The Cederberg Traverse, presented by Cederberg Wines is a 100km of mountain trail run with 3800m of climbing.

 

You will run, stumble and crawl through all the iconic Cederberg highlights and visit remote valleys and kloofs that few have ever seen.
You need to be able to look after yourself – Bear Grylls gnawing on scorpions!
The 100km non-stop Traverse!

It means that the 100 Mile race has to be placed on hold until further notice.

Training Tips and Hints

Price Includes:

Camping at Sanddrif
Registration / briefing dinner
Finishers potjie
Sunday brunch feast
Nature conservation fees
Race Garments
Race Buff
Race snacks and water at CPs

Entry Fee: 

100km – R3500

Winning Times of 2016: (Download 2016 Cederberg Traverse Results)

100 miles

Male:  51:13:00
Female: 52:13:23

Last Runner: 53:31:00

100km

Male: 13:04:00
Female: 15:37:21

Last Runner: 25:00:25

Winning Times of 2017: (Results here)

100km

Male: 15h59min30sec
Female:21h27min30sec

Last runner: 26h58min

Race Registration:

All runners are highly advised to arrive at Sanddrift after lunchtime on Friday 12th. Registration at Sanddrift will be at 4pm, the briefing and a light meal will follow at 6pm.

On the morning of the race, Saturday 13th all runners will leave Sanddrift at 5am.

Race Info: 

There are no refunds. If you cannot take part you must find a substitute for your entry. Roll-overs are valid for 1 year ONLY and substitutions do not apply.

– En route cut-offs and 6pm at Algeria.
– Fully self-sufficient
– Mapped route, not race marked
– Pairs are encouraged for safety.

100km: (30 hours to complete)

• Start: Sanddrif
• Time: 5am
• Date: 13 October 2018
• NB: All Cp’s will have EMERGENCY Food and Water
• Finish: Sanddrif
• Time: 11am
• Date: 14 October 2018

Cederberg 100km Traverse

Accommodation:

Camping: Camping is included in your entry fee. If your family and friends wish to join you for the weekend we are selling campsites at R200. 4 pax per campsite.

Sanddrif Cottages:
1 bedroom cottage (2 Adults) – R1200 per night.
2 bedroom cottage (4 Adults) – R950 per bedroom per night.
3 bedroom cottage (6 – 10 Adults) – R500 per bed per night.

Race Rules:

1. Follow the designated route only. This route is ONLY for experienced trail runners. (Sorry, no juniors U21).
2. Obey all instructions from marshals. Failing to listen to instructions, may award you a disqualification.
3. You are required to be self sufficient with water and nutrition – do not rely on water tables, there are none, this is mountain running. There is fresh water in the streams which is pleasant and safe to drink.
4. Equipment – you will need the appropriate gear for the weather on the day. This may be a windbreaker, or a full – blown raincoat and thermal under garments. Head lamp. Be prepared!
5. All runners should take a space blanket, basic first aid kit, and a cell phone (although reception is sketchy).
6. Keep in mind that you are responsible for your own well – being on the trail. Be mindful of your
condition and only do what your body allows. If you have a heart condition or other medical issue, let us know in advance.
7. Absolutely no litter will be tolerated. You can help by picking up any dropped items.
8. Respect Animals – Do not disturb or harass wildlife. Animals scared by your sudden approach may be dangerous.
9. Be friendly to other trail runners, if you see any.
10. Please do not pick wild flowers, chip rocks or gather any other artefacts or trophies. Take photos, leave footprints.
11. Participants indicate acceptance of the rules of The Cederberg Traverse 2018 – by their signature / click on the entry form.
12. Note – Cut off times to be advised.
13. There are no refunds. If you can not take part you must find a substitute for your entry. Roll-overs are valid for 1 year ONLY and substitutions do not apply.

Compulsory Kit:

1. Trail pack with sufficient capacity for all race kit.
2. Waterproof jacket
3. Hydration – 2 litres capacity. This is a make or break item.
4. Food =  nutrition for 12 hours
5. Base Layer (preferably thermal)
6. Space blanket
7. Whistle
8. Buff
9. Headlamp with extra batteries.
10. Personal GPS
11. Spare batteries for your GPS

Algeria Re-Supply:  You may hand us a re-supply bag at registration for Algeria stop with fresh socks, special food items, notes of encouragements.

Suggested Kit:

Spare pair of shoes for Algeria transition
Fresh running gear for Algeria
Suncream
Hat
Rehydrate
Emergency food supply
Sun glasses
Compass

Accommodation @ Sanddrif:

Cottages get booked up very quickly, email Caeli for availability in 2018.

Directions to Start / Finish venue Sanddrif:

From Cape Town, take the N7 turn-off on the N1 and, 28 km after Citrusdal, turn right at the Algeria/Cederberg sign. Continue past Algeria and over the Uitkyk Pass (second pass) – about 46 km of gravel road – until you reach Dwarsrivier, home of Cederberg Wines. Total distance from Cape Town: ±250 km; ±3 hours’ drive.

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The Cederberg Night Marathon 2018

This route takes from Algeria to Sanddrift via the Sneeuberg hut.

The valleys and kloofs of the iconic Cederberg will be revealed to you at night through a completely new angle – beware of the creatures that may come out at dusk!

You need to be able to look after yourself.

Training Tips and Hints:

1) Train like you mean it. The racing will be fun, if the training is hard.

2) Train with a pack. Cederberg Night Marathon is not about speed work, but diesel engine power.

3) Train in your race gear with full kit, to get used to it and iron out any issues.

4) Run in the dark, on technical tracks (not the road) using head lamp.

Entry Fee:

42km – R2000

Price Includes:

Camping at Sanddrif
Sunday brunch feast
Nature conservation fees
Race Garments
Race Buff
Race snacks and water at CP, Sneeuberg Hut.

Race Info:

There are no refunds. If you cannot take part you must find a substitute for your entry. Roll-overs are valid for 1 year ONLY. Substitutions do not apply for roll over.

Race cut off time, 14 hours to complete the full 42km.
Fully self-sufficient
Mapped route, not race marked
Pairs are encouraged for safety.

44km:(14 hours to complete)

• Start: Algeria
• Time: 6pm 
• Date: 13 October 2018
  
• NB: All Cp’s will have EMERGENCY Food and Water
• Finish: Sanddrif
• Date: 14 October 2018

Cederberg Night Marathon Profile

Accommodation: 

Camping: Camping is included in your entry fee. If your family and friends wish to join you for the weekend we are selling campsites at R200. 4 pax per campsite.

Sanddrif Cottages:
1 bedroom cottage (2 Adults) – R1200 per night.
2 bedroom cottage (4 Adults) – R950 per bedroom per night.
3 bedroom cottage (6 – 10 Adults) – R500 per bed per night.

Race Rules:

1. Follow the designated route only. This route is ONLY for experienced trail runners. (Sorry, no juniors U21).
2. Obey all instructions from marshals. Failing to listen to instructions, may award you a disqualification.
3. You are required to be self sufficient with water and nutrition – do not rely on water tables, there are none, this is mountain running. There is fresh water in the streams which is pleasant and safe to drink.
4. Equipment – All compulsory gears are required regardless of the weather of the day – Be prepared!
5. All runners should take a space blanket, basic first aid kit, and a cell phone (although reception is sketchy).
6. Keep in mind that you are responsible for your own well – being on the trail. Be mindful of your
condition and only do what your body allows. If you have a heart condition or other medical issue, let us know in advance.
7. Absolutely no litter will be tolerated. You can help by picking up any dropped items.
8. Respect Animals – Do not disturb or harass wildlife. Animals scared by your sudden approach may be dangerous.
9. Be friendly to other trail runners, if you see any.
10. Please do not pick wild flowers, chip rocks or gather any other artefacts or trophies. Take photos, leave footprints.
11. Participants indicate acceptance of the rules of The Cederberg Night Marathon – by their signature / click on the entry form.
12. Note – Cut off time for the whole race is 14hours. Last participant should arrive at Sanddrift at 8am on Sunday the 14th.
13. There are no refunds. If you can not take part you must find a substitute for your entry. Roll-overs are valid for 1 year ONLY.
14. Substitutions do not apply for roll over.

Compulsory Kit:

1. Trail pack with sufficient capacity for all race kit.
2. Waterproof jacket
3. Hydration – 2 litres capacity. This is a make or break item.
4. Food = nutrition for 12 hours
5. Base Layer (preferably thermal)
6. Space blanket
7. Whistle
8. Buff
9. Headlamp with extra batteries.
10. Personal GPS
11. Spare batteries for your GPS.

Suggested Kit:

Rehydrate
Emergency food supply
Compass

Accommodation @ Sanddrif:

Cottages get booked up very quickly, email Caeli for availability in 2018.

Directions to Finish venue Sanddrif:            

From Cape Town, take the N7 turn-off on the N1 and, 28 km after Citrusdal, turn right at the Algeria/Cederberg sign. Continue past Algeria and over the Uitkyk Pass (second pass) – about 46 km of gravel road – until you reach Dwarsrivier, home of Cederberg Wines. Total distance from Cape Town: ±250 km; ±3 hours’ drive.

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