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Marathonfrom Cape Town
For the Cape Town Marathon 2023 where one of its other races, we offer you a stay at heart of South African culture. Whether you prefer short or long distances on road or trail in the middle of nature, There is something for every taste. So that Cape Town and its region is no longer a secret for you, we have put together a superb circuit outside of your sporting events. YOU discover its nature, its culture, its history and its city and its beauty for 9 days.
The advantages of this stay:
No time difference between the metropolis and Cape Town.
A local French-speaking driver guide during your excursions: history of the country, breathtaking landscape, marine animals or the
savannah. You can ask him all your questions.
Several distances on different terrains to suit all runners.
Marathon
10km
5km
Trail 46km
Trail 22km
Marathon: 6h30
10km 7h30
5km: 8h30
Trail 46km: 6h00
Trail 22km: 6h45
Marathon: 6h30
10km: 3h
5km: 1h30
Trail 46km: 10h
Trail 22km: 5h
Race registration formalities
- Minimum age :
– Marathon: 20 years
– 10km: 14 years old
– 5km: n/a
– Trail 46km: 18 years old
– Trail 22km: 18 years old - Registration fees :
– Marathon: €123
– 10km: €42
– 5km: €27
– Trail 46km: €100
– Trail 22km: €89
Marathon presentation
Enjoy a unique stay in South Africa to discover the wonders of this country and run one of the superb races (Cape Town marathon or other) scheduled for October 15 and 16. The organizers of the event offer you a weekend entirely focused on sport. Everyone will find a test adapted to what they want. It is for these reasons that the organizers of the marathon and other races count nearly 10,000 runners : 9000 on the road and 1000 on the trails (the number of trail runners in the national park being limited to 1000 runners).
We start on October 15 with the 5 and 10 km on the road. The courses take place in the city center with departures and arrivals in the neighborhood of Green Point. These 2 races are intended to be open to as many people as possible with particularly comfortable time limits.
On this same day, you also have the opportunity to cstart one of the 2 trails of 22 or 46 km. You will appreciate it, regardless of the effort required 😉, every kilometer spent in the famous Table Mountain National Park offering you a panoramic view of the entire city opening onto the Atlantic. It’s a treat for runners who love the great outdoors and nature. Of numerous species of fauna and flora observed on this trail cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. For the 46 km, an elevation gain of 2200 m awaits you, runners will set off from Cape Town Stadium above the city through flora, fauna and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. For the 22 km, the elevation difference offered to you is 830m. The start is at the same place for both trails. Once your effort is finished, you will return to the Green Point neighborhood to cross the finish line.
THE Sunday will give way to the marathon whose circuit is planned in the city center of Cape Town. It's about largest marathon on the African continent. You will benefit from the sporting welcome of this country. The 42.2km Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a prestigious global city race open to a range of running enthusiasts. Along the route, you will discover Cape Town's famous natural mountain range, the Atlantic Ocean, as well as many of the city's attractions, from street art to the statue of Madiba at city hall, including the hustle and bustle of Woodstock. The different districts of the city will no longer hold any secrets for you.
Logistically, you will need to collect your bib directly from the marathon exhibition and other races on Friday and Saturday. It is located at Cape Town Stadium. Refreshments will be provided along the routes. Details will be communicated later. A T-shirt and a finisher medal will be given to you at the end of your sporting challenge.
For the rest of your stay, we have planned for you a circuit so that this region no longer has any secrets for you. You will have the opportunity to discover the city of Cape Town but also its peninsula and its unique fauna and flora, the history of its country and the impact of Nelson Mandela, a musical and taste cultural discovery or even the possibility of meeting animals specific to the African continent during a safari. You would have understood it, we offer you a stay that you will not forget. Quickly discover our program.
Course
2023 rates
Regular flights with one stopover
Departure from Roissy-CDG on Thursday October 12 at 7:10 a.m., arrival at 9:25 p.m.
Return from Cape Town on Thursday October 19 at 11:35 p.m., arrival in Paris Roissy on Friday October 20 at 11:20 a.m.
Schedules are indicative and subject to change.
This price includes :
– Return plane (regular flights)
– 6 nights in a hotel in Cape Town (City Lodge Waterfront)
– 1 night’s hotel at Karoo Cottages within the Aquila private reserve
– Airport/hotel transfers
– Breakfasts and certain meals mentioned in the program below
– The visits mentioned in the program
– French-speaking local driver and guide during the visit days.
– A backpack with a Palnet Tours jersey will be offered to runners and sent via Mondial Relay.
– Airport taxes.
These prices do not include :
– Registration for the marathon 123€, 10 km 42€, 5km 27€, 46km trails 100€, 22km 89€ and 11 km 21€
– Cancellation/loss of baggage insurance: €70 per person/ with the HEALTH PROTECTION extension included: €95
– Optional activities during the race days: Culinary experience with locals: €100, Cruise to
whales: €135. (minimum of 4 people needed to be booked as soon as possible, to be paid on site).
– Drinks during the meals mentioned
– Personal expenses
Rates :
- Single room : 2360€
- Double room : 1985€
Our hotel
City Lodge Waterfront***
For a big city like Cape Town, we have youselected a hotel at the crossroads of all points of interest which will punctuate your stay: the City Lodge Waterfront***. In 30min walk you can reach the start and finish areas of the different races. If you prefer, taxis are quite accessible in South Africa.
Located in the Waterfront district, you will enjoy walks along the quays overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, you will also be at the limits other areas of the city such as the economic city center or Bo-Kaap and its colorful buildings. You will be able to vary your nighttime visits.
You will benefit from your breakfast directly at the hotel. In addition to the comfort of the rooms, you will appreciate its gym or swimming poole to recover from your effort or even its bar with its view of the sunset.
To make your African experience complete, we offer one night in Aquila Reserve at Karro Cattages. You will enjoy the soothing atmosphere that emanates from this environment. You will enjoy the rustic charm of this cottage on the edge of the reserve. It has a bathroom in addition to an outdoor shower. A real change of scenery in this unique environment while benefiting from paths allowing you to easily access the main building and the services they offer such as its restaurant. Meals ranging from lunch on the day of your arrival to breakfast the next day are included.
