Otter African Trail Run
- Date Wed 14th October 2015
- Location Garden Route National Park, South Africa
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Otter African Trail Run on Wednesday, October 14, 2015, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Western District along Southern Africa's stunning Indian Ocean coast. This iconic event is celebrated as “the pinnacle of a lifetime spent pursuing outdoor endurance events,” and is lovingly dubbed 'The Grail of Trail' by avid runners worldwide.
Runners can choose between two thrilling options: the challenging 42k Otter Run, which includes traversing four rivers (one of which requires a refreshing swim) and conquering 11 significant climbs, boasting a total elevation gain of over 2600m, or the Otter Challenge, which offers the same exhilarating distance but with additional time to complete the course. Both events kick off with a 5k 'prologue' familiarisation run, perfect for getting a feel for the trail. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable adventure through some of Southern Africa’s most stunning landscapes!
Runners can choose between two thrilling options: the challenging 42k Otter Run, which includes traversing four rivers (one of which requires a refreshing swim) and conquering 11 significant climbs, boasting a total elevation gain of over 2600m, or the Otter Challenge, which offers the same exhilarating distance but with additional time to complete the course. Both events kick off with a 5k 'prologue' familiarisation run, perfect for getting a feel for the trail. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable adventure through some of Southern Africa’s most stunning landscapes!
Otter African Trail Run
Wed 14th October 2015
Organiser's Description
The Otter has been described by hardened trail runners as “the pinnacle of a lifetime spent pursuing outdoor endurance events.” Known as 'The Grail of Trail' the route runs along Southern Africa's Indian Ocean coast. It traverses 4 rivers, one involving a swim, 11 “significant” climbs, and a total elevation gain of over 2600m. Two options: the 42k Otter Run, and the Otter Challenge - same 42k distance but with more time allowed. Both events involve a 5k 'prologue' familiarisation run.
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