About This Event
The Southern Border Provinces Administrative Center of Yala Province, in partnership with Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports, presents this world-class trail running event as the second UTMB World Series race held in Thailand. Set in the distinctive landscape along the Thai-Malaysia border, the event aims to promote sports tourism in the region while showcasing the natural beauty and adventure potential of the southern border provinces. All races start and finish at the Betong Mongkollit Tunnel in Betong District, taking runners through jungle terrain that spans the international border. The event operates as part of the UTMB World Series, offering running stones to finishers and maintaining the technical standards expected from this prestigious trail running organization. Beyond the competitive element, Amazean Jungle Thailand serves a broader mission of economic development and international outreach, welcoming runners from around the world to experience this unique corner of Southeast Asia while generating new opportunities for the local community.
Choose Your Distance
17K
The shortest option at 17 kilometers with 400 meters of elevation gain and a 5-hour cutoff. This distance welcomes newer trail runners to experience the jungle environment in a more manageable format. Finishers earn 1 UTMB running stone.
29K
The 29K route navigates singletrack trails through jungle terrain in Yala Province, with the course crossing into Malaysian territory before returning to Betong. Runners encounter technical sections with roots, humidity, and variable footing typical of tropical forest environments. The 900 meters of elevation gain is distributed across the distance, though specific climb profiles are not detailed in available race information.
57K
The route traverses singletrack trails through Betong's jungle terrain, where the canopy provides intermittent shade but also traps humidity close to the forest floor. Without specific elevation data available, the exact vertical challenge remains unclear, though the mountainous geography of southern Yala suggests varied terrain rather than flat running. Runners will encounter technical sections typical of jungle racing—exposed roots, potentially muddy passages, and the need for careful foot placement on natural surfaces.
93K
The course runs on singletrack through jungle terrain surrounding Betong, where trail conditions reflect the region's wet tropical climate—roots, mud potential, and technical footing common to lowland forest running. Runners should prepare for sustained humidity and limited wind, as canopy cover dominates most of the route. Aid station strategy and pacing discipline matter considerably in these conditions, where overheating becomes a factor independent of effort level.
117K
The 117K course utilizes singletrack trails through the jungle terrain of Thailand's deep south, incorporating paths that cross into Malaysian territory before returning to Betong. Runners navigate technical footing throughout, with roots, rocks, and mud common depending on recent rainfall. The extended distance means moving through multiple daylight and darkness cycles, requiring headlamps and careful attention to course marking in low-visibility conditions.