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‘KazGeo Tengri Ultra Trail’ International Trail Running

The ‘KazGeo Tengri Ultra Trail’ is a prestigious international mountain marathon and ultra-trail running event organized with the support of the Kazakhstan National Geographic Society against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes in Zhetysu national parks.

Participants before the start of the race
Runners at a checkpoint mid-course

An Endurance Test

Hundreds of elite athletes and running enthusiasts from dozens of countries worldwide participate annually to conquer demanding distances along steep mountain trails, canyons, mountain passes, and steppe hills. The competition harmoniously combines uncompromising athletic drive with the aesthetics of pristine wilderness.

A press conference with the race organizers

Ecological Sports

Trail running strictly promotes the philosophy of environmental stewardship under the ‘leave no trace’ principle, uniting an international community of athletes who value health, eco-friendliness, and respect for the mountains.