Unveiling Earth's Biodiversity at the Huairasinchi Adventure Racing World Championship 2024

In 2014 Huairasinchi  hosted the Adventure Racing World Championship, crossing the high Andes  at latitude 0, with one checkpoint placed on the equator.

A decade later, in November 2024, Huairasinchi will host the ARWC  again, and this time the race will be different. Teams will embark on  an unforgettable journey of 700 kilometers of magnificent bio-diversity  in the southern regions of Ecuador. The race will have jungle,  mountains, rivers, lakes and coastline, without any prolonged exposure  to high altitude. This multi-day endurance event promises to take teams  on a transformative experience, blending culture, competition, and  camaraderie in an unprecedented way.

Organized by Proyecto Aventura, the 2024 Huairasinchi Adventure Race  marks an incredible milestone of two decades. Over the span of 20 years,  Proyecto Aventura has stood at the forefront of reshaping adventure  racing in Ecuador, offering a platform for the boldest spirits to test  their limits.

Speaking about the award of the World Championship to Ecuador the  ARWS CEO, Heidi Muller, said; “Huairasinchi has staged more ARWS  Qualifiers than any other event and has a reputation as one of the most  beautiful and challenging races in the series.  Many teams have Ecuador  on their bucket list and they can be sure the organization at Proyecto  Aventura will put all of their expertise from 20 years of organizing  expedition races into the 2024 World Championship.

“I also know how  passionate they are about showing visitors the incredible diversity in  nature and culture in Ecuador, and that the race will be a  once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore this amazing country.”

Nestled  in the heart of South America, Huairasinchi invites thrill-seekers and  adventurers to explore Ecuador's stunning landscapes. This isn't just a  race; it's a fully immersive experience that will propel teams on an  unparalleled expedition. Racers will encounter rugged paths, the lofty  Andes, and an immersion in the untamed beauty of jungle and cloud  forests.

Where Culture and Adventure Collide

The adventure kicks off in the enchanting region of Southern Ecuador.  This beautiful region is adorned with colonial architecture and a  fusion of indigenous and Spanish influences. Teams will traverse  cobblestone streets while retracing the steps of ancient Cañari  civilizations.

From Peaks to Depths: Embrace the Thrill

Teams will use pre-Hispanic trails across the Andes to reach lower  lands.  The Huairasinchi course will guide teams into the lush embrace  of the lowlands – a mosaic of jungle and cloud forest that demands  adaptability and resilience.

Prepared for Triumph

Huairasinchi isn't just an event; it's a life-altering journey.  Whether you're an experienced adventurer or a newcomer seeking the  ultimate test of courage, this race promises the adventure of a  lifetime.  As well as the full 700km World Championship course, there  will be a 350km Adventure course.

As the Adventure  Racing World Championship 2024, it motivates you to leave your mark  among the world's boldest adventurers, all while surrounded by the  mysteries of nature.

Race Director Santiago López encouraged teams to take up this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

¨We are thrilled to plan a magnificent event with a totally new route  in unexplored locations in southern Ecuador. The experience we acquired  in the past World Championship will help us to create a dream event in  one of the most diverse places on earth. Culture, nature and wild  terrain will be part of an expedition you will never forget.¨

Join us for Huairasinchi, the Adventure Racing World Championship 2024, in Ecuador!   For more information visit www.arwc2024.com and www.huairasinchi.com

Adventure Racing World Championship Ecuador 2024 - Huairasinchi

Date; November 13-25th 2024 Venue; Southern Ecuador Disciplines; Mountain Bike, Trail Run/Trek, Packraft, Navigation, Ropes Distances; ARWC 700 km / ARWC Adventure 350 km Timing: ARWC 4.5 days / ARWC Adventure 2.5 days Course Open; ARWC 8 days / ARWC Adventure 4days Categories: ARWC Mixed teams of 4 / ARWC Adventure: teams of 4: Mixed / Women / Men Logistics: Unsupported Boats; Packrafts not provided by the organization Equipment; Standard ARWS equipment list Prize Money; $50,000 USD total prize pool Awards; 1st place receives free entry to ARWC 2025 Registration; Registration opens in January 2024

The Adventure Racing World Series brings together the best endurance  athletes in the world to compete at expedition length races in iconic  locations.  Competing in the 2024 ARWC will be the aim for teams racing  in a series of 10 qualifiers throughout the year. The winners of ARWS  Regional Championships on each continent will also qualify to be on the  start line in Ecuador.

For a full list of the 2024 ARWS Qualifiers and regional races around the world see www.arworldseries.com