Marrakech Half-Marathon
& Marathon
If you run why not take part in the race in Marrakech, join our annual 3-day event?
Depart: Friday, 23 January 2026
Return: Monday, 26 January 2026
Race day is Sunday, 25 January 2026
We are pleased to announce that we will be running (pardon the pun) once again our event in 2026. So why not join us with other runners, running clubs and charities. Looking forward to seeing you there
Come and enjoy running in an exotic location and take in some of the sights and sounds of Morocco over a 3-day weekend trip, which can be extended if you’d like to stay for longer. Or we would happy to discuss with you your own tailor-made package
The climate in January is very mild (compared to the UK). The course is flat and is considered to be one of the fastest in the world
Although it's an international race, it is still a small race with only around 6,000 runners (2,000 for the Marathon and about 4,000 for the Half Marathon) Both the Marathon and Half Marathon take place on the same day and the start of each race in the morning and is usually within an hour of each other. The marathon goes around the ramparts of the city and along the alleys of palm trees, orange, and olive-trees.
The half marathon circles around the ramparts of the town
We have been organising this weekend event for a number of years and have great experience looking after our runners. You organise your own flight and we do the rest
It helps that Rachid is an experienced and dedicated runner. For inspiration to get your running shoes on please have a look below of our event in past years
3-day package
You will be staying in a hotel located in the Hivernage district of Marrakech. All the designated hotels will be no more than 1 to 1.25 miles to the start/finish of both the Marathon and Half-Marathon
The Hivernage district is walking distance (about 20 minutes from the main square) Jemma Ef Fna, in the old medina, where you will find souks (markets), restaurants etc. Menara Mall, which offers restaurants and a Carrefour supermarket is also nearby
We have our standard packages and an upgraded 5* package as outlined below. However, we also offer a wide range of services to meet every type of need, get in touch to discuss your requirements
You can book online for both the standard package and upgrade package. You are also able to book your race bib along with a choice of day trips and things to do. Alternatively, you can contact us via the contact form or email if you have any questions or would like to discuss a more dedicated trip for you and your group
Event details
What's included
- 2 Options available for Accommodation for 3 nights on B&B basis
- Standard package, equivalent 3*/4* hotel
- Upgraded package to 5* hotel
- Can add supplement for own room to both packages
- Airport transfers in Marrakech to and from airport to hotel
- If running, can add race fee for Half Marathon or Marathon. Add to your package at time of booking
- Delivery of your race number to your hotel
- Our assistance during your stay
- Optional extras - day tours and other selected activities during on Saturday can be added to your package
What's not included
Prices shown exclude
- Flights to Marrakech
- Travel insurance
- Visa or entry documents
- Additional nights before or after the 3-day event
- Optional extras - day tours or selected activities unless added to your package
Cost
Option 1 - Standard Package Equivalent 3*/4* hotel
- £150 per person (based on 2 people sharing a twin room (one person can also be a non-runner)
- £65 per person single room supplement
Option 2 - Upgraded Package Equivalent 5* hotel
- £250 per person (based on 2 people sharing a twin room (one person can also be a non-runner)
- £120 per person single room supplement
Race fee to abe added (no admin fees payable)
- £45 for Half Marathon
- £65 for Marathon
- Please add race fee to your package if running
Options extras to add to your package
Why not organise a day trip during your stay or some other activity?
You can even stay an extra few days too. Want to change the accommodation and have a tailor-made package? You can do that too, please contact us by completing our Contact us form or send an email and we can discuss what you need
Below are just few ideas that you could consider
Please book your additional tours or activities at the same time as booking your race package
Group tour on Saturday
£25 per person
Choose a day out to either to Essaouira or Cascade D’Ouzoud (waterfall)
- Price for transport and return back to Marrakech
- Pick up at your hotel, or meet at Jemma El Fna
- On your return to Marrakech, you’ll be dropped off either: near your hotel if hotel is en route back to Jemma El Fna; or at Jemma El Fna square itself
You will be joining others for this day trip.
Alternatively, We can arrange an exclusive private trip for you (minimum 2 people). Please go to Tours for more information
Cookery class
from £50 per person
Learn to cook a Tagine and then enjoy your own cooking. A minimum of 4 people required
- This is a half-day starting in the morning and then at lunchtime enjoy you own cooking before returning back to your hotel
- Private transport from your hotel to the cooking school
- Not only will you learn how to cook a Tagine, you will also be helping this charity school that is dedicated to the empowerment of disadvantaged women
Full information on this cookery class is available on our Things to do page/cookery class
Quad biking
from £35 per person
Choose from enjoying
- Quad Biking in the Palmeraie (outskirts of Marrakech) - you will be joining others in a group for this activity
- Optional extra Camel Riding can also be added at an additional cost (£10 per person extra) and again you will be joining others in a group
Information is available on our Things to do/Quad biking for private tours
Paragliding - option for camel ride: from £99 per person
Private transport for paragliding in Agafay
- Travel to Agafay in private transport
- Paragliding for around 25 mins, subject to weather conditions, in a 2-seater paraglide
- Optional extra Add camel ride after paragliding, cost for both is £119 per person
- Total time around 4 o 5 hours
Information is available on our Things to do/Paragliding
Select the options to put together your package
Accommodation
By purchasing any of these packages, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions
Select from Option 1 - Standard package
Select from Option 2 -
Upgraded 5* package
Race Fee, if running
Excursions and Things to do
By purchasing any of these packages, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions
Race course for Half-marathon and Marathon
Half-Marathon course
Marathon course
Gallery
Here is a montage of past Marrakech Marathon event weekend
