01 NOVEMBER 2025
The Second Instalment: A Return to the Drakensberg’s Untamed Beauty
The Border Post at the top of Oliviershoek Pass in the magnificent northern Drakensberg will once again host this year’s race. Participants will again have the rare privilege of running and walking through an extraordinarily beautiful landscape, featuring diverse terrain and stunning scenery. From the rolling indigenous grasslands of the foothills to the challenging rocky ascents and descents, culminating in sublime mountain-top running, this event offers it all. If the weather cooperates, runners will be treated to breathtaking views that can momentarily feel otherworldly. However, they must stay focused and keep their feet firmly on the ground! All participants should also keep an eye out for glimpses of natural wildlife along the way.
- Date: Saturday, 01 November 2025
- Registration: 5am onwards
- Race Briefing: 15min before each race
- Race Types: Loop
- Venue: The Border Post, Oliviershoek Pass
- Race Itinerary (Click Here)
- No Pets
- Accommodation: Cottages and Camping Available (Click here for more information)
- FAQs and T's and C's Here
Courses
Race Details
Start time: 07:15 am
Distance: 7 km
Elevation gain: 192 m
Aid Stations: 1
Race Details
Start time: 7:00 am
Distance: 11km
Elevation gain: 329m
Aid Stations: 2
Race Details
Start time: 6:30 am
Distance: 18 km
Elevation gain: 778m
Aid Stations: 3
Race Details
Start time: 5:30 am
Distance: 39 km
Elevation gain: 1876m
Aid Stations: 4
SELF-CAMPING
Enjoy an incredible night(s) under the stars of the Drakensberg Mountains.
- Bring your own tent and camping accessories
- Braai stands available (byo food, charcoal and firelighters)
- Power access at race village
- Communual Ablutions
COTTAGES
Cozy-warm cottages in the mountains – perfect to rest those tired legs after some great trails along the Sterkfontein dam!
- Cozy cottage with a bedroom and bathroom
- Power Access in cottage
- Private bathroom
BnB ROOMS
Ready to wake up to breathtaking views and mountain serenity – our cozy BnB rooms are your perfect get up n go for the trails!
- BnB Room
- Breakfast Included
- Power access in room
- Private bathroom
Californian-style Log Cabins
- 6-sleeper cabin - limited availability
- Fireplace and braai area (wood available for purchase)
- Shower
- On-site fishing
| Item | Cabin |
|---|---|
| Power | Solar Powered Unit. Gas-powered stove, shower & fridge. |
| Bedding | 1X Double bed, 4x Single beds | Linen included |
| Kitchen | Stove, fridge, microwave, kettle and utensils included |
| Amenities | Linen, utensils, crocery and towels included |
Air BnB
- Private guest-lounge with fireplace
- The Border Post Restuarant
- Garden views
- Shower
- Breakfast available
| Item | BnB |
|---|---|
| Power | Yes |
| Bedding | Combinations of King and twin single beds | Linen included |
| Kitchen | N/A but rooms have a Kettle |
| Amenities | Linen, towels and a heater included |
Spacious Family Cottages | Camping Grounds
- Open plan lounge
- The Border Post Restuarant
- Braai facilities for cottages
- Camping has communual bathrooms and showers
- Wheel Chair Friendly
| Item | Cottages | Self-Camping |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Yes | Plug points available @ Race Village |
| Bedding | Combinations of King and twin single beds | Linen included | Bring your own bedding |
| Kitchen | Fully-catered Kitchen | Self-catering - BYO Braaistand/gas stove |
| Amenities | Linen, towels and a heater included | BYO Bedding and toiletries |
Canadian-styled Log Cabins
- Bar & Lounge
- Secured parking
- Small outdoor pool
- Breakfasts available
- Mountainscape views
| Item | Cabin |
|---|---|
| Power | Solar-powered with fireplace |
| Bedding | Suitable for Max. 3 People | Linen included |
| Kitchen | N/A |
| Amenities | Linen, and towels |
