Desert Ultramarathon Challenge 2026
A Historic Guinness World Record Attempt in Jordan
Event Name: Desert Ultramarathon Challenge 2026
Location: Jordan β Petra, Wadi Rum, Wadi Araba, Dead Sea region
Duration: 32 days β June 5th to July 6th, 2026
Total Distance: 1,350 km of continuous desert running
Terrain: 100% desert sand
Record Category:
Most marathon distances completed on sand in one month (Team of 2)
(Officially approved by Guinness World Records)
Organized by: Desert Paramours Tours β Jordan
Experience: Ultra-marathon organization since 2003
Mission:
To set a new global endurance milestone while showcasing Jordanβs natural heritage, tourism potential, and leadership in sustainable desert sports.
Vision:
Place Jordan on the international map as the leading destination for desert-based adventure tourism.
π―π΄ Salameh Al Aqra β Jordan
World-renowned desert ultramarathon champion
Nicknamed βThe Lion of the Desertβ
π Winner of Marathon des Sables Morocco & many global titles
π©πͺ Tanja Braun β Germany
Elite ultrarunner with international achievements
Strong ambassador for women in endurance athletics
04 β Supporting Athletes
4 international runners will join sections of the route, including:
β Robert KereΕΎi β Slovenia
Ultra & adventure runner across deserts and mountains
Author and endurance ambassador
More athletes to be announced soon.
π Lands of global heritage and natural wonder
Petra β Wonder of the World
Wadi Rum β UNESCO World Heritage Desert
Wadi Araba β Wild open landscapes
South Dead Sea Desert Basin β Lowest point on Earth
JordanβSaudi Border Desert β Deep desert endurance
Daily distances: 42β50 km
Checkpoint every 10β15 km
4Γ4 support + medical + media escort
06 β Safety & Operations
Trained medical team on rotation
Real-time GPS tracking and communication
Nutrition and hydration support at checkpoints
4Γ4 fleet escorting athletes
Environmental protection protocols:
Community-based supply support
π₯ Full professional German film crew
π¬ Production of an international documentary film
π² Daily content on all social media platforms
π Press coverage in Jordan, Europe & beyond
π
Branding recognition in Guinness World Records content
30M+ impressions across platforms
08 β Sustainability & Purpose
π± Environmental sustainability
π Climate change awareness in desert ecosystems
π€ Supporting local communities through:
Collaboration with local guides & services
Promoting cultural heritage
Brand Exposure
β Featured in global media + documentary
β Logo on athlete gear, vehicles, checkpoints
β Visibility across 32 days of live storytelling
β Association with a world record achievement
Marketing Opportunities
β Premium content usage rights
β Athlete endorsements
β Integration in campaigns
Custom partnership packages available on request
11 β Required Partnerships
Travel & logistics (airlines)
4x4 vehicles & fuel assistance
Nutrition, hydration & supplements
Radio & GPS communication
Camping & medical equipment
Accommodation partnerships
Together we will deliver a historic achievement.
β World-class desert terrain
β Strong government support for tourism
β Safe, accessible, and globally recognized attractions
β Perfect environment for endurance and film production
The desert is more than a landscape β it is a story waiting to be told.
13 β Contact Information
Desert Paramours Tours β Jordan
Yousef Abdurabeh Al-Hasanat
General Manager
π§ [email protected]
π± +962 777 282 730
web: www.desertparamours.net/a-world-record-attempt
π Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1UYJDyN1g5/
Together⦠We Make History Run