The Great Mawla Ghaati Ultra 2026

The Great Mawla Ghaati Ultra 2026

Date: 5th–7th June 2026

Venue: Teakwood Forest Resort, Sr. No. 38, Malegaon-Salawade Road, Bhor, Pune, Maharashtra

Race Type: 100% Self-Supported Mountain Ultra | UTMB World Series Qualifier | ITRA National League

The Sahyadri does not forgive. The sun will scorch, the elevation will crush, and the trail will demand everything you have. Only your grit, endurance, and will to survive will carry you beyond.

Inspired by the fearless Mawla Warriors of Shivaji Maharaj, this race will challenge you on untamed mountain trails, with steep ascents, technical ridges, and zero loops. Every step will test your body, mind, and spirit.

Race Categories

10KM मावळा

Your first handshake with the Ghaati. Wet, slippery, ruthless – short but enough to leave you craving more.

Qualification Criteria: Open to new trail runners. No prior race completion required.

Race Day: Saturday, 6th June 2026 | Start: 6:00 AM | Cut-off: 4 Hours

25KM मावळा

The ridge bites, the rain cuts, and only raw grit carries you forward. Speed is your weapon; endurance is your shield.

Qualification Criteria: Completion of a mountain trail race with 1,000 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Saturday, 6th June 2026 | Start: 5:00 AM | Cut-off: 7 Hours

50KM मावळा

An ultra like no other, full monsoon chaos! Mud, rocks, and torrents test your strength at every step.

Qualification Criteria: Mountain trail/hybrid race with 1,500 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Saturday, 6th June 2026 | Start: 5:00 AM | Cut-off: 14 Hours

75KM मावळा

Steep climbs, relentless rain, and pounding heartbeats. You will bleed, slip, and rise stronger from every fall.

Qualification Criteria: Mountain/hybrid race with 2,000 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Friday, 5th June 2026 | Start: 4:00 AM | Cut-off: 21 Hours

100KM मावळा

Rain-soaked peaks, treacherous descents, and crushing isolation. This is the mountain whispering, daring you to survive.

Qualification Criteria: Mountain race with 2,500 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Friday, 5th June 2026 | Start: 4:00 AM | Intermediate Cut-off @ 45.5 km: 14 Hours | Final Cut-off: 28 Hours

100 Miles मावळा

161 km of merciless monsoon trails. Darkness, hallucinations, and nature at its rawest – only the relentless endure.

Qualification Criteria: Mountain ultra of 100 km+ with 4,000 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Friday, 5th June 2026 | Start: 4:00 AM | Intermediate Cut-off @ 75 km: 22 Hours | Final Cut-off: 44 Hours

200 Miles मावळा

The ultimate Sahyadri trial. 200 miles of continuous mountain wilderness, testing physical, mental, and spiritual limits. This is survival at its purest.

Qualification Criteria: Mountain ultra of 100 km+ with 5,000 m+ elevation gain.

Race Day: Friday, 5th June 2026 | Start: 4:00 AM | Intermediate Cut-off @ 100 km: 28 Hours | Final Cut-off: 90 Hours

Automatic Qualification: Completion of any Jumping Gorilla Mountain Trail race within cut-off qualifies for Mawla Ghaati 2026.

Registration Privileges

• Dry-fit The Great Mawla Ghaati Ultra 2026 T-Shirt
• Cash Prizes
• Magnificent Trophies
• Top 10 Jackets for Fastest 10 Finishers
• Bib with Timing Chip
• Well-stocked Aid Stations
• Finisher Medal & Podium Trophies
• Pre & Post-Race Meals
• Results published on www.thejumpinggorilla.com

Disclaimer & Terms

1. Acknowledgment of Risk: Mountain ultra running is extreme. You accept all risks including injury, exhaustion, or death.
2. Fitness Declaration: You are physically fit and medically cleared to participate. Organizers may deny entry if unfit.
3. Race Rules: Follow all route markings, instructions, and mandatory gear requirements. Deviations may lead to disqualification.
4. Self-Support: Carry personal supplies. Aid stations are limited. Organizers are not responsible for lost items.
5. Weather & Environment: Races occur in all weather, including monsoon. Organizers may modify or cancel for safety reasons.
6. Medical Support: First aid is available. Immediate reporting of injuries is mandatory. Organizers do not guarantee evacuation.
7. Insurance: Participants are encouraged to have personal accident/health insurance. Organizers are not liable for medical costs.
8. Media Consent: Participation allows use of your images/videos for promotion and social media.
9. Liability Waiver: You release Jumping Gorilla, organizers, volunteers, and sponsors from any claims or liabilities.
10. Pacers: For 100 Miles, 100 km, and 200 Miles, pacers are mandatory. Pacers must be registered and tickets booked in advance.
11. Refunds & Cancellation: Registration fees are non-refundable. Organizers may change start times, routes, or categories.
12. Code of Conduct: Respect nature, fellow runners, and local communities. Littering or misconduct may lead to disqualification.
13. Governing Law: Indian law applies. Disputes fall under Pune, Maharashtra jurisdiction.

Race Conditions

Early June: Heavy Rain farther away from the starting point.

Trail: Steep, untamed, zero shortcuts, technical, craggy, historically inspired

Territory: Bhor-Velha-Pune, untrodden Sahyadri ghaati

Historical Inspiration

Shivaray’s Mawla — lean, muscular, sun-tanned, turbaned warriors of the Sahyadri — swift, powerful, fearless.

You will run the same ghati, embracing untamed wilderness, steep ascents, and unbroken mountain trails.

Travel & Accommodation

Packages available at additional cost.

Contact +91 8007 865 823 to book travel, stay, and nutrition support.