_____ THE IMPACT
THIS IS NOT A RACE.
What is your entry really buying?
01
ACCESS TO A WORLD MOST WILL NEVER SEE
Iraqi Kurdistan is one of the most geographically dramatic, culturally layered, and historically profound places on earth. You will run through it — not past it. Tim's decade of relationships opens doors no tour operator can.
02
A physical reckoning with real meaning
200km is not a distance you run for a medal. Every kilometre along Hamilton’s Road was walked by families fleeing conflict. Running it is an act of witness. The terrain is brutal. The meaning behind your ‘why’ makes it worth every step.
03
YOU’LL COME BACK GENUINELY DIFFERENT
Not "changed" in the way a motivational poster promises. Different in the way that happens when you've done something that required everything you had, in a place that reminded you what human resilience actually looks like.
04
IN THE COMPANY OF ELEVEN EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE
12 places. Deliberately small. The kind of group that forms because a specific story called to them. You will finish knowing people you could not have met anywhere else, forged by something you survived and conquered together.
05
A STORY THAT WILL EARN ITS PLACE IN HISTORY
You ran through Iraq. Not as a tourist. Not as a soldier. As a runner — immersing yourself in a land the world long ago wrote off, uncovering its hidden remarkable beauty. Writing a story that will that will grow deeper and more powerful over time.
06
BE PART OF A MOVEMENT THAT CHANGES LIVES
A portion of proceeds will support humanitarian efforts delivered by local refugee organisations and You Belong’s vital work with Waymakers: refugees forging new beginnings with strength and dignity in Australia.
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EVERY DAY FELT LIKE A LORD OF THE RINGS ADVENTURE. I’LL NEVER FORGET THE EVENING FEASTS with OUR CREW & LAUGHING and singing WITH NEW LOCAL FRIENDS AFTER A LONG DAYS RUN.
I CAME HOME A DIFFERENT PERSON.
-TROY JONES, Iraq100 Runner [2025]
A PLACE THAT EARNS IT’S PRICE.
$8,500*
USD
Per person - All Inclusive Expedition
[*$11,900 AUD]
What’s Included
Your expedition experience includes:
4-stage, 200km ultramarathon expedition participation
Full in-country logistics and transport
6 nights premium accommodation across all stages
All meals included throughout the expedition
Entry to the Erbil Marathon (Day 4 finale)
Dedicated ultramarathon support crew
Qualified medical support and safety team
3-month guided training programme and personal coaching with Mario Buchs
Cultural immersion experiences with local guides
Professional expedition photography and film documentation
Finisher kit and commemorative expedition materials
JUST 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE!
LIMITED TO 12 RUNNERS FOR THE INNAUGURAL EDITION
A True Endurance Expedition
At $8,500 USD ($11,900 AUD), IRAQ200x sits in the world of expedition travel, not race tourism.
Comparable experiences include guided expeditions such as:
Antarctic crossings
Himalayan base camp treks
Polar desert adventures
Organising a 200km ultramarathon journey through Iraqi Kurdistan requires extensive planning, experienced logistics teams, safety infrastructure, and deep partnerships with local communities.
The investment reflects what it truly takes to deliver an experience that is safe, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Travel
International flights, visas and travel to Iraq (Erbil International Airport) are not included.
Participants are encouraged to arrive two days prior to departure to allow time for orientation, briefings, and welcome gatherings.
Running With Purpose
A portion of every expedition place directly supports You Belong, the organisation founded by Tim following years working alongside displaced communities in Iraq.
The landscapes you run through — and the communities you support — are part of the same shared story.
Payment Structure
$2,000 AUD non-refundable deposit secures your place upon acceptance
Final balance due 90 days prior to departure
Flexible payment plans available
Join the Expedition
The IRAQ200 is limited to a small group each year.
Not to create exclusivity — but because journeys like this are best shared with a tight-knit team willing to embrace challenge, curiosity, and courage together.
Those who complete the expedition become part of a rare fraternity of endurance adventurers — people who have crossed mountains, shared stories with local communities, and run deep into a region few outsiders truly experience.
And when the journey concludes at the Erbil Marathon, you won’t just be a finisher.
You’ll be one of the few who can say, “I ran across Iraq.”