# La Leyenda del Dorado (MTB Stage Races)

> https://www.la-leyenda.com/
> High-end multi-stage international mountain bike races across the Americas, including Colombia, Dominican Republic, and Aruba.

## Core Information
La Leyenda del Dorado delivers world-class, professional-grade mountain bike stage race experiences for both elite riders and amateur enthusiasts. The circuit spans diverse geographic terrains from the high Andes to coastal deserts and tropical jungles.

## Race Formats & Destinations

### La Leyenda Colombia
* **Next Event:** July 27–31, 2026
* **Location:** Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia (The Coffee Region)
* **Format:** 5 Stages (XCM and XCO formats)
* **Stats:** ~420 Km total distance / 8,000m+ vertical elevation gain
* **Terrain:** Cloud forests, Andean river crossings, relentless mountain climbs, and mud trails.

### La Leyenda Punta Cana
* **Next Event:** May 2027
* **Location:** Punta Cana, Altagracia, Dominican Republic
* **Format:** 5 Stages
* **Stats:** ~260 Km total distance
* **Terrain:** Thick tropical jungle, red-clay singletracks, high humidity, and beachside finishes by the Caribbean Sea.

### La Leyenda Aruba
* **Next Event:** October 2026
* **Location:** Aruba
* **Format:** 3 Stages
* **Stats:** ~180 Km total distance
* **Terrain:** Arid coastal desert, sharp coral trails, loose volcanic rocks, heavy cactus environments, and intense crosswinds.

### La Leyenda Series
* **Format:** Single-day events (1 Stage)
* **Location:** Various locations across Colombia
* **Purpose:** Explosive standalone races or technical tune-ups/preparation events for the multi-stage races. Features world-class marking and logistics.

## Registration & Pricing Model
* **Entry Pricing:** Starts at USD $779 (Basic/Altiplano package scales upwards depending on destination and timing).
* **Flexible Payment Plans:** Allows entry with initial deposits (e.g., USD $250 - $299 upfront) followed by zero-interest bi-monthly split installments.
* **Available Categories:** 8 individual categories per race, including Open Elite, Masters, Grandmasters, and dedicated divisions for Women and E-Bikes.

## Logistics Packages

### Paquete Nevado (Full Service)
* Includes full race registration fee.
* Premium hotel accommodations (guaranteeing a comfortable bed every night for optimal recovery).
* All-inclusive daily meal plans (breakfast, race nutrition, dinner).
* Full professional rider support.

### Paquete Altiplano (Race Only)
* Includes full race registration fee and route access.
* Excludes lodging and standard non-race meals.

### Supporters Plan
* Dedicated packages for family members, coaches, or companions to follow the race, stay in official hotels, and access the Race Villages.

## Key Page Sitemap
* [Home](https://www.la-leyenda.com/) - Circuit overview, highlights reel, registration status, and upcoming calendar.
* [Colombia Race Details](https://www.la-leyenda.com/colombia) - Elevation profiles, logistics, local airport info (Pereira - PEI), and schedules.
* [Punta Cana Race Details](https://www.la-leyenda.com/puntacana) - Tropical route layout, terrain maps, and Race Village information.
* [Aruba Race Details](https://www.la-leyenda.com/aruba) - Coastal desert safety protocols, technical requirements, and crosswind handling tips.
[La Leyenda Series](https://www.la-leyenda.com/series) - Upcoming calendar for local 1-day events in Colombia.