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42.2k / 25k

Petra, Jordan

Sand, gravel, asphalt

Challenge yourself to a desert run in legendary settings!

Get ready for an unforgettable race adventure in one of the world’s most iconic and historic locations — Petra, Jordan.

Jordan is a land of rich culture, dramatic desert landscapes, and ancient wonders, making it the perfect backdrop for a truly unique marathon experience.

Starting in the heart of the ancient city of Petra, the Petra Desert Marathon takes you past rock-carved tombs and temples before venturing into the vast, lunar-like terrain of the Jordanian desert, with challenging climbs and breathtaking views.

Join us where history meets endurance!

2025-09-06T06:03:00+0200

Inspiring stories

The experience with Albatros Adventure Marathon was really great. From the booking process, via the pre-information, via the organization in Jordan and the race itself as well as the after party, everything as really well organized and managed by the team!
- Marathon Runner, 2024
By far this was the best race experience ive had and ive tried many international ones. From location, set-up, customer service, accommodation, everything was spot on. Tbh I think is a start to a new addiction.
- Half Marathon Runner, 2024
The Petra Marathon itself was an incredible and very special experience - nothing beats seeing the Treasury at first light, with only other marathon runners there. My friend who was spectating also really enjoyed the experience of having the Treasury almost to himself once the runners had started!
-Half Marathon Runner, 2024
Petra was out of this world; it was amazing walking towards it on the morning of the race & incredible having it to ourselves. The dead sea was a highlight. Hotels were really good, the food was excellent.
- Half Marathon Runner, 2024
La experiencia fue increíble… correr en un lugar tan histórico, con un terreno tan diferente y rodeado de tan bien ambiente hace de la carrera una experiencia increible
- Marathon Runner, 2024
This was my first half marathon, it was harder than I was prepared for, but overall it was 100% worth the effort. The site and the surrounding hills are very impressive, it is hard not to stop at take photos all the way. Great organisation, transportation and accomodation.
- Half Marathon Runner, 2024
The whole experience was amazing. The days at the Dead Sea were beautiful and relaxing. Petra was wonderful. I loved the run it was fabulous and I kept making myself stop to look around at this amazing place. The celebration dinner was great, what a place!
- Half Marathon, 2024
What to say ?? Not only a marathon, this was a wonderful experience with beautiful people and so incredible landscape.
- Marathon Runner, 2024
A return to marathons for me and so glad I got to do this one. Petra is an amazing venue and it did not disappoint. Running this race we got views not many would experience do makes it extra special. The tours and inclusions were mostly worthwhile.
- Marathon Runner, 2024
I picked this race because it checked all the boxes: a running challenge in an amazing location with all the extras (adventure excursions, Petra tours, Dead Sea), it delivered that and more, especially the first point 😆.
- Half Marathon Runner, 2024
Mi experiencia en esta carrera ha sido fantástica y cubrió mis expectativas. Una maravilla poder disfrutar de una carrera en un lugar histórico y natural como es Petra.
- Half Marathon Runner, 2024
Brilliant organisation from start to finish by Albatros. Nothing was too hard to accommodate and their whole team was a joy to work with.
- Marathon Runner, 2024