Namaqua Quest 3 Day Trail Run
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About the race
The Namaqua Quest 3 Day Trail Run is a three day stage race held in the Namaqua region of the Northern Cape around Springbok and Okiep. The race uses private farms, game reserves and communal land, with stages routed through flower-covered valleys, granite koppies and rugged mountain terrain. The race village is at the Okiep Country Hotel where evening meals and daily slideshows are provided. Entries are limited to 200 participants and entry for the full 3 day stage race is listed at R5,950.
Included with entry are route permits, well stocked waterpoints on route, Cederberg Brewery finishers beer each day, lunch at the finish of Day 1 and Day 2, the prize giving lunch on Day 3, professional photographs and evening slideshows, medical assistance, finishers medals, event attire and a goodie bag. There are two water stations per day placed at strategic points on the route. A professional medical team and comprehensive EMS are present at starts and finishes, and safety and route briefings are held before each stage. Sports massages and physiotherapy services are available on site with a fee listed for a 30 minute session.
Accommodation is available at the race village hotel with a three night room package quoted for two people including dinner and breakfast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.