Cape Town Marathon 2024
2024 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Entries
Run an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a world class event; Africa’s only AIMS Gold Label Marathon and an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate. There is great excitement behind the event – a fantastic celebration of the cultural diversity of South Africa showcasing what can be achieved when we unite behind a common purpose. Cape Town, known as the Mother City has a long and well documented history and really speaks for itself. There is plenty to see and do during your stay with lots of internationally acclaimed restaurants, shops and attractions to visit.
We concentrate on the main event, a ‘tweaked’ faster and flatter route is planned for 2023 but based on 2022 the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon starts in the V&A Waterfront area, runs in the shadow of Table Mountain along a fast route down to the Southern Suburbs and back to finish in the city outside Cape Town Stadium. Hosted in a unique city that brings the best of all worlds together, the marathon will enable runners from Africa and around the globe to experience the spirit of running an African Major. Set in the beautiful, international city of Cape Town on the tip of South Africa it embodies the beauty of the sea and mountains of the Cape. Alongside the marathon (Sunday) the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon weekend includes a 10km Peace Run, 5km Peace Run and two trail runs (Saturday); 46km & 22km.
Whilst in South Africa take advantage of the diversity of the landscape and people and explore. Make memories – its a country that you will not forget.
Price from $2,010 pp shared basis. Single rooms available.
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts included
Guide
Guidance & support from our team
Trip Extension
Trip extension available upon request
Entry
Guaranteed Cape Town Marathon entry at £119
Celebration Party
Post race celebration included
Excursions
Half day sightseeing tour included
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday 12th October, 2023
Arrival Day
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and transfer on your own by taxi to the deluxe Radisson Blu Hotel just blocks from the Victoria & Albert Waterfront for your four night stay. Meet your fellow travellers at the Marathon Tours & Travel hosted Welcome Reception and Briefing. Following you can enjoy dinner at one of the many fine restaurants or bistros along the famous Waterfront.
Friday 13th October, 2023
Half-day Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast, we will depart for a half-day sightseeing tour of this beautiful city including all the ‘must-sees” of Cape Town, which is a geographical and cultural extravaganza. You will see Cape Town, from its historical beginnings to the dazzling modern shopping malls. You’ll also enjoy a cable car ride to Table Mountain where you will be able to get a 360 degree view of Cape Town, Table Bay and the nearby peaks of the surrounding mountains. A stop at the expo to pick up your race kits will be included in the tour. The rest of the day you will have on your own to explore Cape Town.
Saturday 14th October, 2023
Free Day to Explore Cape Town
Enjoy a free day to explore Cape Town on your own or consider joining us for Full-Day Cape Point & Peninsula Tour. You can also opt to participate in the challenging 46K or 22K Trail Run or the 10K or 5K Peace Run. In the evening, Marathon Tours & Travel will host a pre-race dinner at the hotel overlooking Cape Town Harbour. Both breakfast and dinner will be provided.
About The Cape Point & Peninsula Tour
The Cape Point & Peninsula Sightseeing Tour is a full day activity (8.30am – 5.30pm – times may be subject to change). This is an awe-inspiring tour to the towering headland known as Cape Point. Magnificent beaches, breathtaking views, and picturesque coastal villages are to be seen along the way. The tour takes you along the Atlantic Seaboard to Hout Bay via Chapman’s Peak to Cape Point, Simon’s Town & the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. A stop for lunch will be included with the tour (lunch will bprovided).
Minimum of 20 Guests (if minimum is not met, pricing is subject to change).
Monday 16th October, 2023
Departure Day
Enjoy a leisure morning before transferring on your own to the airport for your flight home. Unless you have booked extra nights with us then we say thank you for joining us. It’s not goodbye but instead we’ll see you next time as we hope you will join us for another Marathon Tours & Travel trip. Breakfast is included before your depart.
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Packages & Rates
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Our Cape Town Marathon Package Includes:
- Stay at Radisson Blu Waterfront for 4 nights
- Daily breakfasts
- Welcome cocktail reception (Thursday)
- Half day sightseeing tour (Friday, including Table Mountain Cable Car ticket)
- Pre-race dinner (Saturday)
- Post race celebration (Sunday)
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team in Cape Town
Also Available on request:
- Guaranteed 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Entry
- Guaranteed 2022 10K Peace Run Entry
- Guaranteed 2022 5K Peace Run Entry
- Guaranteed 2022 46K Cape Town Trail Marathon Entry
- Guaranteed 2022 22K Cape Town Trail Marathon Entry
- Full Day Cape Point & Peninsula Tour
All Logistics Covered
We take care of the logistics for you, so you can focus on the event and your trip. Whether you are running or supporting, we have an expert team to ensure your trip runs smoothly.
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Hotels
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Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel
Take in the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the private marina at the Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront in Cape Town. This seaside hotel is in the city center and is near all the big cultural offerings. The striking ocean views set the stage for a memorable stay in Cape Town. Wake to the sound of gentle waves breaking in the background.
The hotel is located within a mile of the start and finish line of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon!
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Event Information
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Run the 2023 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
Run the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon with us; Africa’s only AIMS Gold Label Marathon and an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate. Our package takes care of you, so you can enjoy the event, sightseeing and makes the most of the Mother City.
We concentrate on the main event, a ‘tweaked’ route is planned for 2022 but based on 2021 the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, the course starts in the V&A Waterfront area, runs in the shadow of Table Mountain along a fast route down to the Southern Suburbs and back to finish in the city outside Cape Town Stadium. Hosted in a unique city that brings the best of all worlds together, the marathon will enable runners from Africa and around the globe to experience the spirit of running an African Major. Set in the beautiful, international city of Cape Town on the tip of South Africa it embodies the beauty of the sea and mountains of the Cape. Alongside the marathon (Sunday) the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon weekend includes a 10km Peace Run, 5km Peace Run and two trail runs (Saturday); the 46km Trail Marathon by Ryan Sandes and the 22km.
Whilst in South Africa take advantage of the diversity of the landscape and people and explore. Make memories – its a country that you will not forget.
Race Start Time: 6:30 AM
Weather: Average temperatures are between 17 – 20 degrees Celsius (62 to 68 Fahrenheit)
Eligibility: Marathon entrants must be 20 years of age and over
Time Limits/Cut-offs: The course has a strict 6 hours and 30 minutes time limit. The timing is based on gun to gun. Due to IAAF requirements the race organisers will be strictly enforcing cut-off times in certain locations. There will be pick up buses for all athletes that do not make the cut-off times at the following points. Roving pick-ups will also take place.
Marathon – Cut-Off Points (subject to change):
- 8:15 AM – at 10.1km (Centre Helen Suzman and Buitengracht Street)
- 9:40 AM – at 18.7km (Water Station 6)
- 11:10 AM – at 29km (Water Station 10)
- 12:20 PM – at 35.9km (Water Station 13)
- 12:48 PM – at 38.5km (Water Station 14)
- At Finish Line: 6h30m
Number Pickup: Time will be organized for the group to stop at the expo to pick up your race number during the city tour. The expo is located at the Century City Conference Centre.
- Friday, October 13: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday, October 14: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Awards: Everyone who finishes the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon will receive a medal, ASICS Shirt and goodie bag
Difficulty: Moderate. Fairly flat course with a couple of long hills.
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