Dalat Ultra Trail is a 100km ultra marathon in Dalat, Vietnam. Distance: 100km. Elevation: 4,200m D+. Difficulty: challenging (Challenge Rating 48/100). DNF rate: 15%. Time limit: 24h. Surface: trail. Established 2018.
Dalat Ultra Trail
Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam
"100km through Vietnam's Central Highlands — pine forests and misty mountain ridges."
A mountain 100K through Vietnam's Central Highlands.
The Course
A mountain ultra through the Central Highlands of Vietnam, climbing through pine forests, past waterfalls, and along ridgelines above Da Lat — the "City of Eternal Spring" at 1,500m altitude. The terrain is a mix of well-maintained forest trails, technical single-track through bamboo, and red-clay farm paths that become treacherous when wet. Coffee plantations and flower farms dot the valleys between climbs. The highland altitude provides relief from Vietnam's lowland heat, but humidity remains high and afternoon rain squalls are common.
mountainous
loop
8
Runner Experience
Standard aid station support with food, drinks, and basic medical assistance at regular intervals.
Warm, inclusive finish line with a strong community feel. Runners celebrate together regardless of finish time.
Race Day Weather
18°C
12° – 25°
75%
15%
Central Highlands dry season — cool and pleasant.
Stats & Records
2018
150
18:00:00
Entry
USD 120
August
months
Lore & Trivia
Da Lat — Vietnam's "City of Eternal Spring" — sits at 1,500m in the Central Highlands, surrounded by pine forests, waterfalls, and coffee plantations. The ultra trail takes advantage of this rare Vietnamese altitude: cool temperatures, technical single-track through pine and bamboo forest, and hill tribe villages where runners are cheered by ethnic K'Ho communities. Vietnam's trail running scene has exploded since 2015, and Da Lat is its spiritual home — the altitude, the trails, and the post-race pho make it perfect.
- ▸ Dalat is known as the 'City of Eternal Spring'.
- ▸ The course passes through ethnic minority villages.
- ▸ Vietnam's Central Highlands produce world-class coffee and tea.
- ▸ Established in 2018.
- ▸ Total elevation gain: 4200m.
Da Lat is Vietnam's running capital — cool altitude, pine forests, and the best pho recovery meal in ultra running.
Notable Editions
Vietnamese Trail Running Arrives
The 2023 edition drew international runners alongside a rapidly growing Vietnamese field, signaling that Southeast Asian trail running had arrived as a global force.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Dalat Ultra Trail? +
Dalat Ultra Trail is a 100km (100km) ultra marathon with 4,200m of elevation gain. The course is loop on trail terrain.
How hard is Dalat Ultra Trail? +
Dalat Ultra Trail is rated challenging with a Challenge Rating of 48/100 (Challenging). The DNF rate is 15%. Runners have 24 hours to finish.
What is the weather like at Dalat Ultra Trail? +
Average temperature is 18°C (range 12°C to 25°C) with 75% humidity and a 15% chance of rain. Central Highlands dry season — cool and pleasant.
Are crew and pacers allowed at Dalat Ultra Trail? +
No crew access is permitted. Pacers are not allowed. Mandatory gear is required.
What is the average finish time for Dalat Ultra Trail? +
The average finish time is 18:00:00. About 150 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 15%.
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