National GeographicAug 16, 2015South Africa’s best extreme adventure eventsSouth Africa hosts some of the world’s most exhilarating and scenic adventure challenges for first-time competitors and experienced extreme athletes alike.10 things in this storyNelson Mandela Bay Surf ProPlaceEvent in Port Elizabeth.ElsewhereThe Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run and Half MarathonTrailCape Town, South AfricaRun around the Cape Peninsula on Easter weekend.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.Cape Town Cycle TourPlaceCape Town, South AfricaCircular route around the Cape Peninsula in March.Cape EpicPlaceCape Town, South AfricaEight-day serviced stage race through unspoilt wilderness.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.Vans Surf Pro ClassicPlaceLambert's Bay, South AfricaEvent in Lambert's Bay.Read the full piece at National Geographic →
