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Kruger2Canyon Race Programme
Programme for race weekend and information for Spectators.
Fri 27 June 2025
Registration
3pm – Registration Opens
– Onsite Accom Check-in
5pm – Dinner opens
6pm – Colbec K9 Demonstration
6:30pm – Presentations & Race Briefing
8pm – Registration closes.
Sat 28 June 2025
Day 1
4:30am – Breakfast Opens
– Registration Opens
5:15am – 42km Check-In
5:30am – 42km Start
6:00am – 26km Start
6:30am – 16km Start
7:00am – 10km Start
7:30am – 5km Starts
10am – First Runner Expected & Lunch opens
11:30am – Live educational snake demonstration & photo booth by Hoedspruit Reptile Centre.
2pm – 42km Cut-off (at 30km checkpoint)
5pm – Last Runner Expected &
– Dinner Opens
7pm – Slide Show and Briefing for Day 2 , including Dangerous Game Briefing.
Sun 29 June 2025
Day 2
*Please note start times may be delayed pending aerial survey of the route.
5:15am – Registration opens
5:30am – Breakfast opens
6am – 28km Check-In
6:15am – 28km Start
6:45am – 19km Start
7:15am – 14km Start
7:30am – Bus for 10km Runners departs LS Mariepskop to the start.
7:45am – 10km Start
8:30am – First Runner Expected
9:30am – Brunch Opens
10.30am – Prize Giving.
Spectator Information
Spectators Love k2c!
We welcome spectators at the Kruger2Canyon Challenge and have camping and meals available for those who would like to accompany loved ones to the event.
The event is family orientated, with short courses on the Saturday, perfect for youngsters and a dedicated KidZone so parents can run guilt-free.
Getaway Magazine published a fantastic article on ways to explore Mariepskop Mountain. From hiking to biking, boats and the air, there are options to take in Mariepskop from all angles. Read their Guide to Mariepskop HERE.
We are frequently asked by supporters about the option to drive onto the mountain and spectate at the race. We will be providing a guide on ways to do this but please be aware that the road is generally in very poor condition and a high clearance vehicle is essential 4×4 if the conditions are wet..
Spectator Packages
Spectator packages are available.
Includes dorm accommodation (offsite option available), meals, pace pack (includes Versus Socks), and Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre Tour (9:30am & 3pm daily). Children’s U12 package includes access to the KidZone all weekend.
Local Attractions
- Visit Hoedspruit Reptile Centre, Hoedspruit (20 mins)
- Visit the Kruger National Park (45mins)
- Blyde River Canyon Boat Tours (20mins)
- Drive to the top of Mariepskop (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS 4×4 ONLY, 3 hr round trip)
- Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (Tours daily at 9:30am & 3pm)
- Visit Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, Hoedspruit (20 mins)
