The Bhatti Lakes Ultra is one of India’s most iconic and unforgiving ultra running events — a proving ground carved into the rocky, sun-scorched trails of the Aravalli range, just 30 km from Delhi. Now in its 13th edition, this GlobeRacers event runs across 23–25 October 2026, offering distances from 20 KM all the way to a brutal 220 KM — making it one of the longest and most demanding ultra events on the Indian running calendar.
Started as GlobeRacers’ second-ever race, the Bhatti Lakes Ultra has grown into a legend. No spectators. No shortcuts. No distractions. Just you, your grit, and a trail that never ends.
Drop bag allowances by category:
Location: Bhatti Lakes, Aravalli Range — 30 km from Delhi city limits.
Accommodation: Recommended near Delhi, Faridabad, or Kalkaji for easier trail access.
Travel: Reach Delhi from any major city, then arrange private transport to the race venue. No public transport directly to the race start.
Permits & Visas: Foreign nationals require a valid Indian visa. Walkie-talkies and satellite phones require prior permits to bring into India.
Qualification requirements vary by distance:
Crew rules for ultra distances:
All participants must undergo a complete medical check covering all vitals at least one week before the race, and receive clearance from their physician to run.
Runners in all ultra categories should carry headlamps, reflective gear, and a whistle as mandatory equipment. Full mandatory gear list is provided in the confirmation letter after registration.
Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. However, under extenuating circumstances, runners may write to the Race Director to request a rollover to any other GlobeRacers race in the current or next year’s calendar.
The loop-format course set in the Aravalli range takes runners through rocky sections, sandy patches, thorny paths, troughs, gorges, and stretches of trail with zero shade cover. Day temperatures reach mid-to-high 30s °C, dropping to the teens at night.
You can register online on Zen Mountain by selecting your race distance (20K to 200K) and completing payment.
Yes, Bhatti Lakes Ultra 2026 is listed on Zen Mountain.
The event offers seven distances: 20 KM, 30 KM, 50 KM, 80 KM, 100 KM, 160 KM, 200 KM, and a 24-hour timed format.
The 20 KM and 30 KM XTrail categories have no eligibility requirement. The ultra categories from 50 KM upwards require proof of previous race experience.
The race is held in the Aravalli range at Bhatti Lakes, approximately 30 km from Delhi city limits, near the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, Faridabad.
The 50 KM starts at 6:00 AM on 24 October 2026 and has an 8-hour cut-off, finishing by 2:00 PM the same day.
The fee includes aid station support, stove facilities, tents (for 100 KM and above), night-time route safety, finisher medal, and digital certificate. Race T-shirts are optional and can be added for ₹1,200.
Yes. Crew members are required for 100-mile and 200 KM runners (minimum 2 and 4 respectively). All crew members must be registered at ₹1,500 each and will receive crew tags on race day. No crew member without a registered tag will be allowed on the route.
Expect temperatures in the mid-to-high 30s °C during the day and teens at night. The trail has minimal shade, so sun protection, strong hydration, and electrolyte management are critical.