 07 Apr 2026 Potential Course Locations

    One thing that’s certain in Antarctica is that no two editions are ever the same. This article highlights some of the locations we’ve visited in the past. We are now planning for the next edition, reviewing previous sites and researching new possibilities. It’s going to be exciting.

  • 01 Apr 2026 Check Out the Competitor Field

    With the ship nearing capacity, take a look at the competitor fields for The Last Desert and the Antarctica Ultramarathon. We can’t wait to welcome this diverse group of athletes from around the world to Antarctica.

  • 16 Mar 2026 Get the Gear Ready

    Antarctica may sound like it demands an intimidating amount of gear, but you’ll likely find you already own most of it—and whatever’s missing is simple to borrow or rent. Explore the gear lists for The Last Desert and the Antarctica Ultramarathon to see exactly what’s needed.

  • 27 Feb 2026 A Cultural Guide to Ushuaia

    Before you sail south toward Antarctica, you’ll spend at least one night in Ushuaia—the world’s southernmost city and the jumping‑off point for your expedition.

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