White Sand Ultra 2026

Desert Trail & Endurance Running Event! 

White Sand Ultra 2026 is a challenging desert ultramarathon staged in the Rann of Kutch (Dholavira region), Gujarat, India, organised by The Hell Race — a respected endurance racing brand known for staging unconventional and extreme distance events across India. The race combines vast salt flats, intense heat and cold conditions, and ultra-long distances in one of the most remote and evocative landscapes in the country.

Event Details

• Event: White Sand Ultra 2026
• Dates: 21–22 March 2026
• Location: Dholavira, Rann of Kutch, Gujarat, India
• Organiser: The Hell Race — major endurance race organisers in India.

**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate, timely event information, all details, including date, venue, category, and race logistics, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.

Race Categories & Distances

The White Sand Ultra offers multiple ultra distances crossing the stark white salt flats and desert terrain of the Rann:

50 km Ultra

• Cut-off time: 8 hours
• Intermediate cut-offs: 28 km in 4 h 30 min
• A powerful long-distance challenge for experienced ultra runners.

100 km Ultra

• Cut-off time: 16 hours
• Intermediate cut-offs: 28 km in 4 h 30 min, 50 km in 8 h
• Alternating heat, night cold and constant horizon make this a severe endurance test.

100 Miles (160 km) Ultra

• Cut-off time: 28 hours
• Intermediate cut-offs: 28 km, 50 km, 100 km checkpoints
• One of India’s iconic ultra distances, testing direction, pacing and grit.

135 Miles (217 km) Ultra

• Cut-off time: 38 hours
• Intermediate cut-offs: 28 km, 50 km, 100 km, 100 miles checkpoints
• Legendary ultramarathon distance — one of the few 135 mile races in India and a true test of human endurance.

 Course & Terrain

• Terrain: Expansive salt flats and desert floor of the Rann, with mostly flat running surfaces that are deceptively tough due to surface softness and thermal extremes.
• The course often includes out-and-back or loop sections over salt plains and flat surfaces, with consistent exposure and changing temperature from day to night.
• Aid Stations: Located approx. every 7 km, providing water, electrolytes and quick nutrition support.
• Drop Bag Points: Accessible at major milestones (50 km, 100 km, 160 km) to resupply and rotate gear for night segments.

Race Support & Logistics

• The race starts from Dholavira’s sunset point — a remote desert town with UNESCO heritage and salt flat landscape.
• Aid stations offer hydration, electrolytes, quick snacks and shade; runners must carry gear between stations.
• Drop bags at key lead points help athletes manage nutrition and night gear.
• The Rann environment is known for extreme temperature swings — hot days and cold nights — requiring solid hydration and pacing strategy.

Who Should Participate

• Experienced ultra runners with prior 50 km+ race experience
• Athletes comfortable with extreme environments and self-paced strategy
• Runners seeking a destination desert ultra experience
• Participants building for longer international ultra events

Travel & Accommodation

• Nearest Airport: Bhuj Airport (BHJ) — the common access point to Rann of Kutch region.
• By Road: Dholavira and desert villages accessible by well-connected roads from Bhuj or Ahmedabad.
• Stay: Options range from local guesthouses, homestays, to nearby small resorts. Details are shared in the race brief.