Ultra Gobi B
A unique, 4-day stage experience that welcomes solo participants and teams from around the world.
🗓️ SEPTEMBER 28 – OCTOBER 4, 2025 | 📍 GOBI DESERT, CHINA
Ultra Gobi B is a tribute to perseverance, shared resolve, and the spirit of exploring together. Over four days and 121 kilometers, participants trace the ancient Silk Road on foot—not for speed, but for the power of community, empathy, and endurance.
This experience is not about racing the clock (>> Ultra Gobi A), but about rising together—supporting each other through fatigue, doubt, and the ever-changing desert terrain. Both solo participants teams are welcomed.
GO BEYOND. GOBI BEYOND.
Unforgettable 4-day stage experience
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Schedule
The 2025 Ultra Gobi B running and trekking experience will be held in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, China, from Sep. 28–Oct. 4, 2025.
Sep. 27-30: Airport/Station Pick-up
Sep. 28: Check-in and Registration, “Wonderful Life” Expo
Sep. 29: Opening Ceremony
Sep 30: Ultra Gobi Business School Dean's Forum
Oct.: 1-4: Stage race
Oct.: 4: Award Ceremony
Course
The event course was meticulously mapped with the collaboration of archaeologists and scholars, earning a recognition as a “Linear Cultural Heritage” (heritage sites in linear cultural regions) by the local authority.
This remarkable route winds through the historic Site of Suoyang City, where Master Xuanzang spent a transformative month. It connects various iconic cultural heritage sites along the Silk Roads, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Northern Qilian Mountains, nestled within the breathtaking Gobi Desert. Each stage is between 25 and 35 km long with cutoffs of 6 to 8 hours.
Rest & recovery
Participants set up camp in a mobile campsite each night after completing their stage. We provide food, water, eco-friendly toilets, and sports rehabilitation services.
Each overnight camp turns the Gobi Desert into a “City for One Night”, vanishing without a trace the next day, in line with our strictly enforced Leave-No-Trace policies.
Race supplies
Food is included as a part of the Ultra Gobi A registration fee.
Buffet breakfast and dinner are served during the race at the campsite, and a packed lunch is provided for each participant to bring with them during the trek/run.
Additionally, supplies such as fruits and light snacks will be available at large checkpoints along the racecourse each day.
Get ready to savor authentic and delicious local cuisines such as grilled lamb and beef noodles, alongside a selection of locally grown fruits including grapes, melons, apricots, and dates.
Destination
The challenge takes place near Dunhuang, located in the Gansu Province of Northwest China. The area is known as the “Hexi Corridor” and the “golden section” of the ancient Silk Road, with rich and unique natural, cultural and historical resources.
The 121km course retraces the footsteps of Master Xuanzang, a Buddhist monk and an iconic figure in the Silk Road history. Over 1300 years ago, he embarked on a pilgrimage to India in search of sacred scriptures: “Until I reach Tianzhu (India), I shall not take one step back eastward!”
Master Xuanzang found himself in a life-threatening situation in this very land, going through four days and five nights without a drop of water, and nearly died. Yet, with unwavering faith and determination, he managed to survive the Gobi Desert, and continued on with his journey to India.
Open for adventures of all levels
The Ultra Gobi B is an inclusive experience designed for everyone, ensuring that all participants have the opportunity to succeed.
Whether you’re seasoned endurance athletes or curious trekking enthusiasts, this event invites individuals and teams of all backgrounds to join and thrive. Gear weight is minimized to focus on experience over intensity.
Embark on a mythical journey. Watch the 2024 documentary
WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING
FAQs
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Our 20th Ultra Gobi B race will be held beginning of October 2025.
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Around Dunhuang, Gansu Province of Northwest China. A culturally rich part of the historical Silk Road.
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USD $2,810 (CNY 18,900)
Registration includes:
Race bib & race pack
Event medal
Meals and refreshments during the event
Campsite services
Drop-bag transportation
Shuttle to/from Dunhuang airport
Shuttle to/from race start and finish point
Opening ceremony
Safety briefings
Award ceremony
Professional race photos & videos
Registration does not include:
Round-trip tickets to/from Dunhuang
Accommodation in Dunhuang prior and after the race
Personal expenses
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Registration is open to all teams consisting of six people. All team members must be over 18 years of age.
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Each year, over 5,000 participants from EMBA, MBA, EE, and DBA programs, along with brand teams from all around the world participant in this unique event.
We invite you to join us in 2025 for a grand gathering and celebration of our 20th anniversary.
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Weather in the Gobi deserts around Dunhuang in early to mid-October, is typically cool and dry, and there can be strong winds.
The average temperature during this period is around 19°C (66°F), with highs reaching 28°C (82°F) and lows dropping to -3°C (26.6°F) at night.
Temperature can change drastically in the Gobi deserts, with a 30°C (86°F) temperature change throughout the day.
Mandatory equipments are strictly enforced to ensure the safety of our participants.
2024 Highlights
Relive the action of the 2024 edition day by day with our video series below or on our YouTube channel.
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