Desafío Ruta 40

Spectator Zones

The Spectator Zones are designated spots for the public to enjoy the action of the race.

The Spectator Zones of the Desafío Ruta 40 YPF 2026 will be announced 72 hours before each stage, in order to keep the spirit of the Rally-Raid, a competition in which the competitors are not aware of the route of each stage.

The Spectator Zones of the 13th edition of the Desafío Ruta 40 YPF will be announced as follows:

Prologue (San Juan) Spectator Zones will be published on Thursday, May 21.
Stage 1 San Juan-San Juan Spectator Zones will be published on Friday, May 22.
Stage 2 San Juan-San Rafael Spectator Zones will be published on Saturday, May 23.
Stage 3 San Rafael-San Rafael Spectator Zones will be published on Sunday, May 24.
Stage 4 San Rafael-San Juan Spectator Zones will be published on Monday, May 25.
Stage 5 San Juan-San Juan Spectator Zones will be published on Tuesday, May 26.

Please, respect the following safety rules:

NO FLYING DRONES

For safety reasons, drones are not allowed to fly on the tracts.

DO NOT LIGHT FIRES

Help us prevent fires and take care of our nature.

PLEASE LISTEN TO OFFICIAL

Respect the indications of the police and security agents of the DR40. Remember that it is essential to protect everyone's safety.

ZERO TRASH

Before leaving, pick up your garbage. Help us to take care of the environment.

You can also visit the bivouacs of the Desafío Ruta 40:

BIVOUACS

Enjoy the Desafío Ruta 40 bivouacs in San Juan and San Rafael (Mendoza), with free admission, from May 24. Find out the locations and opening hours in each province.