Bush Runners

24/11/2025

Bush Runners Gears Up for the Hi-Tec South-Africa Magoebas Ultra!💪

Our second outing for 2026 is not just a hike, it’s a bucket-list trail running event in one of the most magical places in South Africa: the Magoebaskloof forests! 🌲✨

This year’s edition is REVERSED, meaning all routes will be run in reverse for a fresh twist. Whether you’re a seasoned ultra-runner or just want to soak up the vibe, there’s a distance for everyone:

Race Distances🏃

MR10 – Magoebas Roots: 10km | 350m ascent
Perfect for beginners or a scenic forest jog. Start: 09:00 | Sat, 21 March

MG28 – Magoebas Grow: 28km | 1,000m ascent
A solid challenge with waterfalls and epic views.
Start: 08:00 | Sat, 21 March

MFM45 – Forest Marathon: 45km | 2,300m ascent
For those ready to push limits and conquer kloofs!
Start: 06:00 | Sat, 21 March

MU60 – Ultra: 60km | 2,600m ascent
The flagship ultra! Climb, descend, and run through indigenous forests.
Start: 05:00 | Sat, 21 March

M100 – Magoebas 100: 100km | 3,800m ascent The ultimate endurance test!
Start: 04:00 | Sat, 21 March | Cut-off: 26 hours

Why You’ll Love It! 🙌

✅ Run through one of SA’s largest indigenous forest!
✅ Pass Debengeni Falls, Woodbush Forest Reserve, and the tallest planted trees in the world!
✅ Experience spectator-friendly spots, epic climbs, and magical descents!
✅ A vibe like no other: trail runners, forest magic, and adventure energy everywhere!

Not keen to run? No stress! Come along to support, hike, and soak up the atmosphere. There’s plenty to explore in Magoebaskloof, from waterfalls, craft coffee spots to craft breweries and breathtaking views.

🏡 Accommodation will be available for those who want to stay over.
🚗 Carpools from Johannesburg will be arranged for anyone interested.

Ready to secure your spot?
📞 Contact Bobby: +27 82 550 9865
📧 Email: [email protected]

17/11/2025

🌲 From Forest Trails to Ocean Gales! 🌊

Our fearless founder, Babra-Ann van Strijp, just swapped hiking boots for deck shoes and sailed across the Atlantic Ocean in Leg 2 of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race! 🧭🌍

She braved wild waves, cooked in a tilting galley, and celebrated birthdays mid-ocean, all while racing from Uruguay to South Africa with a crew of salty legends.

Now she’s back on land (and still swaying), ready to lead the Bush Runners into our next adventures! ⛵️🧗🪂🎣

👉 Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/highvelder-news/news-headlines/local-news/2025/11/12/watch-from-the-highveld-to-the-high-seas-bobby-van-strijp-reports-from-the-atlantic/

Bobby van Strijp shares how she and her dad braved the Atlantic in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.

17/11/2025

🌿 Bush Runners Presents: Wathaba Wilderness Weekend 🌿

📍 Bottle Brush Haven | 🗓️ 20–22 February 2026 | 💰 R750 pp

We’re kicking off 2026 with a bang and heading to Wathaba Hiking Trails, Mpumalanga’s best-kept secret and a multi-award-winning hiking destination! 🏆

🏕️ Why Bottle Brush Haven is Our Happy Place

Nestled along the tranquil Schoonspruit Stream, Bottle Brush Haven is not just a camp, it’s a private forest retreat designed for connection, comfort, and campfire stories.
Sleeps up to 16 adventurers in 3 rooms (4-6-6 bed setup)

🥾 Why Wathaba is a Hiker’s Heaven

Located just 3 hours from Joburg, Wathaba is tucked into the lush Skurweberg Mountains, a place where waterfalls tumble, wildflowers bloom, and the forest hums with life.

🌳 Over 100 indigenous tree species �🦜 Home to the Bald Ibis, Knysna Loerie, and Long-tailed Wagtail �🌼 Wildflowers, mushrooms, and lichens galore �💦 Crystal-clear pools and cascading waterfalls �🌄 Views that make your soul sigh

🌼 Bosbok Roete – Gentle and magical 4km trail: Forest stroll with wildflowers, mushrooms, and fairy-tale vibes. Perfect for a relaxed hike and waterfall swims.

🦜 Lynx Loop – Wild and wonderful 10km trail: A more challenging hike with five waterfalls, kloof vegetation, and epic views. Spot rare birds and swim in natural pools. Also expect ladders, bridges, and a few scrambles — adventure guaranteed!

Ready to join the hike? We’ve got space for 16 adventurers, so shout if you’re in! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💨

Contact Bobby: +27 82 550 9865
Email: [email protected]

19/04/2024

Our next overnight hike will take place on 24 - 26 May at Wathaba Hiking Trails in Machadodorp.

Wathaba is a wilderness area in the Skurweberg Mountains which offers two well constructed trails, the “Lynx Loop” of 10 km (Day 1) and the “Bosbok Roete” of 4 km (Day 2)

The trails will be completed over two consecutive days and centre around two of the most beautiful mountain streams you will find on the Mpumalanga escarpment.

The beautiful scenery, many waterfalls and the indigenous kloof vegetation are topped only by the breathtaking views down the valley to the Komati River far below.

*Accomodation - 8 pax*

Bloubos Retreat is a comfortable cottage featuring a spacious stoep and a beautiful forest view. The furnished home has a fully equipped kitchen, a lovely fireplace in the lounge and an inviting outdoor braai area.

The upstairs loft houses 4 single beds and an en suite bathroom with a bath and toilet. The free-standing Rondawel has 4 single beds and shared bathroom facilities with a shower and toilet.

*What to bring*

🔹A reliable pair of tekkies, hiking or trail running shoes.

🔹A light backpack with 2-3 litres of bottled water (for each day) and light snacks such as trail mix, energy or fruit bars, biltong etc.

🔹Sleeping bag, pillow and any other bedding you might prefer. (Mattresses with fitted sheets are provided at the cottage)

🔹Breakfast, picnic and braai goodies for two days.
_Participants need to bring own cooler bags to store food. Additional ice can be purchased on the Saturday at the farms little shop (cash only)_

🔹Toiletries (towels, shampoo, soap, mosquito repellent, toilet paper etc)
_The cottage uses a donkey geyser to make hot water. The wood that is supplied is for free and there is enough for the duration of our stay_

🔹 Apart from your daily hiking wear - warm clothes for the evenings and swimsuit for the natural pools

*Hiking Fees*

🔸R900 per person for the entire weekend (includes trail fees and accomodation)

For further information or to secure your booking, kindly send a private message. 🙋‍♀️

We look forward to having you join us!

19/04/2024

A few of our members joined Intimate Africa for their Magoebaskloof hike last weekend and to say it was an experience would be an understatement. 😅

19/04/2024

01/03/2024

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