In the rugged hinterlands of North Bengal, where the clouds kiss the towering peaks and the whispers of Kanchenjunga echo through the valleys, lies Rimbick—a serene hamlet guarding trails that test the mettle of the fiercest runners. As the Sleeping Buddha keeps watch, we at The Hell Race dare you to embrace chaos wrapped in beauty. Welcome to the Buddha Trails 2025—a fiery prelude to the inferno of the Solang SkyUltra 2025.
For a decade, we’ve been crafting races with raw passion and relentless precision, pulling runners out of their comfort zones and into the abyss of self-discovery. The Buddha Trails is no exception—it’s the “starter Hell” where legends are forged, knees are humbled, and souls are set ablaze. This isn’t a casual jog; it’s a visceral journey through terrains that separate the trailblazers from the trail-chasers.
Here, you won’t just run; you’ll flirt with pain, banter with exhaustion, and dine with triumph as the peaks of Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Kanchenjunga stand as stoic witnesses to your struggle. These are trails kissed by gods and trampled by legends. Will you be one of them?
Dive into the trails, embrace the burn, and emerge reborn. This is no ordinary race; this is The Buddha Trails 2025—an unholy celebration of The Hell Race’s 10-year legacy.
Register now and write your chapter in the chronicles of trail-running glory.
Race Categories
12 KM: The Sprint Inferno
- Route: RIMBICK → SEPI → SRIKHOLA BRIDGE → SEPI → RIMBICK
- Cut-Off: 2 hours
- Elevation Gain: 640 meters D+
- Aid Stations:
- AS 1: SEPI
- AS 2: SRIKHOLA BRIDGE
- AS 3: SEPI
- AS 4: FINISH LINE
Short but sizzling, this category is a sprint through the wild. It’s perfect for those dipping their toes into the fiery waters of trail running or for those who believe speed and lungs of steel are their secret weapons. Prepare to dash through a bridge as the clock ruthlessly ticks away.
30 KM: The Middle Ground Mayhem
- Route: RIMBICK → BLACK FOREST→ GURDUM → UPPER GURDUM → UPPER SRIKHOLA → SRIKHOLA BRIDGE → RIMBICK
- Cut-Off: 7 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1780 meters D+
- ITRA Points: 2
- Mandatory Gear:
- Hydration Pack / Bottle
- Trail Running Shoes
- Mobile Phone
- Whistle
- Aid Stations:
- AS 1: SRIKHOLA BRIDGE
- AS 2: GURDUM
- AS 3: U-TURN
- AS 4: GURDUM
- AS 5: UPPER SRIKHOLA
- AS 6: SRIKHOLA BRIDGE
Step up to the middle challenge—where the trails bite harder, the climbs get steeper, and your resolve faces its first trial by fire. From the haunting beauty of the Black Forest to the quaint charm of Gurdum, every kilometer is a story waiting to be etched in sweat and determination.
65 KM: The Hellish Odyssey
- Route: RIMBICK → SRIKHOLA BRIDGE → GURDUM → DHUPI THAR → SANDAKPHU → THUKUM → SABARGRAM → PHALUT → GORKHEY → RAMMAN → SRIKHOLA BRIDGE → RIMBICK
- Cut-Off: 15 hours
- Intermediate Cut-Offs:
- 18 KM: 6 hours (SANDAKPHU)
- 32 KM: 9 hours (SABARGRAM)
- 50 KM: 12:45 hours (SAMADEN)
- Elevation Gain: 3300 meters D+
- ITRA Points: 3
- Mandatory Gear:
- Hydration Pack
- Trail Running Shoes
- Mobile Phone
- Whistle
- Headlamp
- Waterproof Jacket
- Drop Bag
- Lighter / Matchbox
- Aid Stations:
- AS 1: SRIKHOLA BRIDGE
- AS 2: GURDUM
- AS 3: FOREST HUT
- AS 4: SANDAKPHU
- AS 5: THUKUM
- AS 6: SABARGRAM
- AS 7: PHALUT
- AS 8: GORKHEY
- AS 9: RAMMAM
- AS 10: SRIKHOLA BRIDGE
Welcome to the grand stage, where the stakes are high and the trails are relentless. This is the distance where your legs burn, your spirit wavers, and your heart refuses to quit. From the mythical Sandakphu to the tranquil Gorkhey, this route is a symphony of agony and ecstasy. If you’re chasing glory, this is the path you must tread.
Why Run The Buddha Trails?
- Certified by ITRA—you know it’s legit.
- Trails that straddle India and Nepal, offering views so stunning they’ll make you forget your blisters.
- Aid stations as comforting as an oasis in Hell.
- Villages so picturesque you’ll wonder if you’ve stumbled into a Wes Anderson movie.
Inclusions:
- Official event kit and race bib
- Post-race lunch fit for a warrior
- Aid stations packed with fuel for your fire
Cancellation Policy:
- 30+ Days : Full Refund
- Less than 30 Days: No refund