Push Your Limits
KXT happening on September 5, 2026
Karakoram Xtreme Marathon (KXM) being held on September 4, 2026

Experience the thrill of adventure sports with the KXT Triathlon, featuring breathtaking scenery and an unforgettable challenge.

Karakoram Xtreme Triathlon (KXT)

KXT (full distance/solo/relay) race begins with a 1.5 Km swim in Attabad lake, Hunza valley. It transitions to a bike loop of 180 kms close to Deh, Khunjerab National Park, from where it finally leads to Ganish. The last leg of the race, 39 kms run, will lead you to Hopar glacier.

KXT (half distance/solo/relay) race begins with a 750m swim in Attabad lake, Hunza valley. It transitions to a bike loop of 90 kms enroute towards Deh, Khunjerab National Park, from where it finally leads to Ganish. The last leg of the race, 19 kms run, will lead you to Hopar glacier.

KXT Duathlon (full distance/solo/relay) race begins with a 8 kms run on Karkoram Highway then it transitions to a bike loop of 180 kms close to Deh, Khunjerab National Park, from where it finally leads to Ganish. The last leg of the race, 39 kms run, will lead you to Hopar glacier.

KXT Duathlon (half distance/solo/relay) race begins 4 kms run on Karakoram Highway then it transitions to a bike loop of 90 kms enroute towards Deh, Khunjerab National Park, from where it finally leads to Ganish. The last leg of the race, 19 kms run, will lead you to Hopar glacier.

In 2026, we will be formally launching KXM (Karakoram Xtreme Marathon) full and half distances.

Travel Schedule

Recommended Travel Schedule (2026)

Tuesday, September 1st

Islamabad/Skardu/Hunza

Arrive Islamabad/Skardu (via flight) Drive to Hunza

Wednesday, September 2nd

Skardu/Hunza

Arrive Skardu (via flight) Drive to Hunza

Thursday, September 3rd

Skardu/Hunza

Arrive Skardu (via flight) / Drive to Hunza

KXT/KXM Registration at the Ambiance Hotel, Hunza

Friday, September 4th

Hunza/Attabad Lake

KXM Race Event Day – Kick off

KXT Social Swim – Attabad Lake

KXT Race Briefing (mandatory)

Saturday, September 5th

Hunza/Attabad Lake

KXT Race Event Day – Kick off

Sunday, September 6th

Hunza/Skardu

KXT Closing Ceremony at the Ambiance Hotel

Back to travel arrangements via Skardu

Road travel between Skardu and Hunza can be arranged by the KXT Team through a hired vehicle to enhance your travel experience.

Events Schedule Outline

Following is the schedule (tentative subject to change without any prior notice)

September 4th Karakoram Xtreme Marathon Check-in cutoff 7:15am

Friday Karakoram Xtreme Marathon START 7:30am

Half Marathon Cut-off 11:30am

Full Marathon Cut-off 1:30pm

Karakoram Xtreme Triathlon

Social Swim at Attabad Lake 1:30pm

Race briefing at Ambiance Hotel 4:30pm

Conclusion 6:00pm

Self-paid Dinner at Ambiance Hotel 7:00pm

September 5th Karakoram Xtreme Triathlon Boat Check-in cutoff 6:10am

Saturday Full & Half distances Race Start 6:30am

Full & Half distances

Kindly refer to the Race Book for specific cut-off schedules

Half distance Race cut-off 4:00pm

Full distance Race cut-off 11:30pm

September 6th Karakoram Xtreme Triathlon

Sunday Closing ceremony 10:15am

KXT 2026 ends 11:30am

Events Highlights

For KXT Full (including Duathlon):

Swim: 1.5 km swim in Attabad lake

(Duathlon: 8 kms run loop from and back to Attabad Lake)

Bike: 180 kms bike loop from Attabad lake towards Ganish bridge

Run: 39 kms run from Ganish bridge to Eagles Nest, return to Ganish Bridge then towards Hooper Glacier look out point at Nagar

For KXT Half (including Duathlon):

Swim: 750 m swim in Attabad lake

(Duathlon: 4 kms run loop from and back to Attabad Lake)

Bike: 90 kms bike loop from Attabad lake towards Ganish bridge

Run: 19 kms run from Ganish bridge towards Hooper Glacier look out point at Nagar

For KXM Full:

Run: 39 kms run from Ganish bridge to Eagles Nest, return to Ganish Bridge then towards Hooper Glacier look out point at Nagar

For KXM Half:

Run: 19 kms run from Ganish bridge towards Hooper Glacier look out point at Nagar

In the event of unforeseen circumstances, the Race Director’s decision for both KXT and KXM will be final and must be respected by all athletes, support staff, and athlete supporters.

Mandatory Equipment for KXT/KXM

Swimming:
• Neoprene wetsuit with a minimum thickness of 3 mm (5 mm preferred)
• Neoprene swim cap, gloves, and socks
• Wetsuit is mandatory

Biking:
• Bike must be equipped with front and rear lights
• For detailed bike rules, please refer to the Race Book 2026,

which will be published prior to the event

• Helmet is mandatory

Running:
• Dress appropriately for the weather and ensure you have

necessary nutrition and access to additional apparel as needed
• KXT is a self-supported event; you must rely on your planned

support for nutrition and follow the rules outlined in the Race Book.

Registration Form

For a customized accommodation package, please contact the KXT Team with your specific requirements. They will follow up with options based on your needs. Once confirmed, payment will be required.

The quote will also include the race event fees:
• US$500 – KXT full distance (solo/relay)
• US$250 – KXT half distance (solo/relay)
• US$50 – KXM full distance
• US$25 – KXM half distance

Please use the following link to submit the Registration Form. The Race Team will contact you once it has been received.