Samla International is a nonstop 100 km endurance race combining swim, cycle, run, and kayak within 12 hours. With record participation and tougher challenges, it showcases Qatar’s sporting spirit, stunning landscapes, and human resilience.

Race breakdown and the mighty win
Set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of southern Qatar’s sweeping sand dunes, the course offers both beauty and brutality in equal measure. The race includes 2 KM of swimming, 49 KM running, 44 KM cycling and 4 KM kayaking. In both the male and female categories, the winners will get USD 30,000, the runners-up USD 20,000 and the third place USD 15,000.

Samla International: the pride of Qatar
Samla is not for the faint-hearted. It demands exceptional self-discipline, determination and resilience. Participants will battle nature, terrain and time in a test that honours the very meaning of its name – a word rooted in Qatari heritage, symbolising endurance, strength and perseverance.