Deccan Ultra 2027

The Deccan Ultra 2027 is one of India’s most demanding trail running spectacles, set against the rugged backdrop of the Sahyadri Range in Maharashtra. This event offers runners an unparalleled endurance challenge, featuring a course that traverses the highest point in the state—Kalsubai Peak—and the legendary triple forts of Alang, Madan, and Kulang (AMK). From technical rocky outcrops to near-vertical ladder climbs, this race is designed for those looking to test their limits on the ancient terrain of the Deccan Plateau. 

Event Overview and Course Highlights 

The Deccan Ultra provides a diverse range of categories to accommodate both elite ultra-runners and those new to mountain trails. Participants will navigate a mix of easy-ascent slopes and treacherous ridges overlooking deep valleys. The longer routes (161 km, 115 km, and 80 km) circulate around the scenic Bhandardara Dam and the iconic Windmill mountain top, involving a grueling ascent of five forts. 

Race Categories and Technical Specs 

•Elevation Gain: 5735m 

•Cut-Off Time: 33 Hours 

•ITRA Points:6 

•Elevation Gain:4383m 

•Cut-Off Time:25 Hours 

•ITRA Points:5 

•Elevation Gain:3560m 

•Cut-Off Time:18 Hours 

•ITRA Points:4 

•Elevation Gain:2146m 

•Cut-Off Time:12 Hours 

•ITRA Points:3 

•Elevation Gain:1880m 

•Cut-Off Time:8 Hours 

•ITRA Points:2 

•Elevation Gain:915m 

•Cut-Off Time:6 Hours 

Elevation Gain:854m 

Cut-Off Time:3 Hours 

Distance:7.5 KM 

Elevation Gain:1107m 

Cut-Off Time:2 Hours 

Mandatory Qualifying Criteria 

To ensure safety on technical terrain, specific categories require prior racing experience (completed after January 1, 2026): 

•35 KM:Must have finished a Half Marathon in under 2 hours 30 minutes. 

•55 KM:Must have finished a Full Marathon in under 5 hours or any Ultra Marathon within cut-off.

•80 KM:Requires a 60 KM+ Ultra with at least 1000m elevation gain. 

•115 KM & 161 KM:Requires a 100 KM+ Ultra with at least 3000m elevation gain. 

•Age Limits:18+ for 35K and above; 12+ for VK, 15K, and 21K. 

Official Race Schedule 

•09:00 AM – 10:00 AM:Bus departures from Dadar (CCD) and Andheri (Travelers stop). 

•03:00 PM:Arrival at Basecamp Waki Dam (Krushnavanti Base Camp) and tent allocation. 

•03:30 PM – 05:00 PM: Acclimatization and leisure time by the lake. 

•05:00 PM – 06:30 PM:Bib collection, evening snacks, and mandatory race briefing. 

•07:00 PM – 08:00 PM:Pre-race dinner.

Sunday, January 24, 2027: Race Day  •12:00 AM:Flag-Off for 161 KM and 115 KM categories. 

•06:30 AM:Flag-Off for 80 KM, 55 KM, 35 KM, and 21 KM. 

•07:30 AM:Flag-Off for 3 KM Taste of Trails. 

•08:00 AM:Flag-Off for 15 KM and Vertical Kilometer (VK). 

•09:30 AM – 06:30 PM:Rolling cut-offs for various distances; lunch served from 12:00 PM. 

05:00 PM:First bus departure from Basecamp for Mumbai. 

08:00 PM – 10:30 PM:Post-race party and dinner. 

•01:00 AM:Cut-off for 115 KM. 

•09:00 AM:Final cut-off for 161 KM.

•10:00 AM:Final bus departure from Basecamp to Mumbai. 

Organizer and Contact Information The Deccan Ultra is organized by

Grand Indian Trails (GrIT), experts in mountain endurance events ranging from the Himalayas to the Western Ghats. 

•Official Website: www.thedeccanultra.com 

•Email Support: contact@grandindiantrails.com 

•Inquiry Number:+9198791 13145 

•Venue:AkoleMaza Base Camp, Bhandardhara, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.