Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race

The Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race is acclaimed as the "World’s Most Scenic & Challenging Endurance Race," captivating runners since 1991. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Indo-Nepal border in the northeast Indian Himalayas, this extraordinary stage event welcomes participants of all abilities, with no age restrictions or stage cutoff times. The experience is not about winning, but about immersing oneself in nature’s grandeur. Runners are treated to panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga—four of the world’s five highest peaks—on trails that traverse tea estates, pine forests, jungles, remote villages, and major rivers. Wildlife encounters, such as yaks, wild ponies, and red pandas, enhance the adventure, along with glimpses into the vibrant highland culture of the Himalayan border region. Over the years, the event has expanded to include the Mt. Everest Challenge Marathon and the Himalayan 100K Stage Race. Celebrated for its pristine environment and unique cultural experiences, the race is the world’s only AAA-rated eco-friendly event of its kind, lauded by publications like Athletics Weekly and Runner’s World. The course’s raw, rugged beauty invites every runner to slow down and savor jaw-dropping vistas of four countries, unspoiled forests, and sparkling, pollution-free skies, making the Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race an unforgettable running adventure.