Registration

The Antarctic Ice Marathon is run over the classic 42.195km (26.2 miles) marathon distance. The race encompasses an individual competiton, with male and female divisions. There is also an option to run a half marathon, the Frozen Continent Half Marathon, which commences at the same time as the marathon.

1. The Antarctic Ice Marathon is run over the classic marathon distance of 42.2km (26.2 miles).

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2. There is a half-marathon option called the 'Frozen Continent Half Marathon' that is operated concurrently with the marathon event.

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3. The registration fee covers entry to either the marathon / half marathon.

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4. Individual results of the races will be categorized into male and female divisions.

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5. A time limit of 6 hours may be imposed on the half marathon, and 10 hours for the marathon.

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6. Runbuk Inc reserves the right to refuse entry to the race if an intending participant is deemed unsuitable for the event.

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7. Any athlete who exhibits severe conditions that are deemed detrimental to their health may be withdrawn from the race by officials or stopped temporarily while appropriate treatment and advice is administered.

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8. The Race Director's decisions are final.

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By submitting the registration form you accept these Rules & Regulations.

Both editions follow the same provisional schedule. All dates are provisional and every effort will be made to keep to them, but all flights are subject to weather, aircraft serviceability, and local conditions.

The standard entry fee is $22,500 USD.

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Early-bird full payment: pay in full at the time of registration and the fee is reduced by US$600 to US$21,900 — provided full payment is received by December 31, 2025 (for the 2026 race) or December 31, 2026 (for the 2027 race).

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The entry fee includes:

• Entry to your race of choice (marathon or half marathon)
• Briefing in Punta Arenas one day prior to departure
• Round trip flights from Punta Arenas to Antarctica
• Transfers to and from Punta Arenas airport, Chile for Antarctic flight
• Meals and tented accommodation while in Antarctica
• A Baggage allowance of up to 55lbs (25kg) on Punta Arenas-Union Glacier flight
• Medal, t-shirts, patches and other souvenirs of the race
• Professional photos for personal use (and local publication)

Should the cost of fuel to Runbuk (including, without limitation, any fuel price increase surcharge charged to Runbuk by its logistics provider) increase by more than 5% between the date falling ten (10) months prior to the actual date of departure of the Antarctic Ice Marathon and the actual date of departure, Runbuk shall be entitled to charge each participant a fuel price increase surcharge. Such surcharge shall apply equally to all participants regardless of their individual registration dates, shall be passed through on a pro-rata basis, and shall not exceed the corresponding amount charged to Runbuk by its logistics provider.

For the 2026 Antarctic Ice Marathon / Half Marathon, the installment plan is available as follows:

• The 1st payment of $7,500 USD at the time of registration to reserve a place;
• The 2nd payment of $7,500 USD payable by December 1, 2025.
• The remaining $7,500 should be received by June 1, 2026.

Sign-ups after June 1, 2026, will be subject to the full registration fee of $22,500, provided spots are still available.

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For the 2027 Antarctic Ice Marathon / Half Marathon, the installment plan is available as follows:

• The 1st payment of $7,500 USD at the time of registration to reserve a place;
• The 2nd payment of $7,500 USD payable by December 1, 2026.
• The remaining $7,500 should be received by June 1, 2027.

    Alternatively, full payment of  $21,900 USD to firmly secure a place will be accepted on initial registration.

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The preferred payment method is bank wire transfer. Please contact Oliver Wang at ow@icemarathon.com for the necessary bank details. Bank transfer fees must be covered by the sender. Credit card payments are accepted but are subject to a 3% processing fee.

If you cancel your registration, the cancellation fee equals the total amount you have paid to date, which is non-refundable, subject to the following:

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For the 2026 Antarctic Ice Marathon / Half Marathon, if you have to cancel your registration, the following cancellation policies apply:

• Cancellations before July 2025 can be charged $300.
• Cancellations between July 1 and November 30, 2025 can be charged $7,500.
• Cancellations between December 1, 2025 and May 31, 2026 can be charged $15,000.
• Cancellations after June 1, 2026 can be charged the full entry fee of $22,500.

For the 2027 Antarctic Ice Marathon / Half Marathon, if you have to cancel your registration, the following cancellation policies apply:

• Cancellations before July 2026 can be charged $300.
• Cancellations between July 1 and November 30, 2026 can be charged $7,500.
• Cancellations between December 1, 2026 and May 31, 2027 can be charged $15,000.
• Cancellations after June 1, 2027 can be charged the full entry fee of $22,500.

The fee will never exceed the total amount you have actually paid.

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Each participant is responsible for their own insurance to cover trip cancellation and interruption.

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In the event of withdrawal, every effort will be made to find a replacement competitor rather than charge any fee, and this is normally completely feasible. A withdrawing competitor may also transfer their place directly to another person. Entries will not be transferred to a future year.

Mandatory: Emergency medical evacuation insurance for Antarctica. This can usually be obtained for about US$100, and registered competitors will be advised on the simplest means of obtaining it.

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Strongly recommended: Trip cancellation and interruption insurance. Injuries, weather-related delays, and other disruptions can occur in this extreme environment, and the organizers cannot be held responsible for such issues. WorldTrips is the recommended provider; please add "Adventure Sports" coverage for a minimal extra fee. Other providers may also be suitable, and competitors will be advised on the options.

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I certify that I will have adequate insurance to cover unanticipated trip cancellation / interruption and any injury or damage that may occur on the trip or that I may suffer while participating — or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself.

All participants must be in excellent health and capable of comfortably completing their chosen race. Please consult your doctor before entering. Emergency medical evacuation insurance for Antarctica is mandatory (see Insurance above).

Antarctica itself has no entry, visa, or travel-document requirements. However, because the expedition travels via Punta Arenas, Chile, you must hold a passport valid beyond your return date, together with the appropriate Chilean visa if one applies to your nationality. The organizers will assist with any supporting documentation needed for visas. Participants must also meet the destination's vaccination requirements and provide vaccination records or certificates when required.

There are limits to how much baggage each participant can bring. The baggage allowance travelling from Punta Arenas to Antarctica is 25kg.

I understand that during the race or in related activities, I may be photographed, filmed, and/or videotaped. I agree to allow my name, photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate promotional purpose by the event holders, producers, sponsors, organisers and assigns. (In cases where there are Army Special Forces involved, Runbuk Inc will agree to protect identities as requested – it is most likely that all athletes will be wearing facemasks in the event).

I acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in the Antarctic Ice Marathon and that I have carefully read and understand the description, terms, conditions and recommendations of the expedition. I am participating in this trip with full knowledge of the hazards involved in such an endeavor. I also realize that the dates of the trip may change from those specified on this form.

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I also understand that Runbuk, Inc works with a specialist polar logistics company in the organization and promotion of the Antarctic Ice Marathon races and that I must complete their standard polar travel forms.

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I understand that Antarctica is the most remote and one of the most inhospitable and undeveloped regions of the planet. Logistics problems are enormous, the weather ferocious and unpredictable. Delays of days or even weeks must be anticipated.

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I understand that the risks of traveling and competing in the Antarctic include, without limitation, extreme weather conditions can change rapidly and without warning; that temperatures in December at Union Glacier can fall below -40 degrees Celsius, with wind chills even lower; that bad weather and aircraft malfunction could strand the expedition for many days; that prolonged exposure to the Antarctic environment can even cause loss of fingers, toes, and body parts due to frostbite, or loss of life due to hypothermia, dehydration and other means.

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Furthermore I understand that participating in physical activities such as running in the Antarctic area may, in a worst-case scenario, place me at risk of death from the frigid conditions. I fully understand that I am in a remote region devoid of many medical supplies and facilities, as well as rapid evacuation capabilities.

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In consideration of being permitted to participate in this trip, I fully assume responsibility upon myself for such bodily, mental, and financial injuries caused by, but not limited to various surface transportation, accidents, aircraft malfunctions, hazards of traveling in the Antarctic environment, forces of nature, civil unrest, terrorism, and other perils. I freely assume these and all other risks inherent in this Antarctic expedition, in exchange for the thrill and adventure of traveling to Antarctica.

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I hereby assume all risks, including those mentioned above, as a result of my participation.

In consideration of the services of Runbuk Inc, agents, owners, race director, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, sponsors, medical personnel and all other persons, or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf: I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge them, on behalf of myself, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and estate as follows:

I release Runbuk, Inc. (433 Airport Blvd. Suite 415, Burlingame, CA 94010, USA)) and all of its agents and representatives or other entities acting on their behalf from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, suits, debts, and demands that I may have for bodily injury, death, or property damage, loss of income, delays and claims of every sort and nature whatsoever which may arise out of or in connection with my participation in the Antarctic Ice Marathon.

Runbuk, Inc. reserves the right to cancel the Antarctic Ice Marathon if it does not reach the minimum number of participants required to make it economically feasible. Competitors will be informed by June 30, 2026 (for the 2026 race) and by June 30, 2027 (for the 2027 race). The refund of all monies received will be the limit of our liability; we will not be liable for other costs you incur in preparing for the trip. In the event of a late cancellation of the race due to unforeseen circumstances, Runbuk, Inc. will provide the same trip at the next possible opportunity at no additional cost to the competitor.

The validity, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of California, United States of America. The parties hereby irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of California USA as regards any claim, dispute, or matter arising out of, or in connection with this Agreement.

This event has no separate paper signature step. By checking "I agree to the event terms and conditions" and submitting the registration form, I confirm that I have carefully read and understand the description, terms, conditions, and recommendations of the Antarctic Ice Marathon; that I am participating with thorough knowledge of the hazards involved; and that my electronic acceptance constitutes my signature and has the same legal effect as a handwritten signature on this Agreement.