Offer including the bib for the MDS adventure, 3 nights in the bivouac and 4 nights in a hotel in double room.
MDS MOROCCO - ATLANTIC COAST 2026
2nd edition: from January 24 to January 31, 2026
MDS MOROCCO - ATLANTIC COAST
IN THE HEART OF THE WHITE DUNES
Registration opening: June 18, 2025, at 12:00PM (UTC +2)
THE CONCEPT
Discover the hidden treasures of Morocco's Atlantic Coast during the second edition of the MDS Morocco - Atlantic Coast. Head for the white dunes for a week away from it all: between wild beaches, steep cliffs and sandy trails, embark on a unique adventure.
On the agenda of MDS Morocco - Atlantic Coast: 3 sublime stages that will take you to the most beautiful places on the Moroccan Atlantic Coast. A total of 70, 100, or 120 kilometers to be covered at your own pace, walking or running.
You will sleep 3 nights in the heart of the white dunes, at the MDS bivouac, as well as 4 nights in a hotel located near Agadir and close to the sea (2 nights before, 2 nights after the adventure).
Discover the movie of the MDS Atlantic Coast 2025
SPECIAL FEATURES
Following the success of its first edition, the Atlantic Coast is now a must-see destination for the MDS, for several reasons. Participants enjoy pleasant temperatures throughout the race. The diversity of the Atlantic coast's landscapes offers varied terrain that meets all expectations: exploring wild beaches, challenging steep cliffs and traverse sandy trails.
Furthermore, for those preparing for the 40th edition of the MDS Legendary, the MDS Atlantic Coast is the ultimate opportunity to train and acclimatize to the conditions of the Moroccan desert.
Distances
You can choose 3 different distances: 70, 100 or 120km, divided into 3 stages.
Here is the breakdown:
- Stage 1: 25km
- Stage 2: around 20, 40 or 60km
- Stage 3: 25km
The stages of the MDS can be completed at your own pace: walking or running.
AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE
Program of the adventure
The offers
What is included in the offer:
- Transfers between Agadir airport, the hotel and the desert
- 4 nights in a double room in a hotel located close to Agadir on a half-board basis (2 before the race, 2 after)
- Bib for the adventure
- 3 nights on the MDS bivouac, in an individual tent
- Medal
- Finisher’s present
- Dinner and gala evening
- Repatriation assistance
- Organization and medical support during the race
- Water supply during the race
THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME
Join the adventure serenely
The organization of the MDS does its best to ensure that the event takes place in the best conditions, and that participants who register don’t take any risk with adjusted cancellation and postponement conditions.
Free postponement
In case of doubt as the adventure approaches, you can postpone your participation free of charge to the next edition, up to 60 days before departure.
Cancellation conditions
Our registration conditions allow you to cancel free of charge until 5 months before the event.
Cancellation insurance
In case of cancellation of the event by the organization, you will be refunded 100% of the amount you paid within 60 days.
THE MOROCCAN ATLANTIC COAST
Explore the grandeur of the wild nature of the white dunes, vast stretches of sand with a brilliant whiteness in the middle of the desert.
A timeless moment in the heart of the white dunes, this is the extraordinary experience that participants will live during this new MDS adventure.
In addition to your desert experience, this unforgettable week of adventure will allow you to discover the Moroccan Atlantic coast and its white beaches. The Moroccan Atlantic coast is full of seaside treasures and magnificent beaches. Its coastal cities offer a unique combination of culture, traditions, adventure, and relaxation.
INFO MDS MOROCCO – ATLANTIC COAST 2026
HOW TO GET THERE?
We recommend that you fly into Agadir Airport, the closest city to the hotel where participants will be staying before and after the adventure.
Transfers will only be provided from Agadir Airport.
WHICH FLIGHTS TO CHOOSE?
- Outward trip: You can arrive whenever you want on Saturday, January 24.
- Return trip: You can book your flight at any time on January 31.
You can extend your stay in Morocco by booking an accommodation in Marrakech after Saturday, January 31.
If you have any doubts about booking your flight, don’t hesitate to call us (+33 1 47 05 12 06).
Find our flight recommendations in our Frequently Asked Questions.
It is necessary to take flight tickets with cancellation and modification insurance, considering the restrictions that may be applied by the countries.
PROGRAM OF THE WEEK
Saturday: arrival in Agadir, transfer to the hotel located around Agadir
Sunday: technical/medical checks, free day at the hotel
Monday: bus transfer, first stage, night at the bivouac
Tuesday: second stage, night at the bivouac
Wednesday: rest day, night at the bivouac
Thursday: third stage, night at the hotel
Friday: day at the hotel, awards ceremony and gala dinner
Saturday: return transfer to the airport of Agadir, end of the MDS adventure
WHAT DO I TAKE WITH ME?
If it’s your first MDS, you probably have a lot of questions. Once you register, we'll send you a full checklist of the material, but here is the principal to have per person:
- Backpack plus 2 water bottles (type Ultrabag 20L)
- T-shirt + running shorts
- Trail shoes + anti-sand gaiters
- Cap and sunglasses
- Change: T-shirt + light shorts / leggings
- Windbreaker jacket for the evening and morning
- Sleeping bag + mattress for the night
- Hygiene products (sun cream, soap, antiseptic...)
- Toilet paper
- Food and kitchen utensils (cooking utensils, lighter, fire pellets...)
You can bring a large suitcase with more clothes, which you will leave at the hotel and find after the MDS adventure.
MEALS
A total of 10 meals will be required as follows:
- Day 3: lunch, dinner.
- Day 4 and 5: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- Day 6: breakfast, lunch.
The equivalent to 2000KCAL per day is recommended by the organization.
PRICES
Prices for the MDS Morocco – Atlantic Coast 2026 are as follows:
- From June 18 to 30, 2025: €2,100/person
- From July 01 to 31, 2025: €2,150/person
- After July 31, 2025: €2,250/person
- Additional reduction to €100 for the first 100 registrants
INCLUDED IN THE OFFER
- Transfers between Agadir airport, the hotel and the desert
- 4 nights in a double room in a hotel located around Agadir on a half-board basis (2 before the adventure, 2 after)
- Bib for the adventure
- 3 nights on the MDS bivouac, in an individual tent
- Medal
- Finisher’s present
- Dinner and gala evening
- Repatriation assistance
- Organization and medical support during the race
- Water supply during the race
ULTRA-FLEXIBLE REGISTRATION CONDITIONS
Cancellation conditions:
- Cancellation is possible without charge until August 31th, 2025.
- From September 1, 2025 to October 5, 2025 included, 25% of the total amount of the registration will be kept by the organization in case of cancellation.
- From October 6 to November 9, 2025 included, 50% of the total amount of the registration will be kept by the organization in case of cancellation.
- From November 9, 2025, no refund is possible, however it will still be possible to postpone your registration according to the conditions detailed below.
Postponement conditions:
- Up to and including November 9, postponement possible to the next edition free of charge.
- From November 10, 2025 to December 14, 2025 included: €250 fee for a postponement.
- From December 15, 2025: no postponement possible.
DISTANCES
You can choose between 3 different distances: 70, 100 or 120 km, divided into 3 stages.
These distances are given as an indication and are likely to be adjusted according to the type of terrain and the difference in elevation of the routes.
SAFETY
During the race, you will be surrounded by the medical and organization teams from the beginning to the end of the stages.
The courses are marked with stakes every 50/100m, so it is almost impossible to get lost.
You will all be equipped with a GPS beacon with an alarm button, allowing the organization to locate you at any time.
A medical tent is present at the bivouac where you can go at any time.
PAYMENT TERMS
You can pay by:
- Credit card
- 1, 3 or 5 instalments
- Bank transfer
- 1 instalment
The number of instalments may vary depending on the date of registration. The registration will be 100% validated once the total amount of the registration is paid.
REGULATIONS
ABOUT US
Since 1986, the MARATHON DES SABLES has offered adventure enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy a unique experience in the heart of the world's most beautiful deserts. Over the years, new formats have emerged. Today, everyone can enjoy the MDS experience in their own way, walking or running, but with one unchanging promise: to step out of their comfort zone, push themselves to the limit, and immerse themselves in a world of intense emotions, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
The MARATHON DES SABLES is not just a sporting challenge: it is a powerful and unforgettable human adventure.
