Big Five Marathon
13 Nov 2021 / 18 June 2022
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Like all Albatros Adventure Marathons, the Big Five Marathon is designed to be more than just a race. It's also about enjoying time together with family, friends and other running-minded spirits. Spectators welcome!
In order to register for Big Five Marathon, you must sign up for one of the tour packages.
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Packages
Big Five Marathon 2021 7-day package
10 - 16 Nov | 7 days | 2200 EUR
Explore the Entabeni Private Game Reserve with game drives, bush walks, and, of course, the Big Five Marathon!
Big Five Marathon 2022 7-day package
15 - 21 Jun | 7 days | 2250 EUR
Extend your stay in Entabeni and make the most of your African safari.
Travel partners
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Southern Africa is brimming with natural wonders. Catch a glimpse of the Big Five game, take a helicopter over a thunderous waterfall, or explore alien landscapes among sand dunes.
The Big Five Marathon is more than just a marathon - it's a journey through Southern Africa! Take advantage of your trip to see all that South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe have to offer.
Extensions
Big Five Safari & Panorama Route Nov 2021 - Manyeleti Private Game Reserve
16 - 20 Nov | 5 days | 1250 EUR
Can't get enough of Big Five sightings? Take another safari!
Victoria Falls Nov 2021 - The Smoke That Thunders
16 - 19 Nov | 4 days | 1850 EUR
Stand in awe of one of the world's largest waterfalls.
Cape Town Nov 2021
16 - 20 Nov | 5 days | 1250 EUR
Visit the city of Cape Town, tour the Winelands, and see the adorable African penguins at Boulders Beach.
Big Five Safari & Panorama Route 2022- Manyeleti Private Game Reserve
21 - 25 Jun | 5 days | 1300 EUR
Can't get enough of Big Five sightings? Take another safari!
Victoria Falls 2022- The Smoke That Thunders
21 - 24 Jun | 4 days | 1900 EUR
Stand in awe of one of the world's largest waterfalls.
Cape Town 2022
21 - 25 Jun | 5 days | 1300 EUR
Visit the city of Cape Town, tour the Winelands, and see the adorable African penguins at Boulders Beach.
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Entry Packages
Like all Albatros Adventure Marathons, the Big Five Marathon is designed to be more than just a race. It's also about enjoying time together with family, friends and other running-minded spirits. Spectators welcome!
In order to register for Big Five Marathon, you must sign up for one of the tour packages.
Option 1 : Registration opening soon
Big Five Marathon 2021 7-day package
10-16 Nov 2021 | 7 days | 2 200 EUR
The Big Five Marathon is an exclusive event that combines a challenging marathon experience with a classic African safari vacation.
Option 2
Travel partners
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