How to get into the Big Five Marathon 2027.

All 2 ways into the Big Five Marathon in Entabeni.

Ways in

There are 2 ways into the Big Five Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

  1. 01

    First come, first served

    Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

    At this race: Enter while places last.

  2. 02

    Tour operator package

    Buy a travel package (usually hotel plus race entry) from an official tour operator. It costs more than entering yourself, but the place is guaranteed.

    At this race: To register for the Big Five Marathon, all international runners must sign up for the tour package.

    Organizer's details

Charity places and tours

Both are guaranteed places. A charity place asks you to raise a minimum amount; a tour package bundles entry with travel and a hotel.

Tour operators

No tour packages listed yet.

FAQ

What are the ways into the Big Five Marathon?
There are 2 ways in. First come, first served: Enter while places last. Tour operator package: To register for the Big Five Marathon, all international runners must sign up for the tour package.

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