Deccan Ultra 2027

"# Deccan Ultra 2027

Overview

India, a land of diverse terrain, ranging from the rocky faces of the Himalayas to the forested slopes of the Sahyadris and the Western Ghats, offers grueling and challenging race routes. With the Deccan Ultra, we introduce trails nestled deep within the Sahyadri Range, offering mesmerizing views of the Deccan Plateau. The Deccan Ultra route includes the highest peak of Maharashtra, Kalsubai at an altitude of 1646m and also the toughest triple-trouble forts in Sahyadri; Alanggad, Madangad and Kulanggad, commonly called the AMK. The route is a mix of easy-ascent slopes as well as treacherous rocky outcrops overlooking the valley below. To climb the near-vertical slopes there are iron ladders along the course. The 161km, 115km and 80km category circulates around the vast Bhandardara dam, iconic majestic Windmill mountain top and involves climbing 5 forts and the Kalsubai peak.

Race Categories

• 161 KM: Elevation Gain: 5735m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 33 hrs, ITRA Points: 6
• 115 KM: Elevation Gain: 4383m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 25 hrs, ITRA Points: 5
• 80 KM: Elevation Gain: 3560m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 18 hrs, ITRA Points: 4
• 55 KM: Elevation gain: 2146m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 12 hrs, ITRA Points: 3
• 35 KM: Elevation gain: 1880m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 8 hrs, ITRA Points: 2
• 21 KM: Elevation gain: 915m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 6 hrs
• 15 KM: Elevation gain: 854m, Highest Altitude: 1650m, Cut-Off time: 3 hrs
• VERTICAL KILOMETER (VK): Distance: 7.5 KM, Elevation gain: 1107m, Highest Altitude: 1550m, Cut-Off time: 2 hrs

Qualifying Criteria

The course is set on mountainous terrain and is a mix of easy-ascent slopes to treacherous rocky outcrops. It requires you to climb and descent technical sections. As this race, organized by Grand Indian Trails, does not require a medical certificate, participants are asked to please understand and accept the risks of accidents that can be caused by the race. To be able to enjoy the race, it is recommended for participants to practice regularly. The participants must meet the following criteria:

• You must be 18 years of age or older before Jan 24, 2026 to take part in 161K, 115K, 80K, 55K, 35K.
• You must be 12 years of age or older to take part in 3K, VK, 15K & 21K.
• For registering for 35K, one must have completed a Half Marathon in 02:30Hrs.
• For registering for 55K, one must have completed a Full Marathon in 05:00Hrs or any Ultra Marathon within the cut-off time prescribed by the organisers of the race.
• For 12hr runs like stadium runs, one must have at least run 50kms.
• For registering for the 80K, one must have completed an Ultra marathon (at least 60KMs) with a minimum elevation gain of 1000m within the cut-off specified by the organisers of that race.
• For registering for the 115K & 161K, one must have completed an Ultra marathon (at least 100KMs) with a minimum elevation gain of 3000m within the cut-off specified by the organisers of that race.
• Races run after 01-Jan-2026 will only be considered as a qualifying race for Deccan Ultra 2027.
• There is no qualifying criteria for the 3K, VK, 10K & 21K categories.

Race Schedule

Saturday, 23rd Jan 2027

• 9:00am – Bus leaves from Dadar (Cafe Coffee Day)
• 10:00am – Bus leaves from Andheri (Bus Travelers stop)
• 3:00pm – Reach Basecamp Waki Dam (Krushnavanti Base Camp)
• 3:30pm – Arrival at Base Camp and Tent allocation
• 03:30-5:00pm – Leisure time around the lake / Acclimatisation
• 05:00-05:30pm – Bib Collection / Evening tea and snacks
• 05:30–06:30pm – Race briefing & route introduction
• 07:00–08:00pm – Pre-race Dinner

Sunday, 24th Jan 2027

• 12:00am: Race Flag-Off 161km & 115km
• 05:30-06:15am: Breakfast for rest of categories
• 06:30am: Race Flag-Off – 80km, 55km, 35km & 21km
• 07:30am: Race Flag-Off – 3km
• 08:00am: Race Flag-Off – 15km & VK
• 09:30am: Cutoff for VK
• 11:00am: Cutoff for 15km
• 12:30pm: Cutoff for 21km
• 02:30pm: Cutoff for 35km
• 12:00-03:30pm: Lunch
• 06:30pm: Cutoff for 55km
• 08:00-10:30pm: Dinner and post-race party
• 5:00pm – Bus leaves from Basecamp "Waki Dam"
• 9:30pm – Drop at Andheri
• 10:30pm – Drop at Dadar

Monday, 25th Jan 2027

• 12:30am: Cutoff time for 80km
• 01:00am: Cutoff time for 115km
• 07:00am: Breakfast
• 09:00am: Cutoff time for 161km
• 10:00am – Bus leaves from Basecamp "Waki Dam"
• 02:00pm – Drop at Andheri
• 02:30pm – Drop at Dadar

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• Any cancellation will not be eligible for a refund or transfer to another runner under any circumstances, except if the event itself is cancelled.
• You may request to either carry forward your entry to the next edition of this race or transfer it to any future event in the Grand Indian Trails series. Such requests must be submitted via the email address provided below.

For More Details

• Website: www.thedeccanultra.com
• Email: contact@grandindiantrails.com
• Contact: +91-9879113145"