2026 Raid des Alizés in Martinique: Dates and Information

From 24 to 29 November 2026, the Raid des Alizés returns to Martinique for its 10th edition. This 100% women’s multisport raid brings together teams ready to take on a series of sporting challenges amid Martinique’s stunning landscapes, while supporting a charity of their choice.

Discover the concept behind the Raid des Alizés, its events, how it works and everything you need to know about the 2026 edition.

What is the Raid des Alizés?

Created in 2015 with the Martinique Tourism Authority, the Raid des Alizés is a 100% women’s multisport raid held every year in Martinique. Originally conceived as a sporting challenge, over the years the event has grown into a true human and charitable adventure, where pushing personal limits goes hand in hand with mutual support, kindness and sharing.

Over several days, participants compete in teams across Martinique’s natural landscapes, with each team supporting a charitable or social cause. Beyond rankings and sporting performance, the Raid des Alizés is above all a collective experience: pushing your limits together and using sporting effort to support a cause.

What are the challenges in the Raid des Alizés?

Over four days of multisport challenges, participants take on a range of outdoor disciplines, mainly trail running, mountain biking and kayaking. Depending on the edition, combined or surprise challenges may also be added to the programme.

Trail running, kayaking and mountain biking: the Raid des Alizés combines a range of outdoor challenges across Martinique.

One of the distinctive features of the Raid des Alizés is that the routes remain secret until the last moment. Teams gradually discover the distances, routes and challenges ahead as they make their way through a variety of natural landscapes across Martinique.

Distances and levels of difficulty therefore vary from one challenge and edition to another. Endurance, adaptability and teamwork are essential to complete the adventure. The Raid requires serious physical preparation, but performance is not the only goal: participants also progress through mutual support and a shared desire to push their limits.

Make the most of the Raid des Alizés to discover Martinique

Taking part in the Raid des Alizés is also an opportunity to discover Martinique beyond the sporting challenges. Before or after the event, make the most of your stay to explore the island’s beaches, towns and villages, natural sites and cultural heritage.

With a rental car, you can travel at your own pace and discover the many different sides of Martinique, from the lush landscapes of the north to the beaches of the south.