The all-new Tajik Mountain Traverse Stage Race

Our runners have arrived and the 2024 race is underway!
But you can join us in 2025 for the only Tajik stage race through the beautiful and remote Fann mountains of Tajikistan.

6

Stages

153km

Distance

4091m

Max Elevation

7678m

Elevation Gain

Tajik Mountain Traverse

5-13 September 2024

The Tajik Mountain Traverse is a 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 all-new
2024 Tajik Mountain Traverse

Race info

This beautiful 153 kilometer supported race through the rugged mountains of Tajikistan will be an event like you’ve never experienced. Come and join us for the first ever stage race in Tajikistan!

Dates: 5-13 September 2024
Cost: $3000 2000 USD
Runners: 30 person cap
Distance: 153 km
Ascent: 7678 meters

39°16’00.0″N 68°08’00.0″E

6 Epic Stages

The Tajik Mountain Traverse will take place over the course of 6 stages. We will traverse 153 kms of beautiful and rugged mountainous terrain. We will climb challenging mountain passes, navigate the river valleys and tour the most beautiful glacial lakes of the Fann mountain range. Total elevation gain will be 7,500 meters as our traverse crosses four mountain passes with the highest reaching a max elevation of 4,091m above sea level.

7 Lakes
ҳафт кул
Alouddin
Алоуддин
Iskanderkul
Искандаркул

How to register

  1. Complete the registration form  
  2. Pay the registration fee ($300 deposit)
  3. See if you can come visa free.
  4. Pay the balance of your fees.
  5. Get ready to run!

Route Map

TMT racers will be traversing through some of the most rugged mountains Central Asia has to offer.

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:

Peoples & Cultures of the Fann Mountains

Tajikistan has a rich and fascinating culture. With a history dating back thousands of years, and part of the ancient Persian empire, Tajikistan was also ruled by the Soviet leadership for 90+ years. This mix of East, West and Soviet culture can be found everywhere…. read more

Other Sights to See

We understand that competitors may wish to travel to the Tajikistan with family or friends. Should they wish to enjoy the region while you race, we highly recommend visiting the following sights. Or you can visit them together after the event. While we cannot provide bookings for you, we do have a preferred travel agent who can book and guide you.