The Wadi Bih Run was the brainchild of John Gregory & John Young and this edition marks 28 years since 1993 when a total of 80 hardy souls ran, in relay teams of 5.
Wadi Bih Run returns back with its Hatta edition on the 5th of February, 2021.
This edition of the Hatta run is similar to our previous Hatta run and starts from the Hatta Wadi Hub by Dubai Holding, Hatta, U.A.E.
The run will stay in line with its values of being an escape from the city while still being over rugged terrain and in the mountain, which gives the event a unique flavor.
The overall length of the course is 35Km and is split into 10 stages of different lengths and elevation levels.
This event features two different categories -
Solo: Solo 10Km, Solo 20Km, Solo 35KM and Solo 70KM (6:15 AM mass start)
Teams (5 participants): Team 35Km and Team 70Km (6:30 AM onwards)
1. Teams MUST have a 4x4 vehicle due to the nature of course, without it you wouldn't be allowed to participate. The 4x4 vehicles must be 7 seaters (in order to have 4 pax at the same time with accordance to COVID regulations)
2. Teams MUST comprise of 5 members, with at least 1 female runner in order to eligible for prizes. It is possible to have even only 3 members in a team with no female runner, but you wouldn't be eligible for prizes.
3. Support stations are available only for Solo runners. Teams must be self-sufficient.
4. Race pack bags can be collected from the registration desk at the venue.
5. Camping spaces available, however, participants must bring their own equipment/gear.
The rapid spread of the COVID-19 has created an unprecedented situation with implications for every aspect of life.
Rest assured, we've taken necessary precautions and have implemented all the recommended COVID-19 guidelines to ensure the safety of all the participants at the event. 

All downloadable files are available on our website (including GPX track), under "maps & downloads" section.

• Important points:

  The run start point is from Hatta Hub and will follow an exclusive route in Hatta to a high point in the mountains then to the Hatta Dam and by farms and beautiful tracks before returning to the start point.
  Venue : Hatta Hub by Dubai Holding, Hatta
  Race Pack Collection: Registration desk at Hatta Hub
  Course Difficulty: Hard
  Start times: Solo 70Km, Solo 35KM, Solo 20KM, Solo 10KM - 6.15 AM | Team 70KM and Team 35KM - From 6:30 AM onwards
  Parking: At Hatta Hub.
  Support Stations: ONLY FOR SOLO RUNNERS at checkpoints.

• Is it possible to register a team with less than 5 members?

  You can register a team with 3, 4 or 5 members. However, teams of less than 5 would NOT be eligible for any prizes should you be placed 1st, 2nd or 3rd.

• Should every team have at least one female runner?

  In order to be eligible for prizes each team MUST have at-least one female runner.

• Is it possible to change categories?

  Please see the Help Center link above for information on how to change categories.

• What time do the races start?

  Solo categories start 6:15 AM Team categories start from 6:30 AM onwards.

• Is a visa to Oman required for this Wadi Bih Race?

  No, this 'Hatta Edition' will take place solely within the UAE and not cross any borders.