Event information
Probably the most internationally recognised race in the circuit, Malnad Ultra is conducted in Karnataka's coffee-growing highlands. The event is part of the Asia Trail Masters circuit and serves as a qualifier for the Western States Endurance Run.
The race combines highly runnable sections with steep climbs. Participants move through mist-covered plantations, rainforest patches, and classic Malnad landscapes. Elevation sits between roughly 800–1,500 metres. The volunteer support and race organisation are frequently praised by the Indian trail-running community.
Terrain
Best for
- First-time ultra trail runners
- Runners seeking world-class organisation
- Those wanting a mix of speed and climbing
Day-by-day itinerary
Athlora stay packages
Run the hills. We handle the rest.
Every package covers your stay, your meals, race-day support and Athlora merchandise. You show up and race.
Bunk / Dorm
Solo — a bed in a shared room with other Athlora runners
from ₹8,472 / person
Twin Sharing
A private room for 1 or 2 — book solo and we’ll match you
from ₹9,884 / person
Solo Private
The whole room to yourself — no roommate, ever
from ₹14,326 / person
Small Group / Family
A private room or cottage for 4 to 5 — minimum 4 to book
from ₹9,178 / person
Your package
Bunk / Dorm — Standard
Dorm cottages sleeping up to 8 runners, shared bathrooms, bunk beds.
₹8,472
per person · 2 nights · with transport
Stay only (no transport): ₹5,500 / person
What your stay looks like
A sprawling working plantation where the cottages sit among the coffee and pepper rows. Caretaker on call, estate coffee on tap, and a private waterfall on the land. It feels less like a hotel and more like a race camp in the hills — which is exactly the point the night before an ultra.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Estate coffee
- Bonfire
- Trekking
- Cycling
- Indoor & outdoor games
- Plantation walk
- Barbecue
- Private waterfall
Everything that's included
- Return AC road transport from Bengaluru (Cubbon Park & Airport pickup)
- Homestay accommodation near Mallanduru, Chikkamagaluru
- Meals as listed for your chosen stay
- Bib collection assistance
- Shakeout run and pre-race briefing
- Race-day transfers to and from the start line
- Bonfire evening with the Athlora crew
- Athlora race merchandise
Price breakdown — 2 nights
- Package · 1 runner × ₹8,472
- ₹8,472
- Taxes (5%)
- ₹424
₹8,896
Best for
Solo runners who want the community energy of bunking with other Athlora participants. The bonfire and the plantation trek make this the most social option on the list.
Both buttons open WhatsApp with your package and amount filled in — we'll send the payment link to match.
Rates are per person for the full trip length, before tax. Race registration is booked separately by you.
Need something different? A private cab instead of the group tempo traveller, a different pickup point, dietary requirements — anything. Message us and we'll sort it. We're runners too.
Want to make a proper trip of it? Stay four nights and see Chikkamagaluru properly — estate walks, waterfalls, Mullayanagiri. Message us and we'll build the package around you.
Cancellation policy
- More than 45 days before the trip start date — 100% refund
- 31 to 45 days before the trip start date — 50% refund
- Less than 30 days before the trip start date — no refund
Not included
- Race registration charges
- Meals marked self-sponsored in the itinerary (Day 1 breakfast & lunch, Day 3 lunch)
- Any additional add-ons
- Personal expenses