EX Safari Race 30/8-2025

Welcome to a new kind of experience – where the adventure of a safari meets the thrill of a swimrun race. A concept we have simply chosen to call EX Safari Race.

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Part of the inauguration of Nämdöskärgårdens Marine National Park

EX Safari Race has recently been selected by the county administrative board to be part of the official program and inauguration week of the newly established Nämdö archipelago marine national park. Sweden now has two marine national parks and unique swimrun races – Koster Swimrun and EX Safari Race. We are honored.

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About the race – how it works

The start and finish line are at Bullerö nature reserve, far out in the outer archipelago in a completely unique marine environment. The race has no fixed course; instead, there are four checkpoints that teams must pass to continue. The route to these checkpoints is entirely up to each team to decide. It is somewhat similar to One Water Race, but with one major difference – all teams will receive these checkpoints 24 hours before the start. From that moment, it is up to each team to plan their optimal route, create a GPX file, and download it to their watch.

After the start, your planned route is what counts, and you are free to explore this extremely tough but beautiful environment. We promise that what looks easy on the map will present an entirely different reality.

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The 3-4 safety boats following the race will serve as both checkpoints and energy stations, and each team must check in at these boats to continue. There will be a cut-off time at the southernmost checkpoint, and teams that do not reach it in time will be transported either to the final checkpoint to continue or all the way back to Bullerö.

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At the finish line, a warming sauna, a locally produced dinner, and a relaxed gathering with the swimrun family await before the return trip to the mainland in the evening.

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What’s included in the entry fee?

Your registration includes everything and more, including transport by charter boat round trip from Stavsnäs to Bullerö, race bib, medal, energy supplies during the race, safety boats, sauna and swimming, food and drinks from a local archipelago producer, a limited edition t-shirt and cap, but most importantly, a truly unique swimrun experience. During the race, Mr. Swimrunfilm, Rasmus Lodenius, will also be producing a race movie for everyone to enjoy afterward.