Num Num Trail Challenge Accommodation
About the Num-Num Trail Challenge:
With a field limited to 400 runners, this is will again be an exclusive challenge for fit trail runners who love pristine nature trails.
The full course is 32km long with 1700 meters of ascent and runs over some of the toughest, most variable terrain at high altitude on the African Escarpment.
Entrance Fee:
R1200 – 32km
R950 – 21km
R750 – 15km
R250 – 7km
This Includes:
Event T-shirt. (excl. 7km entry)
Finishers Medal.
Coffee & tea table on the race morning.
Lavish water tables on the the route on race day.
Braai lunch at the village from 12-4 pm (excl 7km) and prize giving on the Saturday after the cut off and much more.
This truly offers one of the best value for money, unique trail events on pristine nature trails that are regarded as some of the best in the country.
*Additional meal vouchers on sale
Start Times:
32km – 07:30am
21km – 07:30am
15km – 07:45am
7km – 08:30
4km Kids guided walk – 09:00
Prize Giving / Awards Ceremony
Prize-giving will be at 13h00 on Saturday
Event Format:
Solo knee-breaker, single-stage trail run. There are steep up hills, down hills, technical trails, bridges and ladders.
Terrain:
Explore the hidden gems of the Highveld Escarpment. Gorges, kloofs, indigenous forests, sandstone labyrinths, open grasslands, waterfalls, game and birds.
Registration and Start:
Registration desk will be open on Friday afternoon (28 July) from 15h00 to 20h00 and Saturday morning (23 July) from 06h00 – 07h15 at the race village in the Pongola Express Camp. You must ensure that you collect your ‘race tag’ from the timekeeping team.
*The race briefing will be 10 minutes before the start time of each group.
Route Description
The High 5 Trail Hiking Trail (previously known as Num-Num) is situated midway between Machadodorp and Badplaas. This is the lip of the Drakensburg Escarpment with natural wonders hidden in kloofs and gorges. Both race categories go through twisty forest areas, sandstone rock formations, open grasslands, steep climbs and descents and waterfalls galore. There is only 3km of jeep track running; the rest is all single track trails.
Compulsory Gear
“Wind proof” shell Space blanket Cell phone with the emergency number (071 509 3463) saved on it 1 litres of water Mini first aid kit – Strap, elastic bandage, anti-cramp tablets, anti-histamine, wound dressing, disinfectant. Snacks Whistle You must carry a card with all your medical details on it such a Doctor’s telephone number, Medical insurance number, emergency telephone number and contact name, blood group, any allergies etc. This must be inside a sealed ziplock bag and on your person. (Not applicable to 7km route)
Other useful items (not compulsory): Sunblock, sun glasses, small camera, positive attitude and a sense of humour.
Accommodation Options:
View our accommodation options here.
