• Africa Wild Ultra™ will provide accommodation in a hotel/lodge/tented camp on the registration evening before departure to the race (20th May 2026) with dinner and breakfast included.
• Africa Wild Ultra™ will provide accommodation and dinner (awards presentation) in a hotel/lodge/tented camp on the final evening of completion of the race (28th May 2026) with breakfast the next morning. Checkout will be on the 29th May 2026.
• Africa Wild Ultra™ is not responsible for the account of any alcoholic beverages (at any time), and any other additional beverage orders beyond those at set meals, unless authorised by the Race Director.

Please make use of the toilet facilities provided at campsites. When on the course, ablutions must be done at least 100m from a checkpoint, the course, or villages. All human waste must be buried at least 25cm below the surface. Toilet paper must be placed in a zip lock bag and carried to the next checkpoint or campsite for disposal in the bins provided.

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™.

All competitors will be assigned to an age category based on their date of birth. The following age categories apply for both male and female competitors:

• 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™ 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.

Competitors will overnight in designated campsites set up daily throughout the race. These camps offer basic amenities including numbered tents (generally accommodating 10 people), basic sanitation facilities, medical support, technical support, fires (in fire pits), and warm water access. Tent assignments will be determined by the Camp Manager before the race commences and remain fixed for the duration of the event. No tent swopping will be allowed.

All complaints and disputes from competitors must be addressed to the Race Director or a Race Official verbally or in writing, to be resolved within 6 hours.

After the race, any complaints or disputes should be emailed to admin@africawildultra.com within 45 days of the race finish.

All competitors must follow the route as marked by the course team. For each stage, the course will be marked with retro reflective night markers.

In the case of a competitor losing their way they should:

1. Stop immediately
2. Retrace steps to the last course marker seen
3. Continue to follow the markers
4. If unable to locate the last marker, remain where they are, attempt to contact other competitors by shouting or with their whistles, failing which activate their distress remote

By registering, participants acknowledge and consent to the collection of their personal data through the registration platform.

The 2026 edition of Africa Wild Ultra™ will take place between the 20th May 2026 to 28th May 2026, including registration and transport to the race start. All competitors are required to register on the afternoon/evening of the 20th May 2026.

No competitor may leave the race without informing the Race Director or Operations Director and signing a Withdrawal Notice. A competitor that withdraws accepts that there will be no reimbursement of the race fee.

A team of more than 3 members may receive a 30-minute penalty if one member withdraws, provided the minimum of 3 team members remain. If less than 3 team members, the team can no longer compete and remaining members will be ranked individually.

Mandatory documents to be emailed to registrations@africawildultra.com no later than 20th March 2026 (23:59 SAST):

• All information regarding competitor's identity, contact details, next of kin
• Photocopy of current valid passport (valid for at least 3 months after stay)
• South African competitors need to supply a copy of valid ID
• 1x colour identity document or passport photograph (3.5 cm x 4 cm)
• Original medical certificate with resting ECG report
• Confirmation of mandatory insurances for extreme sports

Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to postpone the event, subject to a minimum number of entries being no less than fifty (50) competitors.

• Individual entries will be recorded for the individual overall ranking.
• A team must consist of at least 3 competitors. For a team to maintain its status, a minimum of 3 members must complete every stage.

To protect the environment, littering is strictly prohibited. All waste must be disposed of in supplied waste bins.

During physical registration on 20th May 2026, each competitor will receive:

• 1 x Race T-shirt
• 2 x race numbers (front chest and backpack, must be visible at all times)
• 8 x Africa Wild Ultra™ race patches (on sleeves of running shirts/jackets)
• A tracking remote with distress alert capability

Registration closing date: 20th March 2026 at 23:59 SAST

• Competitors are responsible for providing their own food during the race from 21st May through 28th May 2026
• During timed stages: minimum 800 k/calories of emergency rations required (except final stage)
• Minimum 2,000 k/calories of food available per day (excluding emergency rations)
• Food removed from packaging must have visible labels

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.

All competitors are to sign the Africa Wild Ultra™ Indemnity Agreement at registration. Failure to do so will prevent participation in the race.

Participants must have the following valid insurance cover for extreme sports. Proof must be shown at registration:

Africa Wild Ultra™ 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.

Claims for liability have a limitation of 45 days post the final race-day.

All competitors must carry the mandatory equipment. Race officials may inspect at any time.

A dedicated medical team will be present throughout the race. Doctors/paramedics will be stationed at every checkpoint and campsite.

• Medical certificate issued by licensed physician (original)
• Resting ECG Report dated within 30 days before race start (original)
• Medical insurance confirmation

All documents in original form must be presented at Race Registration on 20th May 2026. Failure will result in disqualification.

A Race Handbook will be issued to each competitor at in-person registration with information on stages, checkpoints, terrain, timings, and checkpoint log.

Individuals: Stage ranking = time taken (plus penalties). Overall = amassed times.

Teams: Stage ranking = average time of all members (plus penalties). Overall = amassed averages.

Registration is personal: cannot be used by another person. Fees do not include meals (unless stated), alcoholic beverages, or costs from abandoning the race.

Registration checks: 15:00-22:00 on Wed 20th May 2026. All requirements must be signed off before 22:00. Late registrations: Thu 21st May 06:30-08:30.

Limited positions may be available between 20th March - 20th April 2026. Contact info@africawildultra.com.

Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to refuse any applicant's registration.

Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to modify: Terms and Conditions, course, timings, transfers, campsites, accommodation, place, date.

Ground and aerial search teams may be deployed if a competitor deviates from route or is unaccounted for.

Africa Wild Ultra™ reserves the right to modify or cancel services due to weather, safety, or technical concerns. Unused services are non-refundable.

Competitors may use clothing space for individual sponsors. Country patches on shirt sleeves at shoulder height, with Africa Wild Ultra™ patch immediately below.

On finishing each stage, mandatory to have Race Handbook signed off, then proceed to water distribution point.

Competition: 6-7 stages. Checkpoints spaced 7-12km apart for check through, rest, water resupply. Mandatory to have Handbook signed off at each checkpoint.

All competitors begin together (Exception: Stage 1 all start together).

Staggered Start (Stages 2-7): Last 20% begin 45-60min ahead.

Mandatory Briefings: 30min before each stage start.

Individual (men/women): 1st-3rd Trophies

Team: 1st Trophies, 2nd-3rd Mention

Age rankings: 1st per category Trophy (18-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)

General: Southern Cross Award, Honey Badger Award, medals for finishers, bibs for stage winners/leaders

Competitors wishing to set up an official team must advise organisers 3 months prior (by 20th March 2026). Team name must be given at registration.

Africa Wild Ultra™ is through remote areas, mountainous terrain, and dangerous game areas. Very testing.

Dangerous game areas monitored. Competitors escorted in pelotons of 8 by qualified Trail Guides. These sections not timed.

Competitors must ensure no previous agreements infringe on third party rights. Competitors indemnify Africa Wild Ultra™ and are liable for any financial consequences.

Transportation provided by bus, truck, or 4x4 after arrival in Hoedspruit until day after race. Africa Wild Ultra™ not liable for lost or damaged belongings.

All competitors should be up to date on routine vaccinations for South Africa travel.

Hoedspruit: low to moderate malaria risk. Many take prophylaxis, especially Nov-April. Lowest risk June-Oct (race in May - moderate to low).

Precautions recommended: mosquito repellent, long-sleeved clothing, long trousers, socks at dawn/dusk.

Africa Wild Ultra™ will utilise volunteers. Apply separately. All details on website. Volunteers have same authority as race staff.

If 250 max reached, waiting list available on first-come-first-served basis.

Options: (1) If place available, first listed advised (complete within 72hrs), or (2) Priority entry into following year.

Africa Wild Ultra™ supplies water. Stations at each checkpoint where competitors refill containers.

End of each stage: five litres for overnight and next day first section. Competitors manage water use based on checkpoint locations.

Average temperatures in May: