🌄 About Saputara

Saputara is the only hill station of Gujarat, located in the lush Western Ghats (Sahyadri range) at around 900–1000 meters altitude. It’s known for its cool climate, greenery, waterfalls, and tribal culture, making it a perfect weekend getaway from cities like Ahmedabad, Surat, and Mumbai. 

🌟 Top Attractions in Saputara

🏞️ Nature & Viewpoints

• Saputara Lake - Boating, sunset views, and relaxing lakeside vibes.
• Sunset Point - One of the most popular spots for panoramic sunset views over hills.
• Sunrise Point - Great early morning scenic viewpoint.
• Table Land - Flat hilltop area offering wide valley views.

🌿 Gardens & Culture

• Step Garden - Beautifully designed garden with steps and landscaping.
• Artist Village - Showcases tribal art, bamboo crafts, and local culture.
• Saputara Tribal Museum - Learn about tribal traditions, lifestyle, and history.

💦 Waterfalls & Nearby Places

• Gira Waterfalls - Best during monsoon; ideal for nature lovers.
• Girmal Waterfall - Largest waterfall in Gujarat (a bit farther but worth it).
• Hatgad Fort - Historic fort with trekking and amazing views.
• Vansda National Park - Forest reserve with wildlife and dense greenery.

🛕 Religious & Mythological Spots

• Nageshwar Mahadev Temple
• Shabari Dham - Believed place where Lord Ram met Shabari.

🚗 How to Reach Saputara

✈️ By Air

• Nearest airport: Surat Airport (~160–165 km)

🚆 By Train

• Nearest station: Waghai Railway Station (~50–60 km)
• Better connectivity: Bilimora Railway Station & Nashik Road Railway Station

🚌 By Road (Best Option)

• Well connected by road; most convenient way
• Approx distances:

1. Ahmedabad → ~400 km
2. Surat → ~160 km
3. Nashik → ~80 km

👉 Regular GSRTC buses + private taxis available

👉 Self-drive is highly recommended (scenic hill roads)

Event Details:

Date: Sunday 23 August 2026

Event Venue: TBD

Category: 50Km, 30Km, 15Km

Eligibility Criteria

Only for 18 years and above (born on or before 22 August 2008)

Route Map Details

Starting Point: 626 m above sea level

•        50Km - Elevation 913m

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•        30Km - Elevation 563m

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•        15Km - Elevation 310m

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Registration Fees

•  50Km - 3500 Rs.

•  30Km - 2500 Rs.

•  15Km - 1500 Rs.

Runner Amenities

• Official Race T-Shirt 
• Goodie Bag 
• An official race BIB (RFID Tagged)
• Water energy drinks and refreshments along the course. 
• Zumba Dance
• Medical Support. Post-race refreshments & Finisher’s Medal
• Timing SMS & Timing Certificate

Rules & Regulations

• Participants can register only via online using this registration link and paying applicable entry fees based on race category opted for. No individual/group has been authorized to collect entries on behalf of the event organizer
• Once you register online your details cannot be changed. For any corrections please email at sundaysportsvalsad@gmail.com
• Registration fees shall not be refunded by virtue of non-participation including failure by a confirmed participant to collect his/her bib from the Expo or not allowed to run on the race day due to high temperature or being unwell.
• Please save the confirmation email received after registration as a reference for future communications.
• Runners found to have interchanged their running number bib and/or timing bib tag with another individual will be disqualified from the event and shall not be allowed to apply or participate in the subsequent edition of the event.
• Please note if you don't wear your timing bib tag as instructed you won't be able to get an official finish time and thereby the official Certificate recording your finish times. No bib tag – No Timing – No Prize.
• No vehicles are allowed on the course. Anyone bringing wheeled vehicles will be disqualified from the race; you will be asked to leave the course.
• Only those confirmed participants wearing the running number bibs will be allowed on the route. Any person found wearing the incorrect bib or no bib will be disqualified and removed by the course security.
• Further every runner must wear his/her running number bib on the front of the vest. Any mutilation fold alteration or damage to the bib will amount to disqualification of the runner from the event.
• Organizers reserve the right to stop any participant from participating who is found medically unfit to continue in the opinion of the medical personnel.
• Baggage counters are available for all participants. It is strongly recommended that you do not leave valuables like mobile phone camera jewellery watch electronic gadgets etc. in the bag stored. Organizers are not responsible for any loss of baggage and/or its belongings
• Participants are requested to cooperate with the police and security personnel deputed at the event venue and on the route. Participants/supporters are liable to random checking on race day – this is for your own security.
• The right to participate in the event and the rights and benefits available to the applicant under this application form is at the sole discretion of the Event Organizing team and cannot be transferred to any other person under any circumstances and the applicant alone shall be entitled to the rights and benefits arising hereunder.
• Any race day audio video or visual recordings made by a participant at the Epic Ultra Run BIB Expo or on race day are to be used only for personal purposes; these cannot be used for any commercial purpose.
• The rules listed are subject to change as per the discretion of the Event Heads and the Organizing Committee.

Disclaimer:

I am voluntarily participating at Epic Ultra Run with complete knowledge of the associated risks and I agree to accept responsibility for all risks of injury. By signing this Waiver and Release I declare that I am medically able properly trained physically fit and capable of participating in a race and that my medical care provider has approved my participation. I agree to independently consult my physician in the event of any injuries or medical questions arising from or related to my participation in the Epic Ultra Run. I also acknowledge full and sole responsibility for my own medical expenses and that I am responsible for any and all medical expenses on my behalf. In consideration for being permitted to participate in the Epic Ultra Run. I agree to assume all risks and to release and hold harmless to the Epic Ultra Run. I understand and agree that this Waiver and Release is binding upon our heirs assigns and legal representatives. I hereby grant my consent and permission to Epic Ultra Run its Partner organizations and employees to use any and all information submitted in my application and/or my name photograph videotape motion picture recording voice or likeness for any purpose including pre-race and post-race publicity..

I/We have carefully read this Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. By signing this waiver I/ We have indicated that I/ We have read understood and agreed to the Waiver and Release Form.

I/We understand there may be moving traffic on the road during the time of race.