When entering Wild Rivers Nature Reserve, expect to be immersed in the vista of endless woodland and the majestic Drakensberg mountains that change colour as the day progresses. Meandering ever deeper into the Reserve, the secret rhythm of nature will envelope you and bring quiet to your soul. At the very end of the journey you will find the rivers that run free and wild. This is life as it is supposed to be…
Situated in the Greater Kruger Park Region, this scenic and pristine slice of exclusive African wilderness provides sanctuary those that seek an authentic and secluded lifestyle experience in nature. The vast 2,600-hectare reserve, bordered by both the Blyde and Olifants Rivers, boasts a diverse landscape with rocky outcrops and savanna where plains game and trail runners can roam freely together. Although elusive leopard wander in the shade of ancient trees and river banks are frequented by hippo and crocodiles, there are no “big five” animals on the reserve, allowing us to run without inhibition on the network of gravel roads and flowing single track.
Expect to be amazed…
Accommodation options are ample in Hoedspruit and surrounds. Unfortunately no camping on site.
The Routes
All events will start out at the airstrip near Civet Dam and the routes will lead you out into the reserve where you may be lucky enough to spot some game. Certain distances will meet up and take you across the Blyde river and into the most remote and untouched part of the reserve where you will get to experience a totally different terrain. Another river crossing or two and the course takes you back to the airstrip near Civet Dam where you can relax in most majestic bushveld on earth.
Race Start Times
20km – 07h00
12km – 07h15
5km – 07h30
*Please note registration will start at 06h30. Please arrive with enough time to collect your race number and attend race briefing before the race.
Every entry includes a conservation fee that will be paid across to the Wild Rivers Nature Reserve and used to promote conservation activities both in the reserve and ultimately in the greater area. This years’ funds will be used to establish an indigenous nursery where plants will be grown to be used in the rehabilitation of the environment.
