The 2025
Tajik Mountain
Traverse

August 9-17, 2025

6

Race
Stages

165km

Total
Distance

4091m

Max
Elevation

7600m

Elevation
Gain

Tajik Mountain Traverse

9-17 August 2025

The Tajik Mountain Traverse is a rugged 6-stage, supported trail race through the Fann Mountains of Tajikistan. It mixes challenging runs on ancient trails over rocky peaks and through lush valleys, with plenty of time to take in the natural beauty and explore the glacial lakes and valleys where we camp each evening.

The 2025 Tajik Mountain Traverse

This rugged 165 kilometer supported race through the remote mountains of Tajikistan will be an event like you’ve never experienced. Check out the video for a taste of adventure.

Dates: 9-17 August 2025
Cost: $2900 (see early-bird promo)
Runners: 30 person max
Distance: 165 km
Ascent: 7600+ meters

39°16’00.0″N 68°08’00.0″E

6 Epic Stages

The Tajik Mountain Traverse’s 6 stages cover 165 kms of beautiful and rugged mountainous terrain. From mountain passes to river valleys and glacial lakes, the Fann mountains has it all.

7 Lakes
ҳафт кул
Alouddin
Алоуддин
Iskanderkul
Искандаркул

How to register

  1. Complete the registration form  
  2. Pay the registration deposit.
  3. See if you can come visa free.
  4. Pay the balance of your fees.
  5. Get ready to run!

The Tajik Mountain Traverse’s 6 stages cover 153 kms of beautiful and rugged mountainous terrain. From mountain passes to river valleys and glacial lakes, the Fann mountains has it all. Check out some pics from last years TMT:

Explore Culture and Mountain Trails

Tajikistan has a rich and fascinating culture. With a history dating back thousands of years, and part of the ancient Persian and Soviet empire, Tajikistan is a mix of East and West. Not only will you get a chance to race the beautiful mountains, but we will explore local culture, meet the people, and honor the local way of life preserved here for thousands of years.

Route Map

TMT racers will be traversing through some of the most rugged mountains Central Asia has to offer. See the GPX files for each of the 6 stages for route, elevation and distance.

Packing List & Travel Info

After you regsiter, please take time to review the Packing & Equipment list as well as the Travel and Visa requirements page. And the short video below: