Cape to Cairo Arusha Marathon
Run the heart of East Africa
About This Event
Join the Cape to Cairo Arusha Marathon at the iconic Sheikh Amir Abeid Stadium in Arusha, Tanzania. Choose from four race categories — full marathon, half marathon, 10KM, or 5KM. Our all-inclusive package covers everything you need.
Highlights
- Four race categories: 42KM, 21KM, 10KM, 5KM
- All-inclusive package option
- Historic Sheikh Amir Abeid Stadium
- Beautiful Arusha setting
Race Categories
Start with a curated tier — or build your own
Every package includes the full Trek service layer at no extra cost — race registration, bib delivery, on-ground support.
Essential
Trek bus + camping. Race entry handled by Trek. The no-frills way.
From
Ksh 8,800
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Bus (Nairobi ↔ Arusha return)
- Camping (Trek tent, 2 nights)
Classic
Trek bus + sharing hotel room. The go-to combination for the Arusha weekend.
From
Ksh 12,800
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Bus (Nairobi ↔ Arusha return)
- Hotel Sharing Room (2 nights, per person)
Ultimate
Trek bus, private hotel room, AMREF cover, and the Trek race tee.
From
Ksh 17,300
- Race Registration & Bib Handling
- Trek Overland Bus (Nairobi ↔ Arusha return)
- Hotel Single Room (2 nights)
- AMREF medical evacuation cover
- Trek branded race t-shirt
What's Included
- Race registration handled by Trek (we register you directly with organizers)
- Bib collection from race HQ
- Bib delivery to your hotel
- On-ground Trek contact throughout the weekend
- Race-day logistics support
- Accommodation (as per your selection)
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Transport (if you book the Trek Overland Bus)
Not Included
- Flights (if you self-fly)
- Fuel (if you self-drive)
- Lunches and dinners
- Tanzania visa (required for non-EAC nationals)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Everything you need to plan this trip
Fitness Level
Arusha is at ~1,400m altitude with a relatively flat course. Approachable for first-time marathoners and half-marathoners. Four distances suit every level.
Prerequisites
- Base mileage matching your chosen distance
- Comfortable running in mild altitude conditions
Visa & Entry
Visa-free for East African Community residents. Kenyan passport holders cross at Namanga with just a passport and yellow fever card — no visa, no fee.
What you need
- Valid passport (6 months remaining)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Non-EAC travellers: Tanzania visa-on-arrival is USD 50 (USD 100 for US passports). Have clean USD cash ready at Namanga border. The Trek coach stops for 30–60 minutes to process visas. E-visa also available at eservices.immigration.go.tz.
Frequently Asked Questions
EAC passport holders: no visa. Other nationalities: yes, visa-on-arrival at Namanga border for $50 USD cash. Trek coach stops for visa processing; plan 30-60 minutes at the border.
Cool and pleasant — 15-24°C. End of long rains, so mornings are crisp and afternoons warm with occasional showers. Very runnable weather.
Yes! The 5K is perfect for non-competitive runners and kids. It starts at 7 AM, earlier than the longer distances, so you'll be done in time for the full Arusha weekend experience.
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The Trek Difference
At no extra cost, with every booking
Race registration handled by Trek
We register you directly with the event organizer. No wrestling with foreign websites or payment forms.
Bib collection from race HQ
We collect your bib from the race expo. No queueing on race eve while your legs cramp.
Bib delivered to your hotel room
Your bib will be waiting for you at reception the day before the race. One less thing to worry about.
Dedicated Trek contact on-site
A local Trek team member is on the ground throughout your trip. Local SIM, local knowledge, real support.
Race-day logistics support
Transport to the start line, cheer zones, recovery meal coordination — we sweat the small stuff so you don't.
Whether you bus, drive, or fly
All of the above is included at no extra cost — even if you arrange your own transport. That's the Trek way.