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Mada Nosy Trail 2027

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The event in a few words

The Mahay Expedition organization takes you on an extraordinary adventure to Madagascar: the Mada Nosy Trail 🤩. A magnificent nine-day journey with the program: 90 km to cover in five stages and no less than 1,500 mD+ to climb 💪. What runner doesn’t dream of practicing in a paradise such as Madagascar? 🇲🇬 The program is a perfect mix of self-improvement, sharing, discovery, and adventure 🥰. Each stage you have the chance to run will take you to unique places 🌴, you’ll even have the chance to interact with the locals who are an integral part of your journey 🙏. Between the dream beaches and the mangrove 🏖️, you’ll experience a timeless sports adventure! 🏃‍♀️

We know these first lines pique your curiosity, so we won’t keep you waiting any longer... 👀 The program is quite simple; the trip takes place over nine days from September 5 to 13 📅. The five stages will follow from day 3 to day 7 🥵. The races often take place in the morning so participants can navigate between the stages in the afternoon ⛵. The first stage is the loop of the Baie des Russes 🏝️, 14 km and 350 mD+, amidst an exceptional greenery offering breathtaking views of the Nosy Be archipelago. After that, participants will head to a new loop 🔁, that of Marotony. This time they will tackle a 18 km and 250 mD+ course. For this stage, you will have to cross the Malagasy mangrove! 🦎 The third stage is the semi-marathon distance waiting for you, with 350 mD+ to spice things up! 🌶️ The advantage is that these 21 km will pass quickly with the beautiful landscapes offered to you. You will cross forests, coconut groves, mangroves, beaches... 🌅 Even your nostrils will be delighted by the scents of local spice and fruit tree plantations of all kinds 👃. Finally, stage 4, with the Nosy Lava loop and its 17 km accompanied by 150 mD+ 🙏. The best for last, the final stage with a little time trial of 2 x 8 times km. This will be the last effort for your little legs 🦵. And, to make you savor 🫦, we announce that on your last day you will go to the island of Nosy Iranja, which is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Incredible, right? 🤠

Also, know that between all your trials, you’ll have long moments of sailing on a catamaran allowing you to enjoy the sea air and the landscapes around you 🗺️. The race is an integral part of this journey, but above all, you are embarking on a human adventure 🫂. On your return, we are sure you will come back with your heart and suitcases full of memories of the beautiful Malagasy lands 🧳.

After all this, I think you have all the reasons to join the adventure? 🫶 Grab your sneakers 👟 and sunscreen, Mada is waiting for you! 🧴

4 reasons to join this race

Visit Mada 😎
Madagascar, with its turquoise waters, fine sandy beaches, lush vegetation, and preserved wildlife... Paradise on earth! This dream setting will be where you run throughout the week. You'll discover every corner of the island in the most beautiful way! 🥹
Share an extraordinary adventure 🏝️
A week of trail running is also a fun time among passionate runners! Here, there's no competition; sharing prevails over competition. It's a great opportunity to enjoy this trip to the beautiful island of Madagascar to the fullest 😎.
Test your endurance 💪
More than an adventure, the Mada Nosy Trail is a sports adventure! For beginner runners, you'll have to double your training effort 😬. Every day, you'll run at least 10 km and have to climb a bit! A total of 90 km awaits you over the week, so you have to hold the distance! 😝
Think about nothing 💆‍♀️
The Mada Nosy Trail is the opportunity to travel and run without having to think about the organization! No hotel bookings, no time limit, no transportation difficulties: everything is taken care of. You only need to prepare your bag, not forget your sneakers and sunscreen, and it will be a grand departure for a unique sports journey! 🤩

The distance you'll all agree on

90 km : Trail 90 km

TrailThe most popular
  • Early September 2027
  • Elevation gain : 1500mD+
  • 1 loopx90 km

A few more words

The Mada Nosy Trail is a stage race on the beautiful island of Madagascar and the program is as follows 🏖️:

Stage 1: The Bay of Russians (14 km / 350 mD+)

  • The first stage in a hilly and technical setting with frequent sea views sea. Short navigation after lunch towards the village of Marotony ⛵. Dinner and overnight on board.

Stage 2: The Maratony loop (18 km / 250 mD+)

  • A morning start to avoid the early afternoon heat. This loop offers a rich and varied course with lots of single track between village crossings and mangroves where a few small boosts are necessary 💪. The final part is along the beach 🏝️. Navigation to Ankalakajoro. Dinner and overnight on board.

Stage 3: The Nosy Berafia loop (21 km / 350 mD+)

  • Short navigation at dawn to reach the start of the most diverse stage offered in this Mada Nosy Trail : villages, forests, coconut groves, mangroves, high point, beach, pebbles, and scents of local spice and fruit tree plantations of all kinds 🥭. A fabulous single, ideal for nature trail lovers trails. Navigation to Nosy Lava. Dinner and overnight on board.

Stage 4: The Nosy Lava loop (17 km / 150 mD+)

  • Stage beginning in the former penitentiary quarters. Then a route between mangrove and hills before reaching the first village 🏘️. Then, you follow this long fine sandy beach for nearly 4 km. Another single track follows through the island allowing you to reach a second village and its coconut trees 🥥.

Stage 5: Surprise stage with a time trial of 2 x 8 km / 500 mD+

  • A time trial start that will test your bodies on a 2 x 8 km loop ⌚. A dry ascent followed by an equally dry descent offering a lovely panorama of the surroundings 👀. A well-deserved swim afterwards and navigation towards the bay of Baramamay. Dinner and overnight on board.

The stages don't necessarily follow one after the other day by day; between some events, there is a transit day to reach the new starting points 🏁. The stages often take place in the morning so runners can enjoy the afternoons or transits. Start times will be announced to runners the evening before each event during the briefings 📇.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can find the event schedule right here.

Each runner must have the following during the stage:

  • A minimum of 2L water reserve

  • A sahara-type cap or equivalent

  • A whistle

  • A survival blanket

  • A basic first aid kit: disinfectant, bandages, elastic plaster

  • Personal security identification and tracking sheet

Equipment checks will be conducted on the first day and before the start of each stage.

No, but the last participants must arrive by noon, as the afternoons are dedicated to navigation to reach the next stage.

This race operates on a self-sufficiency mode. Each runner must carry their own suitable refreshments as there will be no refreshment stations. 3L of water per runner and walker will be provided before the start. A light meal and drinks will be available at the finish line.

Each runner will receive a t-shirt and a 'finisher' item (or similar). During the award ceremony, each participant will receive a gift, such as local craftsmanship (or similar). Podium finishers will also be awarded.

Yes, a visa is required to enter Madagascar from France. This visa costs €10 and must be paid in euros upon arrival at the airport.

The registration fee includes:

  • Airport transfers in Nosy Be on arrival and departure

  • Full board and accommodations from the evening of September 5th to the morning of September 13th

  • Catamaran rental with skipper and cook (per catamaran)

  • Half-board hotel stays: Day 1 and Day 8

  • Food and drink supplies only at the end of each stage

  • Public liability insurance from the TSDMADA agency

  • Technical and safety support (walkie-talkies – GPS – Sat Phone)

  • Medical assistance: 1 medical staff

  • Awards

  • Award ceremony evening

However, the registration fee does not cover:

  • International flight

  • Travel insurance

  • Visa (€10) to be purchased at Nosy Be airport

  • Drinks other than bottled water

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

  • Refreshments during the stages

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