What people say.

The Bali Hope Ultra:

"As always, best week ever."
Ben Seymour, Sydney, Australia

“The Bali Hope Ultra is like nothing I've ever experienced before. It truly is a remarkable event that magnetically pulls together a remarkable group of people…The way 26 strangers came together from all different physical backgrounds to all make it across the island is insane. Tom, you really have created something special here and you should be very proud of it. I can't wait to come back and run crew in the future…!!”
Kimmy Hess, Colorado, USA

“It was surreal for me to return and the BEST decision of 2022! I am so happy and grateful I did! I now have so much appreciation for this event! I loved it in 2019 - it was an immense experience and incredible to run across a country running my first ultra marathon.
The run was just the catalyst to what came after…I am not sure if I can put it into words but the connections and community that was created in only 4/5 days was beyond incredible! I loved every minute of the experience from start to finish! I also appreciate what Bali Hope is creating which is inspiring. Cleverly facilitating a caring community that is in respect of where we are running. “
Alice Evans, London, UK

“Incredible. Best week of my life."
Jon MacMillan, Adelaide Australia

"Amazing!!! The whole event itself was planned out perfectly and the amazing humans met made it even more beautiful."
Chrissie Collinson, Melbourne, Australia

"So very hard to describe... The overriding factor for me though was the love that permeated the group. It’s been a week of hope, encouragement, change, challenge, emotion discovery and trust. I cannot imagine a situation where you can look into the eyes of such a diverse group of people and each one returns the love you have for them."
Pete Kavanagh, Melbourne, Australia

"Everything was so thoughtful. From the t-shirts to the notes… to the beads to the ceremony at the start, the end, it all. Everyone felt seen, heard, and okay to be who they are which is so beautiful. Thank you."
Sinead MacCana, Gold Coast, Australia

"Being able to participate in the whole Bali Hope experience was hands down, one of the best things I’ve ever done. It was everything that I expected it would be but way more than I could have ever imagined. The chance to combine passions and help people....a truly unique experience.
Look out because I’m coming back. Yes! It is that good!!!"
Phoebe Nance, Brisbane, Australia

"The most impactful week I’ve ever experienced. I felt like a part of the team from the moment I signed up. Thank you so much for letting me be part of the Bali hope family, I loved every moment of the journey!”
Bec Nunn, Perth, Australia

"An experience like no other! ….the week was that amazing, I now have high expectations! Tom, Vee, Lindsey, Jo, Marg, Dee, Jenny & the rest of the support crew - your positive vibes and kind hearts were massively felt! Thank you for the best ultra event I’ve been part of."
Michelle Dekker, Melbourne Australia

"Incredible life changing adventure like nothing I’ve ever experienced. The whole seven day itinerary was so well structured with the perfect mix of time getting to know team members, meeting and spending time with the children and communities we raised money for as well as sufficient downtime to prepare for the race."
Katie Dall, Gold Coast, Australia

"Absolutely 10/10! The culture & energy from the leadership whole team was so welcoming it echoed through the athletes & support crew."

Daniel Cachia, Sydney, Australia

The Bali Hope Swimrun

What people say

“This is the best organization of competitions in which I have taken part, everything is thought out to the smallest detail.”

“A completely life-changing experience. I found my people here, I found out things about myself here, and I found out a style of race that I love (swimrunning!!).”

“Had a blast! Race was epic, full of adventure and amazing crew. The days surrounding I expected to be fun however it blew my mind how lucky I was to be in the presence of such amazing people and to have created lifelong memories I will cherish forever. I’m so excited for my next one.”

“Absolutely amazing”

“My experience with Bali Hope was life changing! Racing and fundraising for an incredible cause, where you get to see the impact of the money you raise. Definitely recommend!”

“Family, un-wavering support, a little chaotic, an episode of survivor, love.”

“Unlike anything I’d imagined. Connection, impact, challenge, support, rest - it’s the most incredible event.”

“This was amazing. So much things to do, but in the end you see happy people and it is the most important thing”

“An absolutely exhaustingly magical adventure!”

“Swimming is way out of my comfort zone so coming into event I was shitting it a bit but the event kinda wraps its arms around you and whispers it’ll be ok we’ll get you through. It did! I’m so glad I tried something different and succeeded which is a hallmark of any Bali Hope event. The love affair continues”