DEFENDER TROPHY
Epic Adventure. Greater Purpose.
For decades Defender has been the vehicle of choice of the intrepid and the pioneer. Defender Trophy is searching for a new breed of adventurers ready to embrace their impossible. Be part of a global competition supporting a greater cause.
ADVENTURE WITH PURPOSE
Defender Trophy is all about inspiring real and global change for conservation causes, focusing on leaving a positive impact wherever it touches.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF
Defender Trophy will challenge the chosen few to explore their physical, emotional, and mental limits. Facing harsh outdoor environments, teams must conquer a series of driving, engineering, navigational and physical challenges.
BUILDING ON A LEGACY
For 70 years, Defender has explored the Earth’s extremes. Now our legacy has inspired a new generation of epic adventure, combining the thrill of the unknown with a spirit of togetherness.
THE JOURNEY
The competition begins with a local application and selection process, followed by intense qualification events, culminating in the Global Final in October 2026. The location for the final will be revealed in August 2026.
NATIONAL QUALIFIERS
An exhilarating mix of physical, driving, and cognitive challenges to uncover the nation's champions to represent their country at the Defender Trophy Global Final.
THREE EPIC STAGES
Conquer a series of driving, engineering, navigational and physical challenges across some of the world’s most challenging terrains.
THE CHANCE TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE
At the Global Final, competitors will work with TUSK, unleashing their skills to drive impactful conservation efforts.
How to apply?
1. Online Application
Sign up for the application process below and we will send you a link to an online questionnaire. To apply, you will need to meet the minimum mandatory Eligibility Criteria.
A local representative will get in touch to let you know if your application was successful.
Limited places available. Terms and conditions apply.
2. National Qualifiers
If your application was successful, you will be invited to the relevant event(s) in your country.
3. Regional Qualifiers
If you are selected in the national qualifiers, you will advance to the regional qualifier.
4. Global Final
If you win in the regional qualifier, you will be invited to attend the Global Final.
Sign up for the application process below and we will send you a link to an online questionnaire. To apply, you will need to meet the minimum mandatory Eligibility Criteria.
A local representative will get in touch to let you know if your application was successful.
Limited places available. Terms and conditions apply.
2. National Qualifiers
If your application was successful, you will be invited to the relevant event(s) in your country.
3. Regional Qualifiers
If you are selected in the national qualifiers, you will advance to the regional qualifier.
4. Global Final
If you win in the regional qualifier, you will be invited to attend the Global Final.
SIGN UP TODAY. EMBRACE YOUR IMPOSSIBLE.
OWN A PIECE OF DEFENDER TROPHY
DEFENDER PARTNERSHIPS
TUSK
A driving force in conservation, working together to protect biodiversity and wildlife in Africa.
FOLLOW THE ADVENTURE
Off Road sequences carried out by a professional driver on private land with full permissions.