Manjushree Trail Race – Nepal’s Ultra-Trail Adventure

• Distance: 100 Miles
• Start Date: 17 April 2026
• Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Start Location: Pataleban Vineyard
• Finish Location: Pataleban Vineyard
• Cut-off Date: 19 April 2026
• Cut-off Time: 12:00 PM
• Total Duration Allowed: 52 Hours
• Entry Fee (Non-Nepali): USD 150
• Entry Fee (Nepali): Rs. 12,000

The 2026 edition of the Manjushree Trail Race (MTR 100 Mile) is a tough and technical race along the ridgeline of Kathmandu Valley, crossing seven summits. Runners will experience stunning valley views, mountain scenery, and local culture throughout the course. Hydration and food stations are available every 15 km, and drop bags are provided at key checkpoints for support.

In 2025, Arjun Rai set a record time of 26:29:25, while Anita Rai holds the fastest female time at 36:14:06. This year, elite runners are ready to compete and challenge these records, making the race even more exciting.

• Distance: 80 KM
• Start Date: 18 April 2026
• Start Time: 5:00 AM
• Start Location: Nagarkot
• Finish Location: Pataleban Vineyard
• Cut-off Date: 19 April 2026
• Cut-off Time: 12:00 AM
• Total Duration Allowed: 19 Hours
• Entry Fee (Non-Nepali): USD 120
• Entry Fee (Nepali): Rs. 9,000

The 2026 edition of the Manjushree Trail Race will feature the challenging MTR 80KM route, taking runners along the ridgeline of the Kathmandu Valley and across multiple scenic summits. This race is a true test of endurance, strength, and determination, offering participants an unforgettable trail running experience.

The course runs through beautiful landscapes around Kathmandu, with stunning valley views, surrounding peaks, and glimpses of local culture and communities along the way. Hydration and food stations will be available approximately every 15 km, and drop bag services will be provided at key checkpoints to support runners throughout the race.

Nepalese runner Rashila Tamang (right), a key organizer and champion, in the field at MTR. The next Manjushree Trail Race is set for April 17–19, 2026, with registration now open via the official portal. Category summaries (2026 dates/TBD times) are typically:

• 100‑mile (≈175 km) (April 17, 8 AM start) – the signature distance, 52 Hours duration
• 80 km (April 18, 5:00 AM start) – (duration – 19 Hours)
• 50 km (April 18, 8:00AM start) – (duration – 14 Hours)
• 20 km (April 18, ~10: 00 AM start) – (duration – 10 Hours)
• 10 km (April 18, 11:00 AM start) – duration – 5 hours)

Entry fees are modest: roughly NPR 2,000 for Nepali runners, NPR 3,000 for SAARC countries, and NPR 5,000 (or ~US$35) for other international runners, with local entries often free. (Exact fees and any early bird discounts are listed on the official ticket page.) Visit the official race website or tickets portal to register and see the detailed guidebook . Race organizers and partner agencies also offer package tours – for example, some runners stay extra days to visit Kathmandu’s temples and UNESCO sites before or after the race.

Rain or shine, the Manjushree Trail Race delivers an unforgettable Nepal experience. The course rises above terraced fields, Buddhist stupa and temple spires, and the deep canyon carved by Manjushree himself. Participants often combine the event with a cultural visit: the Kathmandu Valley contains seven UNESCO World Heritage sites (old palaces, stupas, and temples) within easy reach . Whether you’re an elite seeking UTMB points or a traveler craving Himalayan adventure, MTR is an immersion into Nepal’s

high trails and hospitality. As one veteran racer put it, it’s “challenging, yes, but awesome” – a true community-run adventure on the rim of Kathmandu .