This event has been highlighted by Forbes Magazine as one of the top 10 marathons worth travelling for. It is held among the wildlife in the African savannah in a big five reserve. There are NO fences nor rivers or anything separating the participants from the wildlife.

If you didn’t already know, the big five include Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino and Buffalo.

The Big Five Marathon starts and finishes at Lakeside Lodge on the upper escarpment. Runners staying at the other lodges will be transferred to Lakeside in jeeps. An early breakfast will be served at each lodge before departure.

The marathon and half marathon have separate start times. The marathon is scheduled for 9am. The half marathon will start at 9:15am. Please note that the presence of wildlife near the route may cause delays.

All finishers will receive a medal at the finish line. After the race, a buffet lunch will be served at Lakeside Lodge. Jeeps going back to your own lodge will depart when full (10 passengers). It is possible to use a shower next to the medical facility at Lakeside. Please bring a towel along if you wish to shower before heading back from the finish area.

No under 18’s are permitted to participate in the marathon.

For more info, go to www.big-five-marathon.com