Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime at the Nieuwoudtville Great Trek!

Experience the ultimate mountain biking adventure at the Nieuwoudtville Great Trek, happening amidst the stunning landscapes of the Northern Cape, from April 26th to 28th, 2024. This exhilarating 3-day stage race covers a challenging 100 miles (160km) of diverse terrain, showcasing the beauty of the Northern Cape with thrilling single tracks, scenic jeep tracks, and rugged gravel roads. In addition, participants will be awed by the vibrant autumn flowers and the captivating Great Knersvlakte landscape. 

Furthermore, cyclists & spectators can look forward to enjoying local cuisine and live entertainment by renowned artists Jakkie Louw and Frank Opperman.

Registration

Friday 26 April from 14:00 - 17:00

Venue: T.B.A

Stage 1 

Friday 26 April, 17:30 

Distance: 20km 

This beautiful first stage takes riders on beautiful sunset ride overlooking the vast Knersvlakte. 

Stage 2

Saturday 27 April, 08:00

Distance: 45km, 100km

This stage will also double as the open day for participants looking to take part in only one of the days during the Great Trek event. Riders can look forward to great jeep track and gravel routes - a true challenge offering great history and fantastic local hospitality. Water points will be available with local snacks and great drinks. There will be plenty photo opportunities and fantastic views. Finish off the day with a great live show by Jakkie Louw, cold beers and great food. 

Stage 3

Sunday 28 April, 08:00

Distance: 40km

Stage 3 consists of jeep tracks, single tracks and gravel roads. Riders can look forward to cycling through the botanical gardens, wild flower area and beautiful surroundings. 

Entry information

Please take note that you can enter the race, book your accommodation & book your meals on Entry Ninja. 

Race package for the entire weekend | R1200 per entrant

Includes: Event t-shirt, goodie bag, Darling Brew beer, medal, event glass, bike wash, access to botanical gardens & national park, and FREE entrance to Jakkie Louw show.

Open Day package for Saturday, 27 April | R250 for 45km, R350 for 100km

Includes: Medal & event glass.

CSA Day License | R50 per day per rider

Cyclists can not attend without license. 

Accommodation packages for the weekend (2 nights)

Darling Brew has collaborated with three local guesthouses in the Nieuwoudtville area for this event - the Blou Huis, Boereplaas & Willems Rivier guesthouse. Please take note that you can only book a weekend package and not singular days - packages exclude food. Limited space available. More accommodation options can be found on the Nieuwoudtville Tourism site at https://www.nieuwoudtville.com/category/nieuwoudtville-accommodation/ . 

The Blou Huis (UNITS FULLY BOOKED, ONLY CAMP SPOTS AVAILABLE)

5 Double Rooms, sleeps 2 | R1200 for 2 nights 

4 Apartments, sleeps 4 | R2400 for 2 nights 

25 Camp spots | R560 for 2 nights (non-riders), R500 for riders 

For more information & photos visit https://www.blou-huis.co.za/guest-house/ .

Boereplaas (FULLY BOOKED)

Boereplaas Family Unit, sleeps 4 | R2000 for 2 nights

Soutbos Unit, sleeps 2 | R1000 for 2 nights

Hezimon Unit, sleeps 2 | R1000 for 2 nights

For more information & photos visit https://www.boereplaasbb.co.za/ .

Willems Rivier Guesthouse (FULLY BOOKED)

Blomhuis, sleeps 3 couples or 4 singles | R3000 for 2 nights

Peperboom, sleeps 1 couple with kids or 4 singles | R1600 for 2 nights

Annex, sleeps 2 couples or 4 singles | R1600 for 2 nights

Meulhuis, sleeps 2 couples or 6 singles | R2000 for 2 nights 

For more information & photos visit https://www.willemsrivier.com/ .

Food options 

All pre-booked meals will be served at The Blou Huis, even for residents of other guesthouses. Meals must be pre-booked. 

Friday night dinner - braai vleis, salad & malva pudding | R150 per non-rider, R125 per rider

Saturday night dinner - Pizzas | R135 per non-rider, R100 per rider

Sunday late lunch - Potjiekos | R150 per person 

Sunday late lunch (potjiekos) and access to Frank Opperman One Man Show | R175 per person 

Live entertainment 

All participants get free access to the Jakkie Louw show on Saturday night at 20h00, however tickets must be purchased for the Frank Opperman show on Sunday at 13h00. All spectators to purchase tickets for both. These shows will be held at the Blou Huis. 

Jakkie Louw Live Performance @ the Blou Huis, 20h00 | R150 for non-riders, free for riders

Frank Opperman One Man Show @ The Blou Huis, 13h00 | R120 for non-riders, R100 for riders

Please take note that if you wish to only enjoy your pre-booked meals and not attend the shows, you will be accommodated in the restaurant area of the Blou Huis.

Kids entertainment

The botanical gardens will be offering a fantastic kids entertainment program with slip & slide, jumping castles, guided kids ride, child minders and snack packs. Payment can be made on the day, preferably cash payments.