Registration

The North Pole Marathon will be run over the classic marathon distance of 42.2km (26.2 miles).

With paid registration fees, Runbuk, Inc. provides:
• Entry to the marathon or selected shorter distance event.
• Finisher medals, event shirts, patches, and other souvenirs.
• Event photos and videos for personal use and local media publication.
• Selected stateroom accommodation aboard Le Commandant Charcot.
• Full board from embarkation to disembarkation.
• High-end dining across all onboard restaurants.
• Beverages included in restaurants, bars, and minibars.
• 24-hour room service.
• Experienced expedition team and Zodiac excursions.
• Complimentary polar boot rental.
• Polar parka provided for personal use.
• Unlimited Wi-Fi onboard (speed may vary depending on weather conditions).
• Evening entertainment and onboard activities.
• Access to the North Pole Forum program for participants who opt in.

‍Optional Add-On
Round-trip group flights between Paris and Longyearbyen on July 27 and August 8 are available for an additional USD 2,700 per person. This includes airport transfers and sightseeing in Longyearbyen if time permits.

‍Not Included
International flights between home and Paris or Longyearbyen, pre- or post-trip accommodations, travel insurance, personal expenses, and any services not specifically listed above.

Full payment will be accepted upon initial registration, and there will be 3% discount. Alternatively, 25% of the full payment is accepted as deposit to reserve a place. This deposit should be followed by another 25% by August 31st 2026, another 25% payment by October 31st 2026, and the remaining 25% should be received by January 31st 2027.

The preferred payment method is by bank wire transfer. Upon receipt of the application form, an invoice containing wire transfer instructions will be emailed. Once payment is received by the due date, the spot will be confirmed. Alternatively, credit card payments are accepted with a 3% convenience fee.

Cancellation notices must be submitted in writing to Runbuk. The following cancellation policy applies:
• If cancellation notice is received within 14 days of the initial payment and before August 31st, 2026, there will be no cancellation fee.
• Cancellation notices received between September 1st and October 31st 2026, will incur a 50% charge of the full registration fee.
• Cancellation notices received between November 1st 2026 and January 31st, 2027, will incur a 75% charge of the full registration fee.
• Cancellation notices received after February 1st, 2027, will incur a 100% charge of the full registration fee.

Your passport must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the end of the trip. Depending on your nationality, you must fulfill the visa and health requirements of the destination countries. Upon your request, the organizers can assist you in identifying the necessary travel documents, including passport, visa, health certificates, and other similar requirements. However, it is your responsibility to ensure timely preparation of all required documents.

For runners participate in running, it's mandatory to submit a medical certificate, dated within 6 months of the race date and signed by a doctor, which should indicate that you have no impediments or contraindication for participating in running events. You can download the medical certificate here. Alternatively, you can complete the online Health Prevention Course (HPC) certificate.The HPC certificate is valid for one year and can be completed here: https://pps.athle.fr/.
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All participants should be in excellent health and capable of easily completing a regular 42.2km (26.2 mile) marathon. Please consult with your doctor before entering the North Pole Marathon.

Each passenger is permitted one checked luggage weighing 23 kilograms, one small carry-on bag, and a small backpack.

Each participant is responsible for maintaining adequate insurance coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, medical treatment, emergency evacuation, repatriation, and any injury, loss, or damage that may occur during the trip or while participating in the event.

Participants understand that weather-related delays and other disruptions may occur in such an extreme environment, and that Runbuk and its partners cannot be held responsible for such disruptions or related expenses.

Participants further acknowledge and agree that they are solely responsible for any costs not covered by their insurance, including emergency evacuation expenses if incurred.

Runbuk Inc. reserves the right to cancel the 2027 North Pole Marathon Summer Edition if it does not reach a minimum level of participants to make it economically feasible to operate. Competitors will be informed by August 31st 2025. The refund of all monies received will be the limit of our liability. Runbuk will not be liable for other costs incurred by participants in preparing for the trip. In the event of a late cancellation of the trip due to unforeseen circumstances, Runbuk Inc. agrees to provide the same trip at the next possible opportunity at no additional cost to the competitor.

The cutoff time for the marathon is 8 hours. I understand that the organizers’ objective is to establish the course on a floating ice floe at or near the Geographic North Pole. I understand and agree that in the event suitable ice cannot be located and secured at the North Pole, the course may be arranged, in whole or in part, on board.

I further understand that this event takes place in one of the world’s most extreme and remote environments, where conditions can change rapidly and unpredictably, including but not limited to winds, fog, sea ice conditions, ocean movement and waves, wildlife activity including polar bears, governmental, international, regulatory, or other external restrictions, safety considerations, and other operational constraints. Such conditions may require modifications to the course, event format, schedule, activities, or operations.

While the organizers’ objective is to reach the Geographic North Pole (90°N), which has been successfully achieved in past years, this cannot be guaranteed due to weather, ice, operational, environmental, regulatory, or safety considerations.

No refund, compensation, or damages shall be owed as a result of modifications, interruptions, delays, rerouting, inability to reach 90°N, or, in exceptional circumstances, cancellation of the event arising from weather, ice, operational, safety, environmental, governmental, international, regulatory, wildlife, national, or force majeure conditions.

I understand and agree with the general Terms and Conditions of Le Commandant Charcot, the ship that will be used for this trip, which can be viewed here: General Terms and Conditions.

In the event of any disparities between the terms in the general Terms and Conditions of Le Commandant Charcot and Runbuk's Terms regarding the same subjects, Runbuk's Terms will apply.

I acknowledge and accept that during the cruise, the captain of the icebreaker shall have complete and unrestricted discretion to act in any way considered appropriate: (i) for the comfort, safety, and security of the persons on board the vessel, (ii) for the safety and security of the vessel, (iii) to save lives at sea, (iv) to preserve the environment, (v) to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and (vi) to maintain the good order of the vessel.

The captain may, therefore, at their sole, just, and reasonable judgment: (a) modify the Itinerary as described; (b) refuse to transport any person and/or luggage at any stage of the cruise; (c) embark and/or disembark any person and/or luggage; (d) take any action to comply with the instructions and/or regulations of public and/or local authorities; (e) take any action to protect the vessel and/or the well-being of persons on board; (f) take any action to save lives at sea; (g) require to stop the running activities on board the vessel or onshore.

I understand that during the running race or in related activities, I may be photographed, filmed, and/or videotaped. I agree to allow my name, photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate promotional purpose by the event holders, producers, sponsors, organizers and assigns. (In cases where there are Army Special Forces involved, Runbuk Inc. will agree to protect identities as requested).

I acknowledge that I have willingly applied to take part in the North Pole Marathon, encompassing runs of various distances. I have thoroughly reviewed and comprehend the expedition's descriptions, terms, conditions, and recommendations. I am participating in this journey fully aware of any potential hazards. Additionally, I understand that the trip dates and departure point specified on this form may be subject to change.
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I understand that the North Pole, and Arctic Ice Pack, is over 2,000 km across and will be desolate of many western standard rescue facilities. I understand that I will be lodging on an an icebreaker, and running on a floating ice that's 3 feet thick or even thiner on top of the Arctic Ocean, and that sudden cracks (leads), pressure ridges, and ocean currents can expose the ocean at any time; that temperatures in April can be below -10 degrees Celsius, with wind chills to -100 degrees Celsius; that bad weather and aircraft or machinery malfunction could strand the expedition for many days; that prolonged exposure to the polar environment can cause loss of fingers, toes, and body parts due to frostbite, or loss of life due to many causes including hypothermia, dehydration or even drowning or polar bear attacks.

I further understand that Runbuk Inc., the Race Director and other organizers cannot 100% guarantee the safety of competitors when transporting them since this expedition will be carried out in one of the harshest and most remote environments on earth.

Furthermore I understand that participating in physical activities in the North Pole area may put me at some risk of death, falling or being blown into the frigid waters and other perils. I also agree that the specific activity of running or walking in the North Pole vicinity may, in an extreme worst case scenario, place me at risk of death from the frigid conditions as well as being lost in the Arctic due to poor weather or loss of communication as well as accident or illness, fully understanding that I am in a remote region devoid of many medical supplies and facilities.

In consideration of being permitted to participate in this trip, I fully assume responsibility upon myself for such bodily, mental, and financial injuries and delays caused by, but not limited to various surface transportation, accidents, aircraft malfunctions, hazards of traveling in the Arctic environment, forces of nature, civil unrest, terrorism, and other perils. I freely assume these and all other risks inherent in this North Pole Expedition, in exchange for the thrill and adventure of traveling to the Arctic Region.

I hereby assume all risks, however caused, including those mentioned above, as a result of my participation.

In consideration of the services of Runbuk, Inc. (433 Airport Blvd. Suite 415, Burlingame, CA 94010, USA), the Race Director and agents, owners, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, sponsors, medical personnel and all other persons, or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf: I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge them, on behalf of myself, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and estate as follows:

I release Runbuk Inc. and all of its agents and representatives or other entities acting on their behalf from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, suits, debts, and demands that I may have for bodily injury, death, or property damage, loss of income, delays and claims of every sort and nature whatsoever which may arise out of or in connection with my participation in the North Pole Marathon.

The validity, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the USA. The parties hereby irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the USA as regards any claim, dispute, or matter arising out of, or in connection with this Agreement.

I have carefully read and understand the description, terms, conditions and recommendations of the 2027 North Pole Marathon Summer Edition and I am participating with a thorough knowledge of the hazards involved. I freely and voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions of the 2027 North Pole Marathon Summer Edition by signing this contract.