Summer ultramarathons in South Africa

Challenging endurance course over mountain streams, snow, ice, wet roads, and strong winds; route adjustments possible for safety

Wild Franschhoek terrain with dirt trails, icy river crossings, scratchy vegetation and panoramic views in rugged backcountry.

Highly technical mountain route on the Montagu Trails Network, with steep climbs, fast descents, rugged terrain and three summit peaks.

Point-to-point 100-mile route through the Eastern Cape, from the Cathcart area to East London, with long night hours and a tough reputation.

Demanding coastal loop in Umdoni Park: singletrack, dune paths, beach sections, stair climbs, and ocean-view decks.

Three-day stage race on the Garden Route with mountain, forest, and coastal trails through national parks including the Outeniqua Mountains and Wilderness coast

Multi-day trail route across Garden Route national park terrain, from mountain paths and indigenous forest to dramatic coastal trails.

Demanding 65km stage race in the Wolkberg Mountains, featuring the Iron Crown, steep climbing, exposure, and sweeping views

53km route with 1900m elevation gain through fynbos mountains, rocky ridges, sandy beaches, and De Hoop Nature Reserve during whale-watching season

Steep rocky climbs, hard-hitting descents and rugged mountain trails across the Table Mountain massif in Cape Town.

Unmarked Freedom Trail route from Pietermaritzburg to Rhodes, with rugged tracks, frequent portages, and a final Maloti Drakensberg crossing.

Point-to-point 87–89 km ultramarathon between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, major international field, alternating direction annually, strict time limit

Rugged Freedom Trail route through Swartberg and the Winelands, with dirt roads, farm tracks, wagon trails and demanding portage sections.

Demanding multi-stage race linking Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon, with tough terrain, expansive views, and striking natural variety.