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The Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland is one of those mythical places that captures the imagination and lures travelers with a promise of raw, wild beauty and limitless opportunity for adventure; those who have never been dream of it, and those who have yearn to return. We have long dreamt of creating an adventure in the far north to run amongst the volcanoes, glaciers, crashing waterfalls, enormous lava fields and bubbling hot springs, and this summer has provided the perfect opportunity to finally make it happen. We can’t think of a better place to break our travel hiatus!

We’ve teamed with a local Icelandic partner to bring you dreamy trail running amidst otherworldly landscapes and we are going to pack a whole lot of it into just one week! There will be running of course, but there will also be river rafting, wildlife spotting, waterfall viewing, a visit to a currently erupting volcano (!!) and plenty of chances to kick back and soak it all in from the nearest natural hot spring.

Along the way we will stay at comfy guesthouses, sample all kinds of great local cuisine, settle into the rhythm of Icelandic summer life during those loooong daylight hours and get the full geological tour of one the world's most fascinating landscapes.

ITINERARY

Please note that the itinerary is subject to minor adjustments due to weather, logistical considerations, etc. Use the arrows at the top of the photo to scroll through the itinerary!

Run Baja Itinerary

DAY 1: ¡ BIENVENIDOS A MEXICO !

Meet us at the Los Cabos airport, where we’ll immediately head for the colorful Pacific coastal village of Todos Santos. The only officially designated Pueblo Mágico in Baja, Todos Santos is a vibrant study in contrasts: dirt roads and boutique hotels, ancient cacti and crashing surf, sunbaked hills and swaying palm groves, tamale vendors and cocktail bars. We’ll get settled into our hotel, an impeccably restored historical building right in the center of town that we’ll call home for the next two nights and then head out for a short sunset shakeout through a palm oasis and onto a gorgeous beach. That evening we’ll officially welcome you to Baja with introductions, a multi-course farm-to-table dining experience by one of the top chefs in Mexico and details on our first official run, happening the following morning!

Running: 3-4 mile shakeout run
Meals: Meals: D (dinner) included

DAY 2: PACIFIC SPLENDOR AND A GOLDEN HOUR DINNER

Wake up with the sun for coffee and a light breakfast before lacing up for our first run, which will start right from town! We’ll head down a dirt road lined with regal cardón cacti until we reach the ocean, then head up, up, up for spectacular clifftop single track trails with sea lions barking and surf crashing below. The route will eventually loop us back down to the water, where we’ll be treated to an oceanfront feast that you’ll never forget. The afternoon will be yours - wander town and explore the shops and galleries, kick back with a rooftop beverage or simply nap by the pool. Early in the evening we will regroup and head a few miles out of town for an unforgettable sunset dinner on the beach; you’ll want to bring your camera and lose the shoes for this one!

Running: up to 8 mi/13km; 1000ft / 300m gain; single track trail and dirt road
Meals: BLD included

DAY 3: THE CACTUS FOREST

Today we depart the coast and head for El Triunfo, a historical gold and silver mining town nestled within the rugged Sierra de la Laguna mountains. Once the most populated place in Baja California Sur, today the town has just over 300 residents and nearly as many varieties of cactus - many of which we’ll spot during our run! The singletrack route will lead us away from town, through a veritable forest of cacti before looping back to the historic mine and, eventually, our hotel. We’ll have lunch at a great little local spot, then enjoy downtime at our quirky, cozy cabanas back in El Triunfo. Later that afternoon we’ll take a short drive down a bumpy dirt road to an even smaller town for a guided walk through an amazing cactus sanctuary and a hearty homemade feast of traditional interior specialties.

Running: up to 7 mi / 13km; 800ft / 250m gain; single track trail & dirt road
Meals: B, L, D included

DAY 4: BOAT RUN BOAT!

Ready for a big day out?!

As the sun rises we’ll grab breakfast and head east, to the powdery white beaches and sparkling turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortés where we’ll board a short boat shuttle to the start point of our run. The route follows a series of clifftop trails that dip down to four different beaches along the way, each more stunning than the last; this one may be short on distance, but the climbing and the views of what many people say is the most beautiful beach in Mexico are sure to satisfy! Afterward we’ll board the boat once more and head out for an unforgettable afternoon cruising and snorkeling around Isla Espíritu Santo, an uninhabited and environmentally protected island with an astonishingly diverse array of sea life both above and beneath its waters. That evening we’ll head back to our cabanas and cap of the day with a gourmet pizza dinner at a hidden little spot that we can’t wait to show you!

Running: up to 4 mi/5km; 800ft / 250m gain; single track trail, sandy beach
Meals: B, L, D included

DAY 5: THE CORTÉS CRUISE

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before we pack up and take a short drive back to the east coast of the peninsula for a mid-morning run that goes for miles and miles along a quiet dirt road with sweeping ocean views (and high potential for whale sightings!) the entire time. We’ll finish in Los Barilles, which happens to be home to one of our favorite little taco shops. Once fed, rehydrated and sufficiently chilled out we will head further south, leaving civilization behind and traveling through what feels like the middle of nowhere, where the roads turn to sand and the ocean views stretch as far as the eye can see. Juuuust when you begin to question where on earth we’re taking you, we’ll arrive to our home-away-from-home for the final two nights and, trust us… you won’t ever want to leave.

Running: up to 10 mi / 16km; 600ft / 200m gain; dirt road
Meals: B, L, D included

DAY 6: THE GRAND FINALE

If there’s anything worth leaving ‘home’ for, this grand finale of a run is it! After breakfast we’ll head for Cabo Pulmo, a tiny beach village and national park that is home to both the last living hard coral reef in North America and a spectacular singletrack mountain trail network. This run includes a fantastic sampler of these trails, which will involve some challenging climbs, unique desert flora and 360* views of the ocean and surrounding mountain wilderness. It finishes - naturally - at another beachfront taco shop where we’ll refuel and relax before heading back to our ecolodge for downtime and a final multi-course sunset dinner above the ocean.

Running: up to 10 mi / 16km; 1400 ft / 430m gain; single track trail & dirt road
Meals: B, L, D included

DAY 7: DEPARTURE DAY

Today is departure day, but we’ll enjoy a relaxed morning with plenty of time for a jog or stroll down to the beach for one last jaw-dropping sunrise and a final big breakfast. After a reluctant goodbye it will be time to head back to Los Cabos, where we’ll ensure that you’re at the airport with plenty of time to catch your flights home.

Running: no organized run; option to OYO from the lodge
Meals: B included

PRICING & DETAILS

DATES: July 27 - August 2, 2021

COST
Due to the “pop-up” nature of this trip, deposits are non-refundable and balances must be paid no later than June 25, 2021. This trip is for those who are all-in and ready to roll!

Price: $4895 per person

COST INCLUDES

Pre-trip guidance + communication
On-trip transportation and drivers
Six nights in comfortable, unique three and four-star hotels or guesthouses (double occupancy)
Six organized runs and hikes with flexible distance options
Experienced team of Rogue Expeditions + local Icelandic trip leaders & run guides
All meals + snacks from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 7
All drinking water + coffee/tea with breakfast
River rafting, visit to the Blue Lagoon, Lava Centre entry and all sightseeing fees/permits (waterfalls and geysirs and erupting volcanoes too!)
Drop off at Keflavík Airport on August 2 (please book departures NO earlier than 3pm) or at a hotel in Reykjavic if you choose to extend your stay
Rogue Expeditions tech shirt & buff
Experiences that you'll remember forever!

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

Flight (please see flight requirements below)
Arrival day transport from the airport (this is due to current test-on-arrival rules; we will provide registered runners with easy options for getting to the hotel, and if rules change before the trip begins will arrange a group pickup to make things even easier!)
Alcohol and beverages other than water (note: coffee is provided with breakfasts)
Travel Insurance (get it!)
Personal purchases/souvenirs
Any COVID-19 testing related expenses (test on arrival is mandatory and free; any testing required to re-enter your home country or costs stemming from a positive test result is at your own expense. See below for all COVID-related info)

GROUP SIZE
There will be a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 runners. If we do not meet the minimum by June 25 then this trip will not run; we will let registered runners know the moment that the minimum has been met!

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

As of July 1, vaccinated travelers will no longer be required to take a test on arrival. This means that you are welcome to arrive on July 27, though we still suggest arriving a day early for a chance to explore Reykjavic and as a buffer in case of flight delays/cancellations or an unexpected change to entry rules. There are very simple shuttle options from the airport to the city, and we will arrange a group pickup on the 27th for everyone who arrives early. We will email registered participants with more info and assistance!
Please book return flights NO earlier than 3pm on August 2 (and later is even better). At the time of writing, negative test results are required to re-enter the US, UK and Canada. We suggest adding an additional night in Reykjavic to ensure time to receive test results for re-entry into your home country, or book a flight in the evening; there is now a rapid testing center available near the airport, and we can arrange to get you there before your flight. There is also a “home test” option that will allow Americans to have results in time for an August 2 flight. We will keep the group updated on the latest over the coming weeks and make everything as simple as possible for everyone!
Full, frequently updated travel information is available from the Icelandic tourism board here. But in a nutshell, here’s the deal:
Iceland is one of the first countries in the world to reopen to tourists, and the government has laid out very clear procedures for those who would like to visit. As of July 1 2021, there are two different sets of rules for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers:
If you’re vaccinated, things are very simple:
- Before departure you’ll need to register electronically with Icelandic authorities (we will provide steps for this).
- You’ll need to provide proof of your vaccination on arrival in Iceland.
If you’re not vaccinated, this probably isn’t the time to visit Iceland but you technically could, if you’re willing to quarantine. Click here for the current requirements.
Please note that travel insurance is strongly recommended. Although we hope you never need it, we've seen enough to know that it can be a lifesaver in the event of a medical emergency, flight delays that cause you to miss the start of the trip, lost baggage, last minute cancellation (break your leg two weeks before departure? Insurance could cover the entire cost of your trip!) or last-minute changes to border rules that prevent you from joining the trip.

FAQS & COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS
Please note that this trip will only run if we are confident that it can be done in a reasonably safe, enjoyable and of course legal manner, and that all participants must be willing to abide by any and all safety measures that Icelandic government officials and/or our guides deem necessary during this trip.

Iceland has been one of the least affected countries in the world when it comes to the pandemic and is making steady progress with its domestic vaccination program; the expectation is that a significant portion of the population will be vaccinated by the end of July. Masks are currently required on public transport and in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained between strangers, but everything is generally open and functioning normally; we will update all registered runners on current local rules prior to departure.

Given the current situation and enthusiasm for tourism in Iceland, we feel confident that this trip will happen as planned, and will be an amazing experience for all!

FAQS
The rules are a bit different than usual for this trip, given the quick turnaround time. You can find the trip-specific FAQs and cancellation policy here.

CONTACT
Sean Meehan at sean@roguexpeditions.com

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