Cape Epic, Cape Town

National GeographicAug 16, 2015

South Africa’s best extreme adventure events

South Africa hosts some of the world’s most exhilarating and scenic adventure challenges for first-time competitors and experienced extreme athletes alike.

Eight-day serviced stage race through unspoilt wilderness.

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The Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run and Half MarathonTrailRun around the Cape Peninsula on Easter weekend.
Cape Town Cycle TourPlaceCircular route around the Cape Peninsula in March.
Cape EpicPlaceEight-day serviced stage race through unspoilt wilderness.
Elsewhere
Comrades MarathonTrailDurban, South Africa55-mile course between Durban and Pietermaritzburg in June.
The Otter African Trail RunTrailGeorge, South Africa25.5-mile coastal course through Garden Route National Park.
Joberg2cPlaceJohannesburg, South AfricaOff-road adventure across four provinces in April/May.
FNB Wines2WhalesPlaceSomerset West, South AfricaThree-day team races from vineyard to whale-watching hub.
World Surf League Championship TourPlaceBallito, South AfricaEvents in Ballito near Durban and Jeffrey's Bay.
Nelson Mandela Bay Surf ProPlacePort Elizabeth, South AfricaEvent in Port Elizabeth.
Vans Surf Pro ClassicPlaceLambert's Bay, South AfricaEvent in Lambert's Bay.

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South Africa’s best extreme adventure events