Trail running course through singletrack trails in Yala, TH
Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB

Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB 17K

17K·400m gain·Betong
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Distance17K
Gain400m
Date30 Apr 2026
Difficulty1/5

About This Race

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.

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.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

The course gains 400m over 17km, with the steepest section between km 4–km 5.

Location

Notable Features

As part of the UTMB World Series, this event offers runners the unique opportunity to explore jungle terrain along the Thailand-Malaysia border while earning running stones toward UTMB qualification. The race venue at Betong Mongkollit Tunnel provides a distinctive start/finish location, and the event serves as a showcase for adventure tourism in Thailand's southern provinces.

Other Distances at This Event

29K

249m gain

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

501m gain

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

720m gain

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

609m gain

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.