3 DAY TRAIL RUN ADVENTURE

TANKWA RUN – MORE THAN A RACE

DAY 1

10KM NIGHT RUN

On the first day everyone will embark on a 10km night adventure. Dressed in glow sticks and luminous paint, you will navigate through the dark Karoo using your headlamp. The only hill you will climb is the Sky Labyrinth. No photo can capture the true experience of running under the starry Karoo. It is truly magical – a feeling you have to experience for yourself.

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DAY 2

13KM / 30KM / 42KM

Ons the second day you run the Tankwa Trail Run your venture through the Karoo will be based on the distance you have entered to run. You may choose between 13km, 30km or 42km during registration.

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easy-peasy

Short and sweet. This option takes you through the best that the Tankwa has to offer, including Area 51, unique desert art and winding desert terrain that gives you a taste of this Lunar landscape. The variety of terrain will make for an unforgettable run.

In-betweener

Our flagship route that includes a lot of desert art pieces, a unique ridgeline experience and different terrain – from long open stretches to sandy river beds. Support will be provided at various checkpoints so that you can refuel and enjoy the best Tankwa has to offer.

TRA-TRA

This is a 42km guided adventure of ancient bushman trail high above the Tra-Tra river that connects Tankwa and the Cederberg. Through collaboration with local farmers, the trail was cleared, making this experience even more extraordinary.

DAY 3

15 KM 

The last day of the event will end off with a fast and winding loop along the ancient riverbed of the Tankwa. The route opens up in the vast desert environment and includes a short (but steep) climb up towards the Tankwa ridgeline. From here you will be able to see to the end of the world.  

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IT IS

TANKWA

T-SHIRT TIME

Put the TEE in Tankwa with your
own Tankwa Trail Run T-Shirt.

Our 2026 edition will be just as amazing as our previous year’s 
T-shirts. The performance running shirt is made from breathable quality material with a comfy, optimal fit and unique design.

Don’t forget to order your Tankwa T-shirt
along with your registration for this year’s race.

Find your size
Ladies Chest Lenght
XS 78cm 64cm
S 83cm 65cm
M 88cm 66cm
L 93cm 67cm
XL 100cm 69cm
Mens Chest Lenght
XS 92cm 68cm
S 96cm 69cm
M 100cm 70cm
L 105cm 72cm
XL 110cm 74cm