Australian Outback Marathon

26 July 2025

Australian Outback Marathon

Join Us In The Heart of Australia for the experience of a Lifetime

Although this race is popular with local runners, for most, it’s a once in a lifetime experience. It’s not every day marathoners get to take in the stunning views of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) as the kilometres tick by.

Enjoyed by both professional runners, club runners, casual runners and beginners, there are events for all running levels including the full marathon, half marathon, 11km and 6km fun runs. In addition to its beauty, the course is relatively flat, with only a couple inclines and sand dunes. Most of the course is on unsealed roads, bush tracks and soft-sand trails, with a few small sand dunes and plenty of Australia’s famed “Red Earth” thrown in for good measure.

Our itineraries are designed to suit all budgets and travel plans. Each package includes shuttle services, first class accommodation, and guaranteed race entry. Whichever event you intend to enter, do it today so you don’t miss out!

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Itineraries & Pricing

From:$2820.00
6 Days / 5 Nights
The Platinum Package is the top-tier option for those wishing to experience all that the Australian Outback Marathon has to offer, designed for those seeking an exclusive and luxurious adventure, included touring options as well as a full day at the incredible Kings Canyon. This 6 Day/5 Night package commences on Thursday and finishes on Tuesday.

The Platinum Itinerary sees you arriving on the Thursday prior to the race. Your first introduction to Uluru will be at our hosted “warm up” run on Thursday afternoon – a great way to meet new friends and introduce your running shoes to the Red Earth of Central Australia. A hosted welcome dinner is also included. On Friday you will see the Sunrise over Uluru followed by a full Base Walk Tour. In the afternoon is our welcome ceremony, followed by our exclusive Carbo Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day, and Sunday sees you off to Kata Tjuta to explore the Valley of the Winds. In the evening is our Celebration Dinner under the stars, based on the award-winning Sounds of Silence experience. Your Monday excursion takes you to Kings Canyon for the day to create more lifetime memories, and your tour ends on Tuesday.

  • Guaranteed race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event)
  • Return airport transfers between Connellan (Ayers Rock) Airport and your hotel (for scheduled flights only)
  • Accommodation for 5 nights
  • Breakfast daily (not available Saturday, Sunday, Monday & Tuesday on “No Accommodation” packages)
  • Hosted warm up run/walk
  • Outdoor Welcome Dinner hosted function
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta 3 day National Park Pass
  • Carbo Load Dinner
  • Celebration Dinner
  • Kings Canyon day tour
  • Other Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Race Day transfers
  • Finishers Medal and certificate
  • All race photography (including finishing line photos and video)
  • All inclusive Tours/Sightseeing/Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Limited edition Australian Outback Marathon-custom-made running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025)
  • Sunday morning stretch class
  • Travelling Fit representatives on site
  • Discounted rates on all Professional Helicopter Services tours
  • Flights
  • Optional Tours which must be booked in advance
  • Meals where not specified
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tourist Visas (if applicable)
  • Accommodation is not included for the “No Accommodation” packages
  • Breakfast is not included on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday for “No Accommodation” packages
  • Child rate is for all children aged between 3 and 12 years inclusive at the time of check-in
  • Children 2 years and under are FREE OF CHARGE
  • Adults who are not participating in one of the Australian Outback Marathon events receive $100 discount off the price of the adult package
  • Race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon is only available as part of a package and cannot be purchased separately
  • All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD)
  • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
  • If choosing to book the Platinum Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary
From:$2330.00
5 Days / 4 Nights
The Diamond Package is the most popular package on offer, with action-packed tours, meals and, of course, the race of your choice. There is also plenty of time to relax or join one of the many optional tours. This 5 Day/4 Night package commences on Thursday and finishes on Monday.

The Diamond Itinerary sees you arriving on the Thursday prior to the race. Your first introduction to Uluru will be at our hosted “warm up” run on Thursday afternoon – a great way to meet new friends and introduce your running shoes to the Red Earth of Central Australia. A hosted welcome dinner is also included. On Friday you will see the Sunrise over Uluru followed by a full Base Walk Tour. In the afternoon is our welcome ceremony, followed by our exclusive Carbo Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day, and Sunday allows you to either relax or join one of our optional tours. In the evening is our Celebration Dinner under the stars, based on the award-winning Sounds of Silence experience. Your tour ends on Monday after creating new friends and lifetime memories.

  • Guaranteed race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event)
  • Return airport transfers between Connellan (Ayers Rock) Airport and your hotel (for scheduled flights only)
  • Accommodation for 4 nights
  • Breakfast daily (not available Saturday, Sunday &, Monday on “No Accommodation” packages)
  • Hosted warm up run/walk
  • Outdoor Welcome Dinner hosted function
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta 3 day National Park Pass
  • Carbo Load Dinner
  • Celebration Dinner
  • Other Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Race Day transfers
  • Finishers Medal and certificate
  • All race photography (including finishing line photos and video)
  • All inclusive Tours/Sightseeing/Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Limited edition Australian Outback Marathon-custom-made running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025)
  • Sunday morning stretch class
  • Travelling Fit representatives on site
  • Discounted rates on all Professional Helicopter Services tours
  • Flights
  • Optional Tours which must be booked in advance
  • Meals where not specified
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tourist Visas (if applicable)
  • Accommodation is not included for the “No Accommodation” packages
  • Breakfast is not included on Saturday, Sunday or Monday for “No Accommodation” packages
  • Child rate is for all children aged between 3 and 12 years inclusive at the time of check-in
  • Children 2 years and under are FREE OF CHARGE
  • Adults who are not participating in one of the Australian Outback Marathon events receive $100 discount off the price of the adult package
  • Race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon is only available as part of a package and cannot be purchased separately
  • All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD)
  • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
  • If choosing to book the Diamond Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary
From:$2020.00
4 Days / 3 Nights
The Gold Package includes our Carbo-Load dinner, all race costs and, most importantly, our “Sounds of Silence” themed Celebration dinner on the Sunday evening. This 4 Day/3 Night package commences on Friday and finishes on Monday.

The Gold Itinerary sees you arriving on the Friday prior to the race, just in time for the race briefing and our Carbo-Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day, with lunch included for all participants and supporters. Sunday allows you to either relax or join one of our optional tours. In the evening is our Celebration Dinner under the stars, based on the award-winning Sounds of Silence experience. Your tour ends on Monday after creating new friends and lifetime memories.

  • Guaranteed race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event)
  • Return airport transfers between Connellan (Ayers Rock) Airport and your hotel (for scheduled flights only)
  • Accommodation for 3 nights
  • Breakfast daily (not included on “No Accommodation” packages)
  • Carbo Load Dinner
  • Celebration Dinner
  • Other Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Race Day transfers
  • Finishers Medal and certificate
  • All race photography (including finishing line photos and video)
  • All inclusive Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Limited edition Australian Outback Marathon-custom-made running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025)
  • Sunday morning stretch class
  • Travelling Fit representatives on site
  • Discounted rates on all Professional Helicopter Services tours
  • Flights
  • Optional Tours which must be booked in advance
  • Meals where not specified
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tourist Visas (if applicable)
  • Accommodation is not included for the “No Accommodation” packages
  • Breakfast is not included on Saturday, Sunday or Monday for “No Accommodation” packages
  • Child rate is for all children aged between 3 and 12 years inclusive at the time of check-in
  • Children 2 years and under are FREE OF CHARGE
  • Adults who are not participating in one of the Australian Outback Marathon events receive $100 discount off the price of the adult package
  • Race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon is only available as part of a package and cannot be purchased separately
  • All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD)
  • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
  • If choosing to book the Gold Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary
From:$1920.00
4 Days / 3 Nights
The Silver Package is designed for those that simply must be back at home on the Monday morning. Included is our Welcome Dinner, a trip to Uluru to see the Sunrise, our Carbo Load dinner as well as all race day costs. This 4 Day/3 Night package commences on Thursday and finishes on Sunday.

The Silver Itinerary sees you arriving on the Thursday prior to the race. Your first introduction to Uluru will be at our hosted “warm up” run on Thursday afternoon – a great way to meet new friends and introduce your running shoes to the Red Earth of Central Australia. A hosted welcome dinner is also included. On Friday you will see the Sunrise over Uluru followed by a full Base Walk Tour. In the afternoon is our welcome ceremony, followed by our exclusive Carbo Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day, and your trip to Uluru and the Australian Outback Marathon ends on Sunday.

  • Guaranteed race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event)
  • Return airport transfers between Connellan (Ayers Rock) Airport and your hotel (for scheduled flights only)
  • Accommodation for 3 nights
  • Breakfast daily (not included Saturday and Sunday on “No Accommodation” packages)
  • Hosted warm up run/walk
  • Exclusive Outdoor Welcome hosted function
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta 3 day National Park Pass
  • Carbo Load Dinner
  • Other Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Race Day transfers
  • Finishers Medal and certificate
  • All race photography (including finishing line photos and video)
  • All inclusive Tours/Sightseeing/Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Limited edition Australian Outback Marathon-custom-made running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025)
  • Sunday morning Yoga stretch class
  • Travelling Fit representatives on site
  • Discounted rates on all Professional Helicopter Services tour
  • Flights
  • Optional Tours which must be booked in advance
  • Meals where not specified
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tourist Visas (if applicable)
  • Accommodation is not included for the “No Accommodation” packages
  • Breakfast is not included on Saturday and Sunday for “No Accommodation” packages
  • Child rate is for all children aged between 3 and 12 years inclusive at the time of check-in
  • Children 2 years and under are FREE OF CHARGE
  • Adults who are not participating in one of the Australian Outback Marathon events receive $100 discount off the price of the adult package
  • Race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon is only available as part of a package and cannot be purchased separately
  • All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD)
  • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
  • If choosing to book the Silver Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary
From:$1430.00
3 Days / 2 Nights
The Red Earth Package is our shortest package, arriving in time for our Carbo-Load Dinner and leaving the day after the race. This 3 Day/2 Night package commences on Friday and finishes on Sunday.

The Red Earth Itinerary sees you arriving on the Friday prior to the race. In the afternoon is our welcome ceremony, followed by our exclusive Carbo Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day with lunch included for runners and supporters, and your trip to Uluru and the Australian Outback Marathon ends on Sunday.

  • Guaranteed race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event)
  • Return airport transfers between Connellan (Ayers Rock) Airport and your hotel (for scheduled flights only)
  • Accommodation for 2 nights
  • Breakfast daily (not included on “No Accommodation” packages)
  • Carbo Load Dinner
  • Other Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Race Day transfers
  • Finishers Medal and certificate
  • All race photography (including finishing line photos and video)
  • All inclusive Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Limited edition Australian Outback Marathon-custom-made running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025)
  • Sunday morning stretch class
  • Travelling Fit representatives on site
  • Discounted rates on all Professional Helicopter Services tours
  • Flights
  • Optional Tours which must be booked in advance
  • Meals where not specified
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tourist Visas (if applicable)
  • Accommodation is not included for the “No Accommodation” packages
  • Breakfast is not included on Saturday or Sunday for “No Accommodation” packages
  • Child rate is for all children aged between 3 and 12 years inclusive at the time of check-in
  • Children 2 years and under are FREE OF CHARGE
  • Adults who are not participating in one of the Australian Outback Marathon events receive $100 discount off the price of the adult package
  • Race entry to the Australian Outback Marathon is only available as part of a package and cannot be purchased separately
  • All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD)
  • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
  • If choosing to book the Red Earth Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary

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Booking your place in the Australian Outback marathon is extremely simple.  All you need to do is follow these simple steps to create the package that suit you and your perfect trip to Uluru and the Australian Outback Marathon awaits.

Accommodation

Authentic Outback Adventure

The Australian Outback Marathon offers a unique experience, running through the iconic red sands and rugged landscapes of the Outback. Participants enjoy breathtaking views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, immersing themselves in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of this remote region. It’s a true adventure for any marathon enthusiast!

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Community Engagement

The Australian Outback Marathon actively engages with the local community at Yulara by providing race entries to the wonderful staff who work there as well as completely free entries to every single student at the local Yulara Primary School.

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Iconic Course

Running on private land normally not accessible to the public give you the opportunity to view both Uluru and Kata Tjuta from a completely different perspective. It will simply take your breath away.

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Indigenous Cultural Integration

We take our responsibilities to the local First Nations people very seriously, and as such, together with the Ayers Rock Resort, we sponsor 3 schools form the surrounding Anangu Pipalyatjara area to come and participate in the race absolutely free, including accommodation and meals. We also invite the Anangu Communities Foundation to be a part of the event (they run the awesome BBQ) and we also contribute to this incredibly worthy cause.

Testimonials

The Australian Outback Marathon had been on my bucket list for a few years. I was so pleased I was able to sneak away between lockdowns and spend 6 days with the Travelling Fit team and the group of happy runners I met there. I absolutely loved the marathon. It was hot, it was sandy, it was stunning, it was peaceful, it was challenging, it was cathartic, it was everything I dreamed it would be and more. Combined with the marathon, all the activities and tours over the 6 days made it the complete package of what a holiday should be. I could not recommend this trip more highly. Well organised, great new running friends, stunning scenery and memories that will last forever. Thank you!
VIC
Kerryn Harvey
If you only get a chance to run one race then this is the one to do, it should be on everyone's bucket list. We were told before the run to take time to enjoy the run and stop to take photos and look around and enjoy it, this is something I have never done on a run before but it was the best advice ever.
VIC
Sheryn D’Agostin
Frank and I had the most magical time during the AOM. Incredible views no matter which way you looked, Great accommodation, the way the AOM's incredibly experienced team just 'made' things happen. The Tours, especially the Kings Canyon tour, create those never to be forgotten' memories that stay etched in us - as does the red earth course we traversed during the event. Thank you so much 'Team AOM' for this fabulous experience.
NSW
Lorraine Stevens
Someone else will write it better, but this was one of the best experiences of my life, even with the threat of COVID, this is an event not to be missed. I will definitely be back.
NT
Louise Ruhl
If you haven't run the AOM you really should put this one on your list! It can only be described as an adjective salad! Amazing, unique and awe inspiring are only the tip of the iceberg... it was an absolutely incredible experience from beginning to end. Travelling Fit is a class act and continues to exceed all my expectations. It was simply fantastic!
VIC
Sue Brial
So privileged to have run this iconically Australian Outback Marathon. The friendly and professional team at Travelling Fit have created an incredible running event in the middle of Australia that is accompanied by a fantastic 3-4 day pre and post-race social program
WA
Carim Armanios
In 2019 I took a chance and booked for the Australian Outback Marathon with Travelling Fit. I was a bit apprehensive about bringing my son and his young family along with me as I felt the kids might have to miss out on a lot of the "adult" activities. I was wrong. This was THE MOST AMAZING and mind-blowing experience we have had as a family. I can't praise the whole trip highly enough. The food was absolutely amazing, the staff were great, the accommodation was perfect and the race was unbelievable. I get emotional when I think about it, and can't imagine having another experience like this again. Everyone loved it, the food was AMAZING, activities and transfers were so well organized, there was plenty to do and it really wasn't that cold! If you have the chance to do this or are undecided, do it! I'll be going back. Thank you Travelling Fit for one of the top ten experiences of my life so far.
QLD
Seona MacDonald
I just want to thank you and the rest of the Travelling Fit team for a fantastic weekend last week at Yulara. I had the best weekend that I have ever had. I have never been to a place where everyone made me feel so welcome. It was the first time that I've been to the Northern Territory so the heat,flies,sand and camels eating our signs made it so special to me. I loved all the jokes from everyone, even the bus driver who was taking us to the airport told us that we was going to Darwin and the lady bus driver on the drop on drop off bus told us at a stop at Uluru and people running towards her that if she drives forward they would run harder so then she drives forward. There were so many more. I loved all the dinners. I don't eat out much so they made me feel special. The marathon yes was hard but I loved every minute of it. It didn't help that it was snowing at home for the 2 weeks before. I do want to run it again and I would like it the same you couldn't fault it. Thanks so much
TAS
Leigh Philpott
Thank you and your team for an amazing Australian Outback Marathon trip. We had a fantastic weekend and it was lovely to meet you. The support Travelling Fit and the Outback Marathon team provided was touching. I would like to applaud you all for the fantastic environment you have nurtured over race years. The camaraderie and encouragement between runners and support staff was unbelievable and unforgettable.
ACT
Fiona Jones
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