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The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is held among the wildlife of the African savannah. We also offer the half marathon distance at all our events.

The Big Five Marathon is a part of Albatros Adventure Marathons by Albatros Travel. The Big Five Marathon takes you on an adventure through the South African Savannah of Entabeni. In one of the most spectacular game reserves in Africa the challenging route crosses right through the habitat of the African game, including the famous Big Five: Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Lion and Leopard.

14/08/2026

Join the wildest marathon of them all! 🏃‍♂️

The Big Five Marathon 2027 is open for registration, and spots are limited. Run in the midst of the Entabeni savanna, where no fences or rivers separate you from its legendary South African wildlife. It's no city run, it's a whole different kind of thrill!

⌚️ Date: 19th June 2027
🌎️ Destination: Entabeni game reserve, South Africa
🏅 Distances: Marathon, Half Marathon

Secure your spot at: www.big-five-marathon.com - limited spots available.
See you in South Africa!

12/08/2026

It’s official: We’re going wild again!
Registration for The Big Five Marathon 2027 is NOW OPEN🔥

The trails are waiting. The savanna is calling. And your most memorable running adventure awaits!

Who’s joining us in South Africa? 🌿
Spots are limited, so lock yours in before they're gone!

Sign up via big-five-marathon.com/registration 🔗

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📍 Entabeni Game Reserve, South Africa
🗓️ 19 June 2027
🏃 Half Marathon & Marathon
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Part of the Albatros Adventure Marathons race series.

10/08/2026

Only 48 HOURS until the wildest race of them all goes on sale. 🔥

You heard it right: The Big Five Marathon 2027 opens for registration THIS WEDNESDAY, 12th August, 07.00 CEST.

Spots are LIMITED, so secure yours in time!
Are you ready to run wild?

📍 Entabeni Game Reserve, South Africa
🗓️ 19 June 2027
🏃 Half Marathon & Marathon

Do yourself a favor and make 2027 your year to remember.

More information and registration via: big-five-marathon.com 🔗

07/08/2026

‼️ The Big Five Marathon 2027 is OPENING FOR REGISTRATION 12/08/2026 - 07.00 CEST. 🔥

We're back for another year of the world's wildest marathon, and we can't wait to bring together the most adrenaline-fueled and amazing runners on earth for another epic event!

Join us as we race through the Entabeni savanna in South Africa, surrounded by its magnificent wildlife and stunning natural beauty. No fences, no boundaries, just you and pure wilderness. 🌿

Spots are LIMITED and sold out quickly last year, so keep your finger on the pulse. ☝️

📍 Entabeni Game Reserve, South Africa
🗓️ 19 June 2027
🏃 Half Marathon & Marathon

More information and registration via: www.big-five-marathon.com 🔗

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The Big Five Marathon is part of the Albatros Adventure Marathons race series.

10/07/2026

A few weeks post-Big Five Marathon, and we're already missing the Entabeni Game Reserve. 🌍

The photos from race week capture everything that makes this race so special. The raw emotions, the stunning landscape, and all the moments in between that you just can't put into words.

What was your favourite moment from race week?

But we're already looking ahead. Keep an eye on our page to be the first to know when registration for 2027 opens. 👀

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Part of the Albatros Adventure Marathons race series.

22/06/2026

"Incredible adventure!!!! Amazing!!!!! Unbelievable!!!!!!! you need to live this, a dream come true." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Marathon Runner, 2026.

What a rush this race week was - and we cannot wait for next year!
Ready to relive 2026? Get ready for yet another photodump! 📸

See yourself or a friend? Tag and share your victory. This is not the time to stay humble 🔥💪

The Big Five Marathon is a part of the Albatros Adventure Marathons series.

17/06/2026

The Big Five Marathon 2026 recap is here! 🦁

Remember the nerves at the start line? The heat, the sand, the heart-pounding moment when you started running, and finally the rush of seeing the finish line ahead? 🏃‍♀️🐾
While you were out there pushing through the marathon or half-marathon and saw the occasional surprise from our wild friends, we were capturing it all on camera.

Now it's time to relive it. Hit play on the recap and see if you can spot yourself or your friends! 🎬

Watch the full recap on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QRKoIVDQZiM

One race week, countless stories, memories that'll last a lifetime. Keep an eye on our social media so you don't miss when registration for 2027 opens. Who's ready to run the wild again? 👀🔥

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About the race: https://adventure-marathons.com/BigFiveMarathon
An official event by Albatros Adventure Marathons

15/06/2026

PHOTODROP: ROUND 2! 📸🦁

We’re keeping the post-race celebration of going with even more snapshots from the wildest race of them all! 👀

Browse through the new shots, find your pretty self, and share the pride. 🙌

🔥 Up next: The official event recap is in the works. Get ready to relive the absolute best highlights of the race very soon! What were your favorite moments? ✨ 🏃

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An official event by Albatros Adventure Marathons

14/06/2026

PHOTODROP! 📸

You came, and you conquered the wildest marathon of them all! 🐘 Every drop of sweat, blood, and tear tells a thousand words - as do these epic snapshots.

Browse through the raw beauty, grit, and unforgettable energy of race day and share the moments with friends and family. 🫶

Congratulations once again, we couldn't be prouder. YOU DID IT! 🥇
Now, where will your next run take you?! 🏃 🌎

13/06/2026

🏁 Today's the day...Runners are off to the wild.

Good luck to everyone tackling the legendary today. You’ve put in the miles and the grit—now go run with the Big Five giants. We believe in you, you will ace this! 🥇

📷 Don’t forget to tag us in your race-day photos and stories!
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⚠️ Heads up: There's no livestream out here in the wild, but we’ll be dropping race-day highlights throughout. Stay locked in! 👀

Address

Entabeni Game Reserve
Mookgopong

Telephone

+4536989838

Website

http://big-five-marathon.com/

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