Entabeni game reserve South Africa
June 28, 2008
Available distances:
21.097 km | 42.195 km
Event URL: http://www.big-five-marathon.com
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The Big Five Marathon among the wildlife of the South African savannah is for more than one reason the world’s wildest marathon. Entabeni game reserve, one of the most spectacular Big Five game reserves in Africa, is the location of the race. The animals populate an environment alternating between savannah with dispersed eroded cliffs and forested, mountainous areas with small streams and waterfalls. In these magnificent surroundings, you can combine exciting game drives on Land Cruisers with one of the most challenging marathon routes on the Adventure Marathons circuit. The route goes right through the habitat of the most famous African game: elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard. No fences, rivers or any other sissy stuff separate the African wildlife from the courageous runners. Antelopes and wildebeest will probably accompany runners through the game reserve, while the more fierce animals are kept at safe distance by park rangers. In these fascinating settings, we have selected a route that will prove challenging to even the most experienced long distance runner. Covering a wide variety of surfaces, ranging from deep sand to slippery rocks, the course will divide the weak sheep from the tough goats. The biggest challenge on race day is the extremely steep track going up the gorge, which separates the lower and the upper plateaus of the game reserve. Over a distance of three kilometres, the runners will experience a 500 metre incline and sloped sections over 40 degrees. Luckily, the scenery is spectacular enough to divert the attention from the level of exhaustiveness. Everthing you need to know on the full marathon, half marathon and registration is found at the official website.
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Phone Number: +45 3698 0000
Fax Number: +45 3698 0020
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Organization: Albatros Travel
URL: http://www.albatros-travel.dk
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