The WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2025 will occur from March 19 to March 23, showcasing elite drivers tackling 21 rigorous stages across Nairobi and Naivasha. The rally begins with a Shakedown and features exciting events such as the Super Special Stage and iconic Power Stage. An impressive lineup of participants, including local talents, promises intense competition amid challenging conditions.
The World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally Kenya 2025 is poised to showcase an exhilarating competition from March 19 to March 23, as top drivers conquer Kenya’s challenging terrains. This event is renowned for its tough conditions and unpredictable weather, spanning Nairobi and Naivasha with 21 demanding stages.
The rally commences on Wednesday, March 19, with the Shakedown at Sleeping Warrior (5.00 km), where participants will have the opportunity to refine their vehicles prior to the main competition. Thursday, March 20, marks the official rally initiation with a ceremonial start at KICC in Nairobi at 11:26 AM, followed by the Super Special Stage at Kasarani (4.76 km) and Mzabibu 1 (8.15 km) later in the afternoon.
Full rally action launches on Friday, March 21, challenging drivers through Camp Moran (32.20 km), Loldia (19.11 km), Geothermal (13.12 km), and Kedong (15.10 km)—some of the most arduous terrains in the event. The excitement continues on Saturday, March 22, with exhilarating stages at Sleeping Warrior (26.88 km), Elmenteita (17.31 km), and Soysambu (29.32 km) testing both endurance and driving skill.
The event culminates on Sunday, March 23, featuring the Oserengoni (18.33 km), Mzabibu 2 (8.15 km), and the iconic Hell’s Gate (10.53 km) Power Stage, concluding with podium celebrations set for 3:30 PM in Naivasha.
The entry list for the WRC Safari Rally 2025 includes distinguished drivers such as Elfyn Evans (33) and Kalle Rovanperä (69) in the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1, Thierry Neuville (1) and Ott Tänak (8) driving the Hyundai i20 N Rally1, as well as Takamoto Katsuta (18), Josh McErlean (55), and Grégoire Munster (13) in Ford Puma Rally1. In addition, Oliver Solberg (20) and Carl Tundo (28) will represent Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 and Ford Fiesta Rally2 respectively in WRC2, while Karan Patel (26) will drive a Skoda Fabia.
Further enhancing the event’s local flavor, Kenyan drivers Jeremiah Wahome (29), Hamza Anwar (30), and Jasmeet Chana (39) aim to showcase their prowess on home ground. With a significant turnout of fans expected, the WRC Safari Rally 2025 is set to deliver an extraordinary motorsport experience.
The WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2025 promises an action-packed tournament featuring top global drivers as they undertake challenging stages across rugged terrain. The schedule showcases a well-structured series of events culminating in high-speed excitement, while local talents add an additional layer of competition. This rally stands as a must-attend event for motorsport enthusiasts, reinforcing Kenya’s status in the global rallying arena.
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