Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon
The World's Highest Marathon: Start at Everest Base Camp at 5,364 Metres.
Race day
29
May 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon took place on May 29, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 Tenzing Hillary Everest MarathonThe World's Highest Marathon: Start at Everest Base Camp at 5,364 Metres.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Friday 29 May 2026Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:00 local (Asia/Kathmandu)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half MarathonCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Location | Kathmandu, Bagmati, NepalCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start area | Everest Base Camp, Khumbu, Solukhumbu District, NepalConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $1,300–$2,000Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Course | Trail · Point to point · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 2,600 mCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 250 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Everest Marathon OrganisationCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Official website | everestmarathon.comOrganizer · 24 May 2026 | Organizer | 24 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Start at Everest Base Camp (5,364m) — the world's highest marathon descending through Sherpa villages and prayer flags.
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Best For
Runners comparing trail race options
Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon options around Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
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Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with trail surface, point to point course, certified course, 2600 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon is currently listed for May 29, 2026, which makes the May planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include trail surface, point to point course, certified course, 2600 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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