Conservation
Mobilise people and partners around the protection and restoration of Mt. Elgon.
CHEMOGE · MT. ELGON · 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Run the mountain.
Restore its future.
A mountain run bringing athletes, families, organisations and local communities together for conservation, fitness and shared action.
TUKO FIT, ELGON IWE FIT
THE MOUNTAIN IS CALLING
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WHY WE RUN
One mountain.
One community.
One shared future.
The Mt. Elgon Mountain Run is more than a race. It is a public call to protect a vital landscape while building a healthier, more connected community.
Fitness
Celebrate movement, endurance and healthy living across ages and abilities.
Community
Bring athletes, families, leaders, businesses and local communities together.
AN ANCIENT VOLCANO.
A LIVING LANDSCAPE.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
Three distances.
Every reason to run.
Whether you race for a podium, a cause or the joy of moving together, there is a place for you on the mountain.
14KM
ELITE RUN
For serious speed and mountain grit.
- Competitive athletes
- Men's & women's classifications
- Prizes to be won
8KM
COMMUNITY & CONSERVATION
Move together for a greener Elgon.
- Community & recreational runners
- Corporate teams welcome
- Prizes to be won
3KM
CHILDREN, ELDERS & LEADERS
A joyful run for every generation.
- Family and community friendly
- Guardian consent for minors
- Recognition and prizes
Registration fees are awaiting final organiser confirmation.
OUR SHARED CAUSE
Every stride can
protect a watershed.
Mt. Elgon is a source of water, livelihood, biodiversity and identity. The run creates a platform for conservation awareness, community ownership and long-term partnerships.
Forest restorationCommunity awarenessResponsible trailsYouth participation
“When the community is fit, and Elgon is fit, our future is stronger.”
TUKO FIT, ELGON IWE FIT
PLAN YOUR MORNING
Race-day
essentials.
Come prepared for a cool highland morning, changing mountain weather and an energising community atmosphere.
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Reporting & check-in
Arrive, collect or verify your bib and assemble in your race zone.
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Warm-up & briefing
Safety briefing, route guidance and a guided community warm-up.
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Race start
Category start sequence will be confirmed in the final race-day guide.
CHEMOGE, MT. ELGONExact starting point and route map will be published once confirmed.
SECURE YOUR PLACE
Register for
the mountain.
Complete the form, make payment through KCB and retain your payment reference for verification.
PAYMENT METHODKCB BANK
- Paybill
- 522522
- Account
- 1347713557
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked
questions.
When and where is the run?+
Friday, 6 November 2026, in Chemoge, Mt. Elgon. Reporting is at 6:00 a.m. and the first race begins at 7:00 a.m. The exact starting point will be announced.
Are prizes available?+
Yes. Prizes and recognition will be awarded. The complete prize schedule will be published once approved by the organisers.
Can organisations register teams?+
Yes. Select Corporate / Group on the registration form. The organiser will contact the team coordinator to collect the full participant schedule.
How is my registration confirmed?+
Your submission is matched with your KCB payment reference. A registration becomes final after payment verification.
Can children participate?+
Children can enter the 3km category. A parent or guardian must give consent and accompany the child through registration and bib collection.