Africa Wild Ultra™ 21
Terms and Conditions (Competitors)
Overview and Race
The 2026 edition of the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 will take place on the 28th May 2026 in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. The race home-base town is Hoedspruit.
Every year, the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 takes place in May within the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere. The race will join competitors of the Africa Wild Ultra™ 257km for the last 21km stage of that race. This gives the 21km competitor a small sense of the 257km event and also gives an opportunity for family and friends to participate with all competitors finishing the race together.
Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 is open to runners and walkers. Each competitor must carry their mandatory equipment. No outside help or seconding of competitors is allowed.
Africa Wild Ultra™
263 Rock Kestrel Rd
Raptors View Wildlife Estate
Hoedspruit, Limpopo
1380, South Africa
Cell: +27 82 627 4290
Email: info@africawildultra.com
Web: www.africawildultra.com
Governing Rules
Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 will be conducted in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. By registering, all competitors agree to adhere to, and be bound by, these Terms and Conditions.
Eligibility
Anyone 16 years of age or older (as of the date of the race) can enter. All competitors are required to complete the online Registration Form.
Acknowledgement
The competitor acknowledges that they have read, understood and acknowledged, prior to purchasing their race entry and registering, all Terms and Conditions and all relevant information in order to make a qualified and informed decision to register and participate in the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21.
Application Information
- No late payments will be accepted.
- All payments should be made to Africa Wild Ultra™.
- For EFTs, any bank charges shall be at the competitors/payer's expense.
- Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 reserves the right to refuse a competitor's application.
- In case of cancellation, competitors partially or fully registered on the current edition, may not be replaced by another individual.
Online Applications
- All registrations must be completed via the online registration process at www.africawildultra.com.
- This information must be submitted in full on or before registration closure on 28th April 2026.
Backpack
To ensure a positive experience, competitors must adhere to the following guideline:
- Running Backpack: This is the backpack the competitor will carry whilst running. It must be large enough to carry all the mandatory items listed in Paragraph 19 – Mandatory equipment and Considerations.
Cancellations / Postponements / Refunds
Registration Cancellation
Cancellations by competitors must be made in writing by email to: registrations@africawildultra.com.
Cancellation refunds will be made on the following basis (subject to the competitor having paid a portion of the total cost, or in full):
- 10% retained: cancellation up to and including 28th March 2026
- 50% retained: cancellation between 29th March 2026 and 20th May 2026
- Any cancellations after midnight (23:59 SAST) on 20th May 2026 will not be refunded due to costs incurred
Cancellation Insurance
Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 reminds competitors that any cancellation of the event is a force majeure and therefore competitors may opt to take out a policy to cover this event should it arise.
Postponement of Registration
Entries cannot be postponed or carried over to another event.
Clothing Provided by Africa Wild Ultra™ 21
During the physical registration process on Wednesday 20th May 2026, each competitor will receive:
- 1 x Race T-shirt (Additional T-shirts can be purchased through Africa Wild Ultra™. Email: shop@africawildultra.com)
- 1 x race number (To be placed with safety pins on the front chest and must be clearly visible at all times)
Complaints / Disputes
All complaints and disputes from competitors must be addressed to the Race Director or a Race Official verbally or in writing.
After the race, any complaints or disputes should be emailed to admin@africawildultra.com within 45 days of the race finish.
Course Markings
All competitors in the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 must follow the route as marked by the course team.
Competitors will be shown the markers and what they look like before the start of the race.
Data Protection
By registering for the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21, participants acknowledge and consent to the collection of their personal data through the registration platform, which is owned by Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organizers.
Image Rights
By participating, competitors grant Africa Wild Ultra™ permission to use their image (photographs, videos, etc.), name, voice, and sporting performance indefinitely, for various purposes, including marketing and advertising.
To revoke permission, competitors must notify Africa Wild Ultra™ by email at registrations@africawildultra.com by 20th February 2026.
Dates
The 2026 edition of Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 will take place on the 28th May 2026. All competitors registering for the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 are required to register in person on the afternoon/evening of Wednesday the 20th May 2026.
Did Not Finish (DNF) or Withdrawn Competitors
No competitor may leave the race without informing Africa Wild Ultra™ Race Director, Operations Director or a staff member as soon as possible. A competitor that withdraws from the race accepts that there will be no right or entitlement to a reimbursement of the race fee or part thereof, or related costs, and that they will have no claim against the organisers for any loss occasioned by such withdrawal whatsoever.
If a serious physical condition arises, the competitor will be taken to the nearest medical facility.
Documentation
Mandatory documents to be emailed to registrations@africawildultra.com no later than 20th May 2026 (23:59 SAST):
- All information regarding the competitor's identity, contact details, next of kin, etc., as per the registration form
Environmental Care
To protect the environment, littering is strictly prohibited on the course. All waste must be disposed of in the supplied waste bins at waterpoints and the finish.
Fees and Payments
Individual Fees
What's Included
- All vehicle transfers
- A light snack with soft drink after the race
- Water supplied throughout the race
- Technical support
- 1 x race number
- Medical assistance
- Ground support
- Finishers medal
- Trophies for eligible individuals
- 1 x race T-shirt
Payment Methods
- By most major international credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard) through the secure PayFast payment platform
- By EFT to be received (cleared) by Africa Wild Ultra™ within 10 business days of registration closure (28th April 2026)
- All bank charges are payable by the payer
Payment Options
Registration closing date: 28th April 2026 at 23:59 SAST
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by South African Law. All Terms and Conditions are written in English. Only the English text will prevail in the event of a dispute.
In the event of a dispute, contact Africa Wild Ultra™ via email at admin@africawildultra.com within forty-five (45) days after the event.
The competitor may resort to arbitration with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa as an alternative means of dispute resolution.
Indemnity
All competitors are to sign the Africa Wild Ultra™ Indemnity Agreement at registration. Failure to do so will prevent participation in the race.
Insurance
To ensure competitor safety and well-being:
All foreigners are to have the following insurances in place (mandatory), proof of which must be shown at registration. Local participants should have medical insurance cover in place.
Itinerary
07:00 - Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 race start
Race finish • Light snack and soft drink • Trophy presentations • Medals for finishers
Liability
Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organisers shall be liable towards the competitor for proper performance of duties/services. However, they may be partly or fully relieved from liability if damage is attributable to the competitor or circumstances beyond their control.
If Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organisers liability is invoked, damages will be limited to three times the total price of the entry cost. Claims for liability have a limitation of 45 days post the final race-day.
Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organisers reserve the right to claim compensation in the event of damage committed by any competitor and to disqualify a competitor in the event of damage or infringement.
Mandatory Equipment and Considerations
All competitors must carry the mandatory equipment as specified below. Competitors are allowed to carry any extra food that they wish to consume on the race.
Mandatory Equipment to be Carried
- A race backpack to hold mandatory equipment and any extra food
- Minimum of 500ml hydration
- Extra layer
- An emergency blanket/survival sheet/sack
- Race number (supplied by Africa Wild Ultra™)
- Charged cell phone
Possible Considerations for Equipment/Race Clothing
- Walking sticks – light, telescopic models are best
- Gaiters – highly recommended
- Trail shoes – good grip, light, and good cushioning
- Cap
- Sun protection
- Sunglasses
- Anti-chafing cream
Medical Care
A dedicated medical team will be present throughout the race. Doctors/paramedics will be stationed along the route and at the finish.
The medical team reserves the right to withdraw any competitor deemed physically unfit to continue the race or requiring critical medical care.
Medical Mandatory Documents
A medical certificate issued by a licensed physician confirming fitness for participation.
Submission
There is an Africa Wild Ultra™ Medical Certificate downloadable from the website from 1st October 2025, that must be submitted by email to registrations@africawildultra.com as part of the registration process.
Misconduct
Administrative Process
Any competitor whose online applications are incomplete by 28th March 2026 may have their application cancelled.
Assistance
Outside assistance in any form is strictly forbidden unless authorized by a race official.
Behaviour
- Any inappropriate or harmful behaviour will not be tolerated and will result in immediate disqualification.
- No littering or excessive noise will be tolerated.
- No alcohol/drugs/undeclared medicine/illegal substances will be tolerated. This will result in immediate disqualification.
Check-in Procedure
All competitors must be checked in and signed off by 22:00 on the evening of 20th May 2026. If a competitor is more than 30 minutes late for these checks, they will have to check in and be signed off on the morning of 21st May 2026 from 06:30-08:30. No check-ins will be attended to after 08:30 subject to delays beyond the competitor's control.
Environment
The throwing away of any food packaging or any other items on the race route, at checkpoints or at the finish is strictly forbidden unless done in supplied refuse bins.
Medical Checks
Failure to submit documents at registration as required will result in disqualification.
Race Start
Competitors are to be at the starting line 15 minutes before the starting time.
A briefing (in English) will be held relating to the race by one of the race staff 30 minutes before the start of the race.
Withdrawal
Notify the Race Director, Operations Director or a race official immediately if you withdraw.
Participation in Africa Wild Ultra™ 21
Rankings
Each competitor's time is recorded in hours and minutes.
Any timing queries or discrepancies must be reported to the Race Director and/or Operations Director - to be resolved within 6 hours.
Registration: General Details
Registration is personal: competitors' registration cannot be used by another person.
Registration: In-person Registration
In-person registration will take place from 15:00-22:00 on Wednesday 20th May 2026 at the Race Registration area at the Africa Wild Ultra™ hotel/lodge/tented camp (TBA).
All requirements regarding the registration checks must be signed off before 22:00 on Wednesday 20th May 2026. Please ensure required documents are made available.
Any late registrations on the day and incomplete by 22:00 on Wednesday 20th May 2026, will be concluded the next morning, Thursday 21st May 2026 from 06:30-08:30.
All competitors are responsible for their own equipment. Any objects found that remain unclaimed after 24 hours shall be disposed of, except for valuable items.
Registration: Refusal of
Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organisers reserve the right to refuse the registration of any applicant. Africa Wild Ultra™ offices will inform the applicant.
Reserved Rights
Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to modify or change or amend any of the following at any time:
- The Terms and Conditions of Africa Wild Ultra™ 21
- The course, timings, and transfers
- The place, the date and initial destination, brought about by forces beyond Africa Wild Ultra™ control
In the event of an amendment, the Terms and Conditions applicable shall be those in force as of the date of purchase of the competitor's entry. All competitors will be informed of said amendments.
Services
Africa Wild Ultra™ and organizers reserve the right to modify or cancel services at any stage or on a specific route, due to weather, safety, or technical concerns. Every effort will be made to provide equivalent replacements.
Unused services are non-refundable. Competitors cannot modify existing services or request additional ones without direct payment to local providers. Africa Wild Ultra™ bears no responsibility for costs incurred by competitors for additional services.
Sponsorship and Markings
In addition to official markings, competitors may use other available clothing and race clothing space for their individual sponsors.
Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to restrict oversized sponsorships, those directly competing with Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or their partners, or for other justified reasons.
Summary of Awards
Race medals for all finishers.
Trophies for outright winners in female and male categories.
Terrain Conditions
Climatic and ground conditions can change rapidly and may be extreme.
Third Party Agreements
It is the competitor's responsibility to ensure that any previous contractual agreements, sponsorships or promotions do not infringe on third party rights as a result of participating in the Africa Wild Ultra™. Competitors agree to indemnify Africa Wild Ultra™ should any infringements arise.
Competitors will be liable for any financial consequences and will compensate Africa Wild Ultra™ and/or the organizers for any related payments and legal defence costs due to such third-party claims.
Vaccinations
All visiting international competitors should be up to date on routine vaccinations required for travel in South Africa.
The South African National Department of Health recommends that competitors practice mosquito avoidance in malaria risk areas. Hoedspruit and the areas that the Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 takes part in, are considered low to moderate risk areas for malaria.
Many visitors to these areas do take some form of malaria prophylaxis, especially during the months of November-April (summer months). The very lowest risk of malaria is between June and October (Africa Wild Ultra™ 21 takes place in May, which is considered a moderate to low risk month).
Precautions like mosquito repellents and prophylaxis are recommended. Use mosquito repellent on exposed skin and wear long-sleeved, light-coloured clothing, long trousers and socks especially at dawn and dusk. Prevention is always considered a priority over cure. Malaria should not be a discouraging factor for participation.
Volunteers
Africa Wild Ultra™ will utilise the services of volunteers for the successful execution of the race. Africa Wild Ultra™ deems all volunteers to have the same authority as race staff regarding the application of race rules and guidance for the duration of the race.
Water Supply
Africa Wild Ultra™ undertakes to supply water to all competitors. Water stations will be located at each checkpoint, where competitors must refill their water containers.
Weather
The average temperatures that can be expected in May are:
