Lavasa Sahyadri Hill Ultra 2026

 About SHU26

Sahyadri Hills Ultra (SHU) returns in 2026 with a refined, thoughtfully curated route through the scenic, vehicle-free roads of Lavasa.

This is not just a race. It is a monsoon ultra challenge built around:

• Scenic hill terrain
• Safe, controlled race environment
• Rolling elevation profiles
• Community-driven experience
• Professional race management

You don’t get a better route for an Ultra.

 Race Categories | Duration | Start–Finish Time

 Route Overview

All routes are designed with loops originating from Main Gate – Lake Resort – Arch sections.

25K: Main Gate → Lake Resort → 1 Loop

35K: Main Gate → Lake Resort + Extended Section

50K: Main Gate → Lake Resort toward Arch (Same as previous edition)

75K: Main Gate → Lake Resort → Arch → Additional Loop

100K:

Loop 1: Lake Resort → Arch → Main Gate

Loop 2: Main Gate → Lake Resort → Arch

Routes are carefully curated to balance challenge, elevation, and safety.

 Prize Money & Awards

 Overall Podium (Male & Female)

1st Prize – Cash Award (as per category)

2nd & 3rd – Trophy

Each category will have podium recognition.

 Age Categories

Below 50 Years – Male & Female

Above 50 Years – Male & Female

Each category has 4 prize distributions (Gender x Age Division).

 Finisher Recognition

All finishers receive:

• Finisher Trophy (Chaser Plate)
• Medal
• Timing Certificate

 Food & Hospitality

100K Runners: Dinner provided on route

25K / 35K / 50K / 75K: Breakfast at Start Point

Sunday 1 PM: Community Lunch (All invited)

 Registration Includes

• Race BIB with timing chip
• Professional timing & live results
• Hydration & nutrition support (multiple aid stations)
• Medical support
• Route marking & marshals
• Finisher Medal / Trophies
• Specially curated trophies for podium finishers
• Event photography
• Insurance coverage

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Eligibility

Participants must be medically fit.

Minimum age: 18 years (100K / 75K / 50K)

Organizers reserve the right to request qualifying credentials for ultra distances.

Mandatory Gear (100K – Night Start)

For 100 KM participants:

Headlamp (mandatory)

Backup light or battery

Reflective gear recommended

Participants without mandatory gear may not be allowed to start.

Cut-Off Policy

Strict cut-offs will be enforced.

Participants missing intermediate cut-offs may be withdrawn for safety reasons.

Organizer decisions on cut-offs are final.

Safety & Insurance

All participants are covered under event insurance.

Medical aid and ambulances will be stationed strategically.

Organizers reserve the right to modify route or timing due to weather or safety concerns.

Disqualification

Participants may be disqualified for:

Route deviation

Littering

Unsportsmanlike behavior

External pacing (unless officially allowed)

Ignoring safety instructions

Refund & Transfer Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable.

Transfer policies (if any) will be communicated separately.

Media Consent

By registering, participants consent to the use of their photographs/videos for event promotion.

 FAQs

Q. Is the route fully vehicle-free and Is night running safe for 100K?

Lavasa provides controlled and very low to zero traffic roads. Safety marshals and route control will be deployed. Routes are safe, however Headlamps are mandatory for 100K runners

Q. Are aid stations well stocked?

Aid stations will include:

Water

Electrolytes

Basic nutrition

Medical support

Placement is based on distance (~7 KM) and terrain logic.

Q. Can I downgrade distance?

Downgrade requests (if permitted) must be made before bib allocation

Q. Is there an age category prize?

Yes. Prizes are distributed for:

Male & Female

Below 50 & Above 50

Q. What happens in case of extreme weather?

Organizers reserve the right to delay, pause, reroute, or cancel the race in the interest of participant safety.