How to Apply

“Nothing in the world is worth doing unless it means effort, pain, and difficulty.” - Theodore Roosevelt

How to apply

Securing a place on the World’s Highest Marathon is competitive. With only 20 public places available, it will sell out fast.

Our application process is straightforward. We begin by asking for some basic information about you, your experience, and your motivation for taking part. From there, we will review applications, shortlist applicants and, if selected, arrange a short call to talk things through, and make sure this challenge is right for you. Places are allocated based on two key principles:

1) Priority of application (we review applications in the order they are received)
2) Your suitability for the expedition

Suitability is not based on running speed or race times. Our goal is to create a balanced and supportive group that includes both highly experienced runners and complete novices (for some, this may be their first marathon), with a mix of ages, backgrounds, and genders. This is about resilience, teamwork, and shared experience - not performance alone.

So whatever your level of experience, we encourage you to apply.

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Cost: £8,500

Deposit: £1,000 to secure your space (once offered)

  
    Inclusions
    Hotel accommodation (single occupancy)
  
    Refuges and tents
  
    (Almost) all meals
  
    Internal return flight (La Paz - Uyuni)
  
    Guiding and support
  
    Preparation support (info, training, nutrition)
  
    Jacket, T-shirts, Long-sleeve T-shirt, kit bag and buff
  
    Internet communications in camp
  
    4X4 vehicles and fuel
  
    Exclusions
    Travel to and from La Paz
  
    Travel insurance
  
    Visa or vaccinations (if required)
  
    Airport transfers to/from La Paz
  
    Any costs associated with an early finish

The process and timelines:

Applications open in May 2026
We will start reviewing applications as they come in and begin calls with shortlisted prospective team members (in the order they are received)
If you are offered a place, we will explain the process and how to secure your place with a deposit (places will be held for 2 weeks)
We will maintain a waiting list for those who aren't immediately offered a place

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