The true African Rally experience
Just like the Olympics, the famed Paris to Dakar rally has in recent years become a venue for well-financed professional racers, shutting the door on the regular guy who wants to experience the thrills and adventure of a Europe-to-Africa rally. The Budapest-Bamako has been created with these "regular" adventurers in mind. Feel the Dakar experience for a fraction of the cost.
Destination Bamako 2009
The touring category is already full for 2009. Join the event along the more interesting racing route. Compete for points or just come for the ride and enjoy the scenery. The race will start in Budapest, but you may join us anywhere in Europe or North Africa. If you have no money at all, but want to come enter the Bamako Spirit category free of charge.
The legend continues
From its humble roots the Budapest-Bamako has grown into a major international sporting and cultural event. Hundreds of drivers and adventurers set out each winter for Africa bringing direct aid to the world's poorest communities.In 2005 only 45 teams lined up at the start line. In 2008 over 400 people made the journey. As the event constantly evolves the spirit remains the same: Anyone, By anything, By any means.
Daily coverage of the 2007 run
Daily coverage of the 2008 run









Here are some pictures from the 2008 Budapest-Bamako

Here are some pictures from the 2007 Budapest-Bamako

Here are some pictures from the inagural Budapest-Bamako

Videos of Budapest-Bamako 2008

Videos of Budapest-Bamako 2007

Videos from the first Budapest-Bamako Rally


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