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120 kms run over three days
Wild Coast Challenge
The 120 km route is completely unmarked. ‘The herd’ covers a variety of terrains, including virgin beach stretches, rocks and boulders, grassy hillocks, narrow goat paths, sand dunes, hiking trails, old Jeep tracks and short sections of gravel.
Dates for 2025
6 – 8 March 2025
Entries open?
Entries open on 1 May 2024.
650
+Participants in 2024
1000
k +Charity Contributions
PLEASE ONLY ENTER THIS EVENT IF YOU ARE A CONFIDENT SWIMMER AND ARE PHYSICALLY FIT
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Participants must be able to comfortably complete a 21 km trail in under 4 hours.
Participants must be able to comfortably swim 100m in a flowing river and/or open water.
WE ENCOURAGE THE HERD TO CLEAN UP THE BEACHES ALONG THE WAY- PRIZES ARE AWARDED TO THOSE THAT COLLECT THE MOST LITTER.
WHAT IS THE WILD COAST CHALLENGE
HOW DO I ENTER
RULES & KIT
FAQs
Dates 2025:
Thurs 6 – Sat 8 March
Daily cut off times:
There are no cut off times.
Where do we stay:
Accommodation is at four of the best hotels the Wild Coast has to offer: The Haven, Kob Inn, Seagulls and Crawfords Beach Lodge.
Daily Distances:
Day One: approx 43 km
(The Haven – Kob Inn Hotel)Day Two: approx 40 km
(Kob Inn – Seagulls)Day Three: approx 45 km
(Seagulls – Crawfords Beach Lodge)
Route:
The route is completely unmarked, the only advice from race organiser Liam Victor being- ‘keep the sea on your left.’
It covers mixture of terrains, comprising virgin beach stretches, rocks and boulders, grassy hillocks, narrow goat paths, sand dunes, hiking trails, old Jeep tracks and short sections of gravel.
How much does it cost:
The cost for 2025
is R9950
Inclusive of a R1000 deposit
What is included in the entry fee:
- 4 nights dinner, bed, & breakfast in 4 of the best Wild Coast hotels
Awesome box filled with goodies.
Race T-shirt
Customised Funky Pants
Medical assistance (to a point)
Transport from East London to starting point
Bucket list – tick
Adventure of a lifetime
When do entries open:
Entries open on 1 May 2024.
There is limited space available. Once the event is full, entries will go onto a waiting list and be allocated on a first come first served basis, as place become available.
How do I enter:
Download the Entry Form and fill it in and send it back to us.
Your spot is secured by payment of a non refundable R1000 deposit. The balance of your payment is due by 30 Nov 2024. Your entry is confirmed by full payment only.
I have never done a stage event before, will I make it:
In order to enter this event you must be able to complete a 21 km trail event in under 4 hours.
COMPULSORY KIT LIST
The kit listed below must be carried every day:
- Flotation device / dry bag that can be blown up to assist with flotation
- Water bottle / hydration pack with minimum capacity of 1.5l
- Wind breaker / rain jacket
- Mobile phone with RSA reception and emergency numbers stored in a dry bag
- Snacks for running – be prepared in case the medics cannot get to the water points.
- Basic medical kit including strapping tape.
- Cash – to tip the ferrymen and in case of emergency
- Space blanket
- Whistle
- Waterproof firelighters
TAKE NOTE - PLEASE READ THE BELOW CAREFULLY
- All new entrants must submit proof that they have completed a 21 km trail in under 4 hours and that they can confidently swim 100m in a river and/or open water. Proof must be in the form of an official event result or a Garmin / Strava submission. Proof of swimming ability may be an official certification or video.
All entrants must enter with a partner/s of a similar ability with whom they will cross all rivers and may be required to finish each day. The organisers may decide to start participants in batches for safety purposes. Batches will start together and may be required to wait for all members of their batch at predetermined points.
This event is not a race. Participants may be requested to wait for other runners in the interest of safety.
Participants are required to cross several rivers. Canoes are guaranteed for the Mbashe crossing only. Participants must be comfortable using their own flotation device. No river crossing may be attempted alone. If uncomfortable, participants must wait for the sweeper to assist with the river crossing.
The route is unmarked. It covers a mixture of virgin beach stretches, rocks and boulders, single cattle track, hiking trails, old Jeep track, and sections of gravel. The sea remains at all times on your left.
In case of emergency, alert a race director, medic or nearest fellow athlete. Note that there may not be cellphone reception at all times – please try and get to the nearest point of signal and inform the race directors of your situation and location.
There will be no cut-off points along the route, everyone will complete each day.
Everyone is required to pack their belongings in a box which will be transport to the next destination each day. The boxes are L61cm x W41cm x H34cm
What must I carry?
Participants must carry all items on the compulsory kit list as well as their hydration and food for each day.
Boxes will be transported and waiting at each overnight stop.
Everyone must have a flotation device / dry bag that can be blown up to assist with flotation.
Are there water points:
There is one water point a day where you can refuel, fill up with water and get medical attention.
What about the rivers:
There are several rivers which you will need to swim across. All participants must be confident swimmers and be able to use their flotation devices. River crossings should be done with a buddy. Only the Mbashe and Kei River crossings are supported with canoes / boat.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are adequately equipped to cross rivers.
Is it a competitive event:
No, there are no podium prizes. There are prizes for the most litter collected each day.
Can my non running partner join me:
Absolutely! Please contact us to organise this. You can also opt for partners/family to join you on the last night at Crawfords Beach Lodge.
Shuttle leaves East London – Wednesday 5 March at 10h00 sharp
The Brands that make it happen
SPONSORS
The People that make it happen
EVENT ORGANISERS
Liam ‘Captain Chaos‘ Victor is the founder and Chief Exploration Officer of the RB Africa Wild Coast Challenge. His portfolios include route navigation ‘keep the sea on your left’ , entertainment and generally ensuring every participant has the adventure of a lifetime.
Dominique ‘Dominator‘ Davies, Chief Organising Officer, is the behind the scenes administrator, responsible for communications, logistics and ensuring events go to plan.
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