Maratón de Guayaquil
Lo esencial
La Maratón de Guayaquil es la carrera vial más grande e icónica de Ecuador, celebrada por primera vez en los años 80 y convertida en un evento anual de primer nivel en el calendario nacional. Tradicionalmente realizada en octubre, el maratón atrae a corredores élite nacionales e internacionales, así como a miles de participantes recreacionales, posicionando a Guayaquil como un centro deportivo y cultural. A lo largo de las décadas, la carrera se ha convertido en un orgullo para la ciudad y en un clasificatorio para maratones internacionales, atrayendo a atletas que buscan alcanzar los estándares de Boston y otros grandes maratones. El recorrido es una ruta escénica y mayormente plana que destaca el malecón y los hitos urbanos de Guayaquil. Los corredores pasan por el Malecón 2000 con vistas al Río Guayas, recorren barrios históricos y distritos comerciales modernos, experimentando el color local de barrios llenos de gente que anima. La carrera típicamente termina en el espacioso Parque Samanes, ofreciendo una atmósfera festiva con música, comida y actividades comunitarias. Las salidas tempranas (04:00) permiten aprovechar el aire costero fresco y las calles tranquilas, haciendo que el recorrido sea rápido y propicio para un rendimiento sólido. La Maratón de Guayaquil está certificada por AIMS y ha funcionado como clasificatorio para Boston, proporcionando tanto una plataforma competitiva para élites como una experiencia acogedora y celebratoria para corredores recreacionales.
Día de la carrera
Pronóstico del tiempo
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Perfil del terreno
Recorrido relativamente plano
Participantes
Tamaño del grupo
Grupo numeroso
Calificación del público
Apoyo de espectadores
Buena energía del público
Men's course best remains Geoffrey Kiptoo 2:20:30 (2021)
Oct 4, 2021Geoffrey Kiptoo holds the fastest recorded marathon time at Maratón de Guayaquil with a 2:20:30 winning performance in 2021; this remains the men’s course best in official records.
Women's fastest time: Raquel (Palmenia/Raquel) Agudelo 2:45:45 (2021)
Oct 4, 2021The fastest recorded women’s finish at Maratón de Guayaquil is 2:45:45, set by Raquel Agudelo (listed in some sources as Palmenia/Raquel) in the 2021 edition; that mark is still cited as the women’s course best.
Record participation and route update reported for 2025 edition
Oct 5, 2025Municipal reports for the 2025 event state the race drew roughly 2,341–2,500 participants across all distances (5K, 12K, 21K, 42K), one of the largest fields in the event’s history, and describe a revised route with start/finish at the Municipio (exteriores del Policentro / República de Guayaquil y Pichincha) and a 04:00 start; the event is certified by World Athletics and continues as a Boston Marathon qualifier.
Clasificatorio para Boston
Esta carrera es un evento clasificatorio certificado para el Maratón de Boston. Logra tu marca de clasificación en un recorrido verificado.
Malecón 2000
The iconic waterfront promenade along the Guayas River, a central scenic stretch often used in the race route
Parque Seminario (Iguana Park)
Historic park in the city center known for its tame iguanas and colonial surroundings
Cerro Santa Ana / Las Peñas
The colorful hillside neighborhood with the lighthouse and stairway offering panoramic city views
Catedral Metropolitana de Guayaquil
The neoclassical cathedral near the historic core, a recognizable landmark close to the course
Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha
One of Ecuador's largest stadiums in Guayaquil, a major city sports landmark seen from parts of the route
Parque Samanes
Large urban park and green space often incorporated into longer race loops for flat, tree-lined sections
Malecón del Salado
A quieter riverside boulevard and park area that complements the main Malecon 2000 waterfront sections
Otras distancias disponibles durante el fin de semana del evento:
Guayaquil, Ecuador
EC
Tarifa promedio para alojamientos de 3 estrellas cerca de la salida
Elegibilidad
- Must be 18 years of age or older on race day (2026-10-04)
- Provide a medical certificate or clearance signed by a licensed physician (issued within 12 months prior to the race)
- Complete official registration and payment by the published deadline
- Present a valid government-issued ID or passport at bib pick-up
- Bib number is non-transferable and must be worn visibly during the race
- Agree to and comply with the official race rules and instructions from race officials
- Subject to anti-doping controls and must comply with WADA/IADB regulations
- Finish within the official marathon time limit (6 hours) to receive an official finishing time and medal
Documentos requeridos
- Photo ID (national ID or passport)
- Medical certificate signed by a physician (issued within the last 6 months)
- Proof of payment / registration confirmation
- Emergency contact information
- Signed liability waiver / acceptance of race rules
- Proof of age if required for category (birth certificate or ID)
Política de cancelación y reembolso
No refunds under any circumstances
Registration transfers to another runner allowed until 14 days before race subject to an administrative fee
Deferral to the 2027 edition permitted until 30 days before the race with a 30% processing fee
If the race is postponed or cancelled by the organizer, registrants will be offered deferral to the next edition or a partial credit toward future events; no automatic cash refunds
The race follows a mostly flat, fast out-and-back/loop course that showcases Guayaquil landmarks including the Malecón 2000 waterfront and Parque Centenario, making it a scenic option for PB attempts.
Finishers receive a technical race shirt and a custom finisher medal, with post-race refreshments and a small athlete recovery area including fruit, water and sports drinks.
Race weekend typically includes a runners' expo the day before and an optional pasta dinner; official chip timing is used and pace teams are available for common goal times.
Expect warm, humid conditions after sunrise—the 04:00 start helps avoid the worst heat, and aid stations with water and electrolyte drinks are positioned roughly every 3 kilometers, so plan hydration accordingly.
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