Serengeti Safari Marathon

EVENT DAY

14TH NOVEMBER

2026

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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Serengeti Safari Marathon – Cancellation of 2025 Event and New Date

The Serengeti Safari Marathon Committee informs the public that the 2025 marathon, scheduled for Saturday 15 November and later rescheduled to Saturday 29 November 2025, was cancelled due to the government banning all gatherings. These decisions were made by the relevant government authorities in the interest of public safety.

Despite extensive preparations and successful pre-event activities, a final directive issued by the Bunda District Commissioner’s Office on Wednesday 26 November 2025 required the event not to proceed. As a registered sporting organisation, we fully complied with national laws and directives, and this decision was final.

We sincerely apologize to all runners, partners, sponsors, and supporters affected by these cancellations. The cancellations were solely for safety reasons and not due to the organizers or partners.

New Official Date:
The Serengeti Safari Marathon will now take place on Saturday, 14 November 2026.

All registered 2025 participants will be given options to:

Transfer registration to the 9th Edition of the Serengeti Safari Marathon – Saturday 14 November 2026, or
Transfer their entry to another runner, or
Use your SSM 2025 registration to the Arusha Cape to Cairo Marathon – Sunday 31 May 2026.

Further details will be communicated through official channels. We thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued trust. We look forward to welcoming you to the Serengeti in 2026.

Why Run the Serengeti Safari Marathon?

A Truly Unique Experience: No other marathon on earth offers such a perfect blend of sport, adventure, and conservation. The Serengeti, with its vast, open plains and diverse wildlife, is the ultimate race backdrop.
Support Conservation Efforts: Every step you take supports real conservation work that helps protect the Serengeti’s wildlife, preserve its habitats, and empower local communities.
A Global Community: Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, an amateur runner, or a nature lover, this is an opportunity to join a global community united by a shared passion for sport and environmental stewardship.
Create Lasting Memories: Imagine crossing the finish line while surrounded by the Serengeti’s majestic wildlife — it’s an experience that will stay with you forever.
Leave a Legacy: This marathon is not just about one day’s race — it’s about creating a lasting impact for future generations of runners, tourists, and wildlife. By taking part, you help ensure that the Serengeti remains one of the world’s most cherished ecosystems for years to come.

How to Participate?

1. Register

Choose registration platform either Mobile payment or online registration by credit/debit cards and fill the required information.

2. Payment.

Complete your online payment by Visa/Mastercard and you will receive a confirmation notification. After mobile payment send information (full name, t-shirt size, race category ) to +255 756 720 720 for verification.

3. Race Kit Collection

Race Kit collection dates will be communicated on our marathon website and official social media channels.

Payment Method

OnLine Payment

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PAYMENT

MOBILE PAYMENT

M-PESA PAYMENT

Our Mission:
Active Responsible Sports Tourism, Sustainable Conservation, and Community Development.

At its core, the Serengeti Safari Marathon is about making a difference. We are not just organizing a race—we are building a platform to support conservation and community development efforts in one of the world’s most ecologically significant regions. A portion of the proceeds from the marathon goes directly to local conservation initiatives, supporting wildlife protection programs, anti-poaching efforts, and sustainable tourism projects in the Serengeti.

By participating in the marathon, runners become champions of conservation. Every kilometer covered helps raise funds to ensure that the Serengeti’s unique biodiversity—from the “Big Five” to the lesser-known species—continues to thrive. It’s a race where athletes aren’t just competing for medals but for the future of the land we run across.

ONE PEOPLE, ONE DESTINY

TOURISM CONNECTS

“This is a new tourism product in Serengeti make it known worldwide”
Hon Dr. Jakaya M. Kikwete
4th President of United Republic of Tanzania