Supported by Ibis , The Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Tourism Association of Koh Samui and the Thai Hotel Association of Koh Samui, this inaugural Adventure Race is set to attract 150 teams from around the world.

Scheduled on September 19 and part of the Amazing Thailand Adventure Race Series, the race will start and finish from the magnificent B ohput beach in front of the I B IS hotel in B ohput.

Adventure Racing is a highly visual and dynamic sport genre, stretching competitors to their limits. It is a sport that is rapidly capturing the imagination of sport people in Thailand and around the world.

"After the tremendous success of the other races of the Series in Kanchanaburi, Nong Chok and Chiang Mai, it was important to have a competition in the South" explains Serge Henkens, the Race Director and managing director of Active Management Asia.

Twenty per cent of the sponsor's donations will go to environment friendly initiatives brought by "The Green Island Project", a local green association.

"Despite 10 years of unbelievable development, we wanted to show that the Island has a lot to offer and is still a paradise destination" continues Henkens. "Well-known for its magnificent beaches, Samui also offers fantastic opportunities for Adventure and Great Outdoor lovers. The Island has all the ingredients for a memorable race: the blue ocean, forests, mountains, water falls, sandy beaches and a very rich fauna and flora. The perfect recipe for great Adventure Racing" continues Henkens.

The Koh Samui Trophy will offer 4 disciplines: Running, Cycling, Kayaking and Swimming.

The competitors will hike and run through unspoiled jungle, paddle and swim on the turquoise waters of the gulf of Thailand and cycle over the hills with spectacular views on the ocean.

"As we offer 2 divisions, Adventure (easier course) and Extreme (longer course), the race is really accessible to everyone!" concludes Henkens.

The winners of the extreme division are expected to complete the course in approximately 4:30.

The fastest team in the Adventure division is planned to finish in around 3:30h.

The Race offers 2 divisions:

# Adventure (Short course for newcomers and W.E. warriors,

# Extreme (Long course for confirmed athletes and experienced Racers)

Disciplines: Running, Kayaking, Biking, Swimming and other mystery tests

Teams: 2 racers

Categories: Men, Women, Mixed, Masters Men (over 80 years combined) and Seniors Men (over 100 years combined)

As AMA strives to promote the sports for youngsters in Thailand , we have decided to offer a mini race for children in parallel to the main event. Schools and sports clubs will actively be involved in the project.

In order to make it a festive event and to involve the Samui residents, a 10k fun run will be organized prior to the Adventure Race. This run will raise participant's numbers and create a festive and friendly atmosphere throughout the day.

"The Koh Samui Trophy 2009" consists of 3 days of activities including:

* An expo for sponsors to promote their products/services

* Parties and VIP hospitality

* A spectacular Sprint Adventure Race

* A 10k fun run through coconut plantations and B ophut village

* A kids mini adventure race on the beach

* Trophy presentation

* Children corner and games

For more information, visit www.kohsamuitrophy.com or www.active-asia.com or e-mail [email protected].

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