Top Of The Waterberg - Trail Run 2024
Sun 14 Jul 2024 @ Vaalwater, Limpopo


Organiser
ROR Events



TRAIL RUN

2024


Date:              14 JULY 2024

Venue:           Lindani Game & Lodges (Motseng lodge), Vaalwater, Waterberg, Limpopo

                       2 ¼ hours from PTA

GPS:               24o03’03.52”S, 28o20’31.17”E


Distances: 
Marathon
42 km

Half-Marathon
21 km

Quarter-Marathon
12 km

Fun Ride
  6 km (FREE Entry)


NEW EXCITING TRAIL RUNNING ROUTES!


This year you can look forward to running completely new routes from previous years. With the format of the Mountain Bike event and the Trail Run event happening over the same weekend, this year, the trail running routes will follow similar routes to the mountain bike routes from the previous day. Expect to be treated and challenged on super- fun trails through some amazing scenery. 


What to look forward to:


  • Running on Lindani’s stunning trails through the scenic Waterberg mountain bushveld amongst a diverse array of game species. 


  • Great Start/Finish Venue at Motseng village with good vibes and delicious food and beverages available. Bring the whole family.


  • Custom Versus socks for all entrants of the full, half and quarter marathon distances


  •  Medals for all finishers.


  • Prize giving and podium presentation 


  • TWO EVENTS, ONE WEEKEND - Top of the Waterberg MTB Challenge and Trail Event combined into a one weekend. Receive a 25% discount coupon to go towards your Trail Run entry by first entering the MTB Challenge taking place the Saturday the day before (https://enter.rorevents.co.za/events/80240-top-of-the-waterberg-mtb). Once entered - Check email for the 25% Discount code and use it at check out when entering for the Trail Run Event.


  • Braai and Rugby on the big screen the day before on Saturday 13th July after the MTB race to cheer on the Bokke as they take on arch-rivals, Ireland 




PODIUM CATEGORIES

Category

Marathon

Half- Marathon

Quarter-Marathon

Fun Run

Distance

42 km

21 km

12 km

6 km






Permitted Ages

19 years +

13 years +

All Ages

All Ages






Podiums





Overall Open (Men & Women)





U18 (Men & Women)





U12 (Men & Women)






TRAIL RUN ENTRY FEE 


Category

Distance

Entry Fee

Entry Includes




Custom Versus Socks

Medal

25% entry discount coupon for those entered for the

MTB 

Saturday 13 July

Water Tables

Marathon *

42 km

R500





Half-Marathon *

21 km

R400





Quarter-Marathon

12 km

R250





Fun Ride

6 km

Free










Custom Versus Socks to entrants of the full, half and quarter-marathon




Online Entries Close Midnight THURSDAY 11th of July 2024


   NUMBER COLLECTION & LATE ENTRIES


Date               Friday 12th July or Saturday 13th July

Time               16h00 to 18h00

Venue            Lindani Game & Lodges (Motseng lodge, gate no1


Date               Sunday 14th July 

Time               07h00 to 08h00

Venue            Lindani Game & Lodges (Motseng lodge, gate no1)


   PRIZES


All finishers will receive a Top of the Waterberg Medal.


Prizes TBC


    START TIMES 


Sunday 14th July 2024

  • 07h30                42 km
  • 08h30                21 km
  • 09h30                12 km
  • 10h00                  6 km

Prize giving and podium presentation will take place once all categories of a distance have finished


SPONSORS






ACCOMODATION



ON LINDANI 

There is a choice of beautiful, well-appointed self-catering lodges on Lindani reserve in close proximity to the race venue. There is also camping available on Lindani: 15 camp sites at the start/finish area, and 4 sites 12km from the start/finish. Be sure to book your lodge or camp site on Lindani through the Lindani office only: 083 631 5579, 066 505 8366


IN THE AREA

There are many accommodation options in the area (see table below)

 

Distance from Lindani Gate no 1 (km)Type of AccommodationWebsitePrimary Email AddressContact Number2nd Contact Nr
0Lodges, Cottages & Camping (Self-catering + meals to order)lindani.co.za[email protected]083-6315579066 505 8366
12
jembisa.com[email protected]082-570-8474
12Lodge (self-catering)waterbergselfcatering.com[email protected]082-570-8474
3Chalets + Camping (self-catering)ebahitigamelodge.co.za[email protected]082-458-6054082 -287-3230
3Luxury Tented Campleopardranch.co.za[email protected]0761781634
7Chalets (not self-catering)eventieria.com[email protected]0834539404
7Chalets (self-catering)
Hendrik & Kittie van Heerden08329715040824613924
8Chalets + Camping (self-catering)waterbergnatuurpraalresort.yolasite.com[email protected]0724569301
8Chalets (self-catering)madikela.co.za[email protected]081-299-6099
10Guest House, Rondavels, Appartments waterbokguestfarm.co.za[email protected]06556211200738732552
10Lodges (self-catering)luiperdsloop.co.za[email protected] 076-0682945
11Cottages (self-catering)
[email protected]0824848622082-3881291
14Chalets (self-catering)dunroaminsafaris.com[email protected]0823087631
17Chalets (self-catering)chacmasafari.co.za[email protected]+27 63 5029475+27 73 8825938
18Chalets (self-catering)www.waterberggamepark.co.za[email protected]0147554978
18Lodge (self-catering)mokabilodge.com[email protected]0836091425
21Lodges, Camping (self catering)summerplacegamereserve.com [email protected]064-7326211
22Lodges (catered & self-catering)waterbergcottages.co.za [email protected] 078 207 8570
22Luxury Tents & Lodges (catered)mackouwkuil.co.za[email protected]+27 (0)81 272 9766
22Lodges (self-catering)olievenfontein.com[email protected] 083 521 6223
23Lodge & Cottages (self-catering)izintabalodge.co.za[email protected]0827057708
24Lodge (self-catering)waterwoodlodge.comwaterwoodlodge.com 083 455 4544
26Lodge (self-catering)thabatala.co.za[email protected] 0833237007
32Chalets (self-catering)jugomaro.co.za[email protected]0825580703
32Lodges (catered & self-catering)www.okanti.co.za[email protected]0733183647
33Self Catering Chalets
[email protected]0836041163082-7750115
37Lodges & Luxury Tents (catered & self-catering)bushwa.co.za[email protected]0825621842 064 670 7253
38Rooms
[email protected]0827732284
39Rooms

0823882682
39Guest House 
[email protected]0822691265
40Cottages (self-catering)zeederbergs.co.za[email protected]0823327088
40Guest House

076-0790407
42Lodges (self-catering)wildeavontuur.co.zainfo@wildeavontuur0828523092
44Chalets + Camping (self-catering)
[email protected]083-9882064083-3721878
44Lodges, Camping (self catering)
[email protected]0826576262
47Farm house (self-catering)
[email protected]0785232792

 


ROUTE DESCRIPTIONS:


Marathon

Distance: 42 km

Climbing: 700m

Water Tables: 8km, 13km, 22km, 29km & 36km

Difficulty: Gentle climbs & descents on easy, flowing trails and farm roads. 

One steep 120m accent over 300m 


42km: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/286288339

GPX FILE: TR42km.gpx


Description:


The 42km Trail Run marathon is a stunning route covering a wide array of terrain and breath-taking scenery as one traverses over much of the Lindani reserve. Mountains, rivers, savanna plains, Waterberg bush veld, and wildlife - this route has a bit of everything. Combining easy flowing open trails with a few farm-road sections makes for a challenging, yet extremely rewarding run. Overall, the gradients are gentle, although be prepared for one steep 120m accent up the ‘Mineshaft’ over 300m of trail, which takes you to the top of a lookout point, where you will be treated to a spectacular view overlooking the Lindani cliffs (at approx. 27km). Having dealt with most of the climbing for the day, it’s generally downhill all the way home, along trails including 3-Amps reverse, Roller-Coaster, and Easy Rider. There are five well-stocked water tables at 8km, 13km, 22km, 29km and 36km, to keep you well-fuelled and hydrated. Watch out for 3 important splits at 9km, 10km and 13km. Nothing too hectic for this year’s route but be prepared to be treated to a stunning part of the Waterberg.  




Half-Marathon

Distance: 21 km

Climbing: 325m

Water Table: 8km, & 13km 

Difficulty: Gentle climbs & descents on easy flowing trails and farm roads


21km: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/286287946

GPX FILE: TR21km.gpx


Description:


Running with the game on superb trails, interspersed by farm roads through stunning Waterberg scenery and bush veld, all make for a super-special and most enjoyable run. This 21km half-marathon is a magical route that traverses a variety of terrain and landscape including mountains, rivers, and bushveld. The climbs and accents are mostly gentle, and the quality trails are non-technical, open, and clear, making for easy-flowing trail running.  There are two water tables at 8km & 13km to refuel at. Watch out for 3 important splits at 9km, 10km and 13km.



Quater-Marathon

Distance: 12 km

Climbing: 190 m

Water Table: 8km

Difficulty: Easy flowing trails with gentle gradients


12km: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/286287655

GPX FILE: TR12km.gpx


Description:


This quarter-marathon is a thoroughly enjoyable trail run through pristine Waterberg bush veld that meanders through a beautiful section of the Melk River valley, traversing a wide variety of terrain comprising of rivers, rocky outcrops, and flowing trails through savanna woodland. The gradients are gentle, and the excellent quality trails, combined with sections of farm roads, make for non-technical easy flowing trail running. There is one water table at 8km to refuel at. There is an important split to look out for at 9km, that branches off to the left from the 6km/21km/42km routes. This is a very mellow and fun route for all to enjoy.




Fun Run

Distance: 6 km

Climbing: 105m

Difficulty: Non-technical


6km: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/286287383

GPX FILE: TR6km.gpx


Description:


The 6 km route is a super fun non-technical trail that runs through some beautiful sections of Waterberg bushveld and woodlands, and riverine stretches of the Melk River. This easy flowing trail crosses over the Melk River four times before heading back for the last kilometre on a farm road. Enjoy a refreshing stop at the ‘flat rock' water table at 3.7km after the third Melk River crossing.





MORE INFO OR ANY RACE ENQUIRIES CONTACT 

PAUL 082 577 1241 (Entries) or ALAN - 073 179 4313 (Race Routes & other info)


JUST A REMINDER FOR THOSE WANTING TO DO THE MTB AND THE TRAIL RUN EVENT - ENTER THE MTB EVENT FIRST AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT COUPON IN YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL.






UPCOMING TOP OF THE WATERBERG EVENTS AT LINDANI 2024


More information: lindani.co.za

Top Of The Waterberg - Trail Run 2024

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Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event

Class Distance Start Time Price (pp)
42km Trail Run
This entry includes a pair of Custom VERSUS Socks, Running Bib, Waterpoints on well marked scenic trails plus Medal
42 km 07:30 R 500.00
21km Trail Run
This entry includes a pair of Custom VERSUS Socks, Running Bib, Waterpoints on well marked scenic trails plus Medal
21 km 08:30 R 400.00
12km Trail Run
This entry includes a pair of Custom VERSUS Socks, Running Bib, Podium for u/18. Well marked scenic trails plus Medal
12 km 09:30 R 250.00
6km Trail Run
Free Entry. Podium u/12 plus Medals to all finishers
6 km 10:00 Free

Event location
Lindani Game & Lodges, Vaalwater

Coordinates -24.045891509793, 28.339898642432
Address Vaalwater, Limpopo
City Vaalwater
Province Limpopo


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