Regarded by Runner’s World as one of the world’s top ten “must do” marathons, runners of all abilities take part.

Approximately 1,400 runners take part in the Lewa Safari Marathon each year: more than 25,000 in the event's history.

The Lewa Safari Marathon starts early, before the sun gets too hot.

Individuals and corporate teams enjoy an unforgettable experience running alongside some of Africa’s most amazing wildlife. Here a Grant's gazelle crosses the track.

Grevy's Zebra along the course of the Lewa Safari Marathon. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is home to more than 10% of the world’s population, and funds raised through the event support their protection.

A helicopter monitors the Lewa Safari Marathon from the sky, and helps guide some animals away from the runners, such as this white rhino.

As the oldest ever runner of the Lewa Safari Marathon, John Ruengo is a big part of the event’s history, having taken part every year since it first began, until he sadly passed away in early 2023, aged 92.

Corporate teams compete from all round the world. The BlackRock Team won the top fundraising cup at the 2023 Lewa Safari Marathon.

The Lewa Safari Marathon has raised over $9million in its 25 year history, supporting wildlife (such as these black rhino) and local communities throughout Kenya (© Emily Higgs - Tusk)

Six hospitals and clinics in and around the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy are supported by the Marathon each year.

More than 10,000 schoolchildren have benefitted from the Lewa Safari Marathon, through bursaries, school infrastructure and other operating support.