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Runventures
Up for the adventure? We are excited about the 2025 edition of the Hessequa Adventure Race. We will start in Witsand but who knows where you will end up during this years race? Routes remain secret until the start of the race, so brace yourself for a weekend loaded with thrilling challenges.
Lube your bike's chain, tie your laces and strap that paddle to the roof, before heading out to Witsand. We will provide kayaks during the race but we only have limited kayaks, so reserve your spot before it is sold out.
Race: Hessequa Adventure Race - Witsand edition
Date: 1-4 May 2025
Location: Witsand, Western Cape
What to expect?
Part of adventure racing is the mystery that will only be solved on the day that you receive the maps.
Distances:
+/- 250km - Estimated Winning Time, 36h. Mid-field teams 42h. Cut-off 48h
Disciplines:Trekking, Cycling, Kayaking
+/- 95km, - Estimated Winning Time, 8h. Mid-field teams 12h. Cut-off 16h
Disciplines:Trekking, Cycling, Kayaking
Times:
Thursday 1 May 2025
14:00-16:00 Registration (48h race)
17:00 Race Briefing (48h race)
18:00 Race Start (48h race)
Friday
16:00-18:00 Registration (16h Race)
19:00 Race Briefing (16h Race)
Saturday:
06:00 16h Race Race Start
22:00 16h Race Cut Off
*Crates handed in 30min before each race start
Sunday:
09:00 Prize Giving
Accommodation:
Campsites need to be booked with race entry. Alternatively, book your own accommodation in Witsand.
Our races are guaranteed to be tough but it is designed to be achievable in the allocated time. Shortened options will be available if you do not make certain cut-offs.
Mandatory Equipment
Waterproof Jacket
Whistle
Space Blanket
Magnetic Compass (one per team)
Digital Camera (one per team)
Cell Phone (one per team)
Plastic map case or large ziplock bag
Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for kloofing
Sunscreen
Helmet
Cycling Gear
Bicycle
Bicycle light
Red Rear light
*No Bike Boxes Needed
Running Gear
Hydration pack
Headlamp
Food for race duration +12 h
Kayaking
Life Jacket
Paddle (we have some extra)
*Kayaks will be provided
Medical kit (one per team)
Prohibited Items
GPS devices.
Maps other than those provided.
NO FIRES ALLOWED ON ANY OF THE PROPERTIES
Entries Close on Friday 25 April 2025.
Our Sponsors:
More information: adventures.africa/
Team information
This event supports team entries for certain classes. Team sizes range from 2 - 4 participants per team.
This event supports team entries for certain classes. Team sizes range from 2 - 4 participants per team.
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Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Price (pp) |
|---|---|---|
|
48h Adventure Race
Race distance of approximately 250km, done in a team of 2 or 4. Self navigation, finding Check Points on bike, kayak and on foot. |
250 km 250km +/- | R 1,750.00 Early Bird |
|
16h Adventure Race
Race distance of approximately 95km, done in a team of 2 or 4. Self navigation, finding Check Points on bike, kayak and on foot. |
95 km 95km +/- | R 950.00 Early Bird |
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Event location
Witsand Middle Camp, Witsand
| Coordinates | -34.3929877, 20.8607727 |
| Address | Protea Rd, Witsand, 6666, South Africa |
| City | Witsand |
| Province | Western Cape |
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