{"id":1702,"date":"2026-06-17T14:29:51","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T13:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/?post_type=events&#038;p=1702"},"modified":"2026-06-17T15:28:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T14:28:35","slug":"comrades-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Comrades Marathon 2026 &#8211; Seodium Draft"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<main class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull event-header has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80ee6368 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-eyebrow-brand wp-block-paragraph\">Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-278a857c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h1 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\" class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-post-title has-display-xxl-font-size\">Comrades Marathon 2026 &#8211; Seodium Draft<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cb13ba4d wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">14th June 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2a1ca52f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-71 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4.8<\/strong> (487 Reviews)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">5 Nights<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ffb77449 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Take on the legendary 2026 Comrades Marathon with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel, the Official International Tour Operator. From expert support and race-day logistics to a community of like-minded runners, we\u2019ll help you conquer the Ultimate Human Race.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5d85160d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en-gb\/#packages\">Sold Out for 2026, but Pre-register now for 2027<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e764cbd1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-display-md-font-size\">Ska Fela Moya\u2026 Never Give Up!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1036\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1706 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1036;width:160px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1.jpg.webp 2560w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-1024x414.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-1280x518.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-768x311.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-1536x622.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-2048x829.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-1440x583.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Logo-final-CMYK-scaled-1-1920x777.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"taxonomy-event-distance is-style-dark-featured-categories wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/event-distance\/ultra\/\" rel=\"tag\">Ultra<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 Comrades Marathon is a UP RUN on Sunday, 14th June and marks the 99th running of this iconic event. Starting in Durban and finishing in Pietermaritzburg, the race distance is estimated at 87km (to be confirmed). First run in 1921, Comrades is a true test of mind and body, with runners given 12 hours to complete the course. Famous for its relentless hills, spectacular scenery, rich traditions and incredible camaraderie, it is an unforgettable and life-changing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Packages can be purchased with or without a guaranteed foreign athlete race entry (available as an optional extra). Please note that we cannot sell race entry to South African residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in Australia, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/comrades-marathon\/\">Australian office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in North America, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/comrades-marathon\/\">USA office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in China, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marathontours.com.cn\/\">China office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"image-carousel js-image-carousel alignfull wp-block-dsg-image-carousel\" id=\"wc-block-id-1\">\n\n        <div class=\"swiper image-carousel-swiper\" >\n            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n\n                                    \n                        <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1280x854.jpg.webp\" class=\"image-carousel__image lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1280x854.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-2048x1366.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Comrades-Marathon-2022-Finish-Last-scaled-1-1920x1280.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; 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This ultramarathon is run annually in South Africa and is the world\u2019s largest and oldest ultramarathon race, alternating between the two cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg. With several large hills amongst the seemingly endless vistas and stunning scenery, it provides an incredible challenge for any runner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fca4f05e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-top-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-top-style:dotted;border-top-width:1px;border-bottom-style:none;border-bottom-width:0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b0427eb3fd4b7e68c6c201a1328bbe97 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Event Date:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">14th June 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c3e87be09bd684bb735bf0183925b784 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Location:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Durban<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33bc675e02e7876b1a31e4797a487ba1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Distance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Ultra approx. 55 miles\/87kms<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3f4b5fb1a4c8b22bc564c608e280a506 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Entries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">22,000<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-612188be4fde53816d2d2b08eaa4f0af wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Minimum Age:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">20 years old<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-58e3ca85 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">Race Times<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sm-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:2\">(Times subject to change)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fca4f05e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-top-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-top-style:dotted;border-top-width:1px;border-bottom-style:none;border-bottom-width:0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-56c1b65188761e696ae95cc80e9440b7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Ultra Race Start Time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">05:45am in Durban (TBC)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ce821455 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--gray-300);border-bottom-style:dotted;border-bottom-width:1px;padding-top:12px;padding-bottom:12px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-91506b79bfec70c6c72b3149a57f371c wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Ultra Race Finish Time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">12 hours later in Pietermaritzburg<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23278326 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">The Course<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2026 is an Up Run that will start in Durban, outside the City Hall, from 05:45 am to the sounds of Chariots of Fire, Shosholoza, the famous cock crow and the National Anthem. It\u2019s a long day at the office for many and a beast of a race, but the experience is second to none. There are lots of challenging hills and enthusiastic support from spectators along the roads. Finish as a hero before cut off 12 hours later in Pietermaritzburg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">The Temperature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conditions are usually dry and warm, with temperatures expected to range from 50 to 65 degrees. The start in Durban is mild, warming up throughout the day and then it gets considerably cooler in the late afternoon\/evening in Pietermaritzburg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Train in warm\/hot temperatures where possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1280x853.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1714 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/853;aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1280x853.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-2048x1365.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-start-1920x1280.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5e88f48 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-eab30465 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1280\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-853x1280.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1713 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 853px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 853\/1280;aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-853x1280.jpg.webp 853w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-683x1024.jpg.webp 683w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-768x1152.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-1024x1536.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-1365x2048.jpg.webp 1365w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-1440x2160.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-1920x2880.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-finish-scaled.jpg.webp 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">Entry Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guaranteed entry is available at an additional cost when booked with our package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">Qualification Requirements<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All entrants are required to meet the Comrades Marathon 2026 qualifying criteria. Qualifying period 9th June 2025 \u2013 4th May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Failure to meet the qualifying criteria will result in your entry being rejected. The cut-off date for supplying the information below in order to make your entry complete is 4th May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Update your qualifying details either by using your online entry profile, email, or contacting the CMA office by 4 May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally speaking, you need to complete the medical questionnaire (available by logging into your entry profile once entered), and you would need to complete a standard marathon in a time of sub 5 hours (4:59:59) and between 9th June 2025 and 4th May 2026, but other ultra-distance races can be used as qualifiers. The qualifying table and for more specific information, please refer directly to the <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/\">Comrades website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xl-font-size\">Time Limit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The race will have batch wave starts and be timed \u201cmat-to-mat\u201d. The cut-off times for these points will be confirmed in the final race instructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more specific information, please refer directly to the <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/\">Comrades website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull difficulty-level is-style-advanced has-text-light-color has-brand-500-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-432d3f02378d190d7fbb15727de1ea28 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d81be152 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-700-background-color has-background is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8c5f0691 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-display-sm-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Difficulty<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-container-content-b43833f2 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0594ad4c wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ae5dcca6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/icon-level-full.svg\" alt=\"Expert Level Icon\" class=\"wp-image-72 lazyload\" style=\"width:24px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xl-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Advanced Level<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-499267d2 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Very challenging! Ultra-marathon with a strict time limit and endless hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more specific information, please refer directly to the <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/\">Comrades website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a63dde8a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" id=\"packages\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-803fc51b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" id=\"package-one\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8bf127bc wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<div class=\"tabs js-tabs alignwide wp-block-dsg-tabs is-layout-flow wp-container-dsg-tabs-is-layout-79a93135 wp-block-dsg-tabs-is-layout-flow\" id=\"dsg-block-id-5\" data-tab-id=\"tab-block-1\">\n<div class=\"tabs__nav js-tabs-nav\">\n\n    <p class=\"tabs__nav-heading\">Package Breakdown<\/p>\n\n    <button class=\"tab-btn tab-btn--trigger js-tabs-mobile-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tabs-list-dsg-block-id-5\">\n        <div class=\"tab-btn__icon-wrap js-tabs-active-icon-wrap\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n        <span class=\"tab-btn__label js-tabs-active-label\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"tab-btn__chevron\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n    <\/button>\n\n    <ul class=\"tabs__list js-tabs-list\"\n        id=\"tabs-list-dsg-block-id-5\"\n        aria-label=\"Tabs navigation\"\n        role=\"tablist\"><\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panels js-tabs__panels\">\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-1-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Trip Overview\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-style-rounded is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-58192f54 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trip Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Durban is the place to stay in the lead-up to the Comrades Marathon 2026. Home to the official Expo and buzzing with anticipation as thousands of runners descend on the city each year, it offers the perfect opportunity to soak up the unique Comrades atmosphere and local gees (spirit). Combined with quality accommodation, stunning ocean views, and a carefully planned itinerary featuring activities, guidance, and support, our packages are designed to help you make the most of your Comrades experience. Our team will be on hand throughout your stay to share expert advice and local knowledge, ensuring your trip is memorable, successful, and completely stress-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Head of Product, Marie Howarth, has completed both the Up and Down runs, bringing first-hand experience and insight to help you prepare for this extraordinary challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Note - Only allow buttons and just wrap with a div that has the modal data attributes -->\n\n<div class=\"modal-button js-modal-button align wp-block-dsg-modal-button is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-modal-button-is-layout-flow\" data-src=\"itinerary\">    <div class=\"modal__content is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">View Full Itinerary<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0651ecf5 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-medal.svg\" alt=\"Medal Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1400 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-75e8b4b9cff14f5b0ab31281a9ac9a7a wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Meals Included<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-145b481ff02db47230bcdbaa1885c979 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Daily breakfast &amp; dinners as per itinerary<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-rep.svg\" alt=\"Rep Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1402 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0505bda429c68d70669a8d7ed69514fd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Guide<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-88143031983e2544c07f210b6d44d5ad wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Support from our expert team with group activities, shake-out run, and coaching tips. Optional: Race day Support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-bed.svg\" alt=\"Bed Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1395 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e8d86d701b28233a7f60718ec71bd749 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Transfers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-9b5e4129390fd6c6cbd54b9e91c4efad wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Return to Durban Airport &amp; Race Day transfers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-food.svg\" alt=\"Food Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1398 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18e05f8b7843d41c97b4bc7dff81b1af wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Trip Extension<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-369e1181ba276248c4b881eec0c4d2b3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Various safari post-trip extension options are available<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-bed.svg\" alt=\"Bed Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1395 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4cd9e149b9e134a40a8d88af7c2c48a7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Accommodation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-286ed9c1c37cc9e3eb830b59cfe105e6 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Excellent accommodation on Durban beachfront<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-bed.svg\" alt=\"Bed Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1395 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5f214dcc7d0111d34abe61b326edf4f5 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">A Helping Hand<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-969825e67380690da9bc7dfde0bc1516 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Access to recovery boots and\/or massages pre- and post-race<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-coopah.svg\" alt=\"Coopah Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1396 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bc5bde391b7316ef27faa115303f9509 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Entry<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-4f6f57b54caede603aacd7ae972e4dc9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Guaranteed Foreign Athlete Comrades Marathon entry available<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-runner.svg\" alt=\"Runner Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1403 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0710e29a580340fd561f21faff5cc8c8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Celebration Party<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-5fdf9ad6d2838050c98c0ac4ad8723a9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Optional: Celebration lunch and after party with &#8216;The Comrades King&#8217;, Mr Bruce Fordyce<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-bed.svg\" alt=\"Bed Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1395 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-07fb95f1804aa2d1fc0a95165e322f62 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Excursions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-9045ff234306b33d38ec136c2d0bbb3b wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">Optional: Comrades Route Tour (guided by double green number Comrade) with Expo visit. Half-day sightseeing tour of the Durban area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light feature-card has-border-color has-brand-200-border-color has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:1;min-height:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b6f8fd4f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5f9de3d0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-icon-rounded has-brand-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f8e7f21c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0.8em;padding-right:0.8em;padding-bottom:0.8em;padding-left:0.8em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized wp-container-content-c42f3963\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/icon-entry.svg\" alt=\"Entry Icon\" class=\"wp-image-1397 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain;width:auto;height:28px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0dd185f0404725225943099f9e9eff41 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Medal Bling<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sm-font-size wp-elements-fc9d8f1dfe3fbb0136190878fbfbe664 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.3\">The smallest but coolest medal ever!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-2\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-2-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Travel Packages\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5e88f48 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-88d2c659 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6e9c9493 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-eyebrow-brand wp-block-paragraph\">Travel Packages<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-display-md-font-size\">What\u2019s Included in Your Comrades Marathon 2026 Package<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the only official international tour operator for the Comrades Marathon, Marathon Tours &amp; Travel offers guaranteed race entry for international runners living outside South Africa when booking a Comrades Marathon 2026 travel package. All participants must meet the event\u2019s qualification requirements and race rules. Whether you are running or supporting, our experienced team will take care of every detail, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1280x854.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1715 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/854;aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1280x854.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-2048x1366.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-marathon-runners-1920x1280.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-border-primary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-border-primary-background-color has-background is-style-separator-thin\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide two-column-tick-list has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-84eff60184508ef431ab5d6f068379b2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Packages include the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-88d2c659 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n<li>Five (5) nights stay at a 4* beachfront hotel in Durban from 11- 16 June<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily breakfasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return Durban airport transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shake-out run (Thursday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Welcome dinner (Friday)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n<li>Pre-race dinner (Saturday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer from the hotel to the race start<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All hotel accommodations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer from the race finish to the hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guidance and support from our expert Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team in South Africa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-15b56ae74d2d9ec204cf0555b56bc533 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Not included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-88d2c659 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n<li>Comrades Marathon Entry (can be added at an extra cost for foreign athletes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private Comrades course tour (Friday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Half-day sightseeing tour of Durban with Expo visit (Saturday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Runner Support Option (Race Day)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporter Option (Race day)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-294471c6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n<li>Lunch and After Party hosted by \u2018The Comrades King\u2019 Mr Bruce Fordyce (Monday)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>** Please note that the availability of optional extras is limited \u2013 some elements of the package might not be available, and will be subject to confirmation after booking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center alignwide wp-block-paragraph\">Durban airport transfers are only available on package arrival and departure dates, or in conjunction with hotel extra nights booked with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-8ef8210195d6a000c9954f66632459e3\">Non Runners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recognise there are some elements of race day, the transfer to the start, for example, that you don\u2019t need, so we don\u2019t make you pay for that! During the booking process, a discount will be applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-94b3f6242d10ac594032f446dc1ddbd2\">Solo Travellers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our packages take the stress out of planning and bring together like\u2011minded, adventure\u2011seeking runners for an unforgettable experience. From the moment you arrive, you\u2019ll be part of a supportive group that shares your passion for running and exploring new places. Discover new sights, enjoy the camaraderie of group activities, and soak up every moment surrounded by people who \u201cget it.\u201d With us, you arrive a stranger\u2026 and leave as part of the Comrades family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-a1b2c99c4f6a2f38c33bf533955478bf\">Travelling with Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children will love the sun, sea and South African experience. Families with children are welcome; small children might find the tours and race day itself a little restricting and tiring. Thanda Safari extension is not permitted for children 6 years and younger. Babanango Safari extensions are not permitted for children 7 years and younger. Please contact us for availability and more details or go ahead and follow the booking process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-3\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-3-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Package Rates\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-style-rounded is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-58192f54 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Package Rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All prices are per person in UK pounds sterling<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-border-color has-background-quaternary-border-color has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>5 nights from Thursday 11th June 2026<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Double Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Single Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Child supplement 2-17yrs<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>DURBAN Comrades Package &#8211; Standard Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3899<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,269<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DURBAN Comrades Package &#8211; Superior Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3999<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,379<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3150<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Discount for supporter<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&#8211; \u00a355<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&#8211; \u00a355<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Please note higher category room types can be requested and confirmed &#8211; subject to availability.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">ON RQ<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">ON RQ<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>OPTIONAL EXTRAS<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Extra nights in Durban &#8211; Standard Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a380<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3140<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Extra nights in Durban &#8211; Superior Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3100<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3155<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guaranteed Comrades Marathon 2026 Entry (Rest of Africa) ON RQ<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3110<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guaranteed Comrades Marathon 2026 Entry (International)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3235<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private Comrades course tour (Saturday)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a340<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Half-day sightseeing tour of Durban with Expo visit (Saturday)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a330<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Runner Support Option (Race Day)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a349<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Supporter Option (Race day)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3169<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lunch and After Party hosted by &#8216;The Comrades King&#8217; Mr Bruce Fordyce (Monday)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a380<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Post-Race Extension | Thanda Private Game Reserve | 16 &#8211; 19 June 2026 LIMITED AVAILABILITY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-border-color has-background-quaternary-border-color has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>3 nights from Tuesday 16th June 2026<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Double Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Single Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Child supplement 7-15yrs<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Luxury Tented Camp &#8211; Tent<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,359<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,569<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3795<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iZulu Villa Rooms<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,999<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,999<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,579<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Post-Race Extension | Babanango Private Game Reserve | 16 &#8211; 19 June 2026 SOLD OUT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-border-color has-background-quaternary-border-color has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>3 nights from Tuesday 16th June 2026<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Double Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Single Occupancy<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Child supplement 8-11yrs<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Valley Lodge &#8211; Deluxe Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,499<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,955<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valley Lodge &#8211; Luxury Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,575<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,069<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valley Lodge &#8211; Family Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,099<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3329<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valley Lodge &#8211; Romance Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,799<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,375<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valley Lodge &#8211; Hilltop House &#8211; Per person based on 4 people sharing<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,739<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,739<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zulu Rock Lodge &#8211; Deluxe Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,635<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,149<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zulu Rock Lodge &#8211; Luxury Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,709<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,265<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zulu Rock Lodge &#8211; Family Villa Per person based on 2 people sharing<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,485<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a3585<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zulu Rock Lodge &#8211; Romance Room<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a31,929<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">\u00a32,599<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">n\/a<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-4-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Hotels\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2a2a77c0 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"hotel-card alignfull wp-block-dsg-hotel-card\" id=\"dsg-block-id-1\">\n        \n        <div class=\"hotel__header\">\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__primary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__rating\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"hotel__title\">Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Durban<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__secondary-meta\">\n\n                                                \n                                    <div>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-time.svg\" alt=\"Check in Icon\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                        <div class=\"hotel_check_in_time\">Check-in time: 2:00 pm<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hotel__main\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"hotel__gallery js-hotel-gallery\">\n\n                    <div class=\"swiper-container-wrapper\">\n\n                        <div class=\"swiper-container gallery-main js-hotel-gallery-main\">\n                            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1181\" height=\"788\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/ffe663ee3963f15471cae1b5bf88f97d.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/ffe663ee3963f15471cae1b5bf88f97d.jpg.webp 1181w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/ffe663ee3963f15471cae1b5bf88f97d-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/ffe663ee3963f15471cae1b5bf88f97d-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1181px) 100vw, 1181px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1181px; 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Guests can enjoy a first class experience with a wide range of facilities available, such as 5 restaurants, bars &amp; lounges, a spa and beauty salon, 3 swimming pools, 2 gyms and complimentary Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n<p>Check-in from 14:00 and check out before 11:00.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"hotel__features\">\n                                            <ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n                                                            <li>5 Restaurants<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Bars &amp; Lounges<\/li>\n                                                            <li>3 Swimming Pools<\/li>\n                                                            <li>2 Gyms<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Spa<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Beauty Salon<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Wi-Fi<\/li>\n                                                    <\/ul>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"hotel-card alignfull wp-block-dsg-hotel-card\" id=\"dsg-block-id-2\">\n        \n        <div class=\"hotel__header\">\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__primary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__rating\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"hotel__title\">Thanda Private Game Reserve &#8211; Featured in the Post Race Extension<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__secondary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-pin.svg\" alt=\"Location Icon\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                        <span>Kwazulu Natal Province &#8211; South Africa<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hotel__main\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"hotel__gallery js-hotel-gallery\">\n\n                    <div class=\"swiper-container-wrapper\">\n\n                        <div class=\"swiper-container gallery-main js-hotel-gallery-main\">\n                            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"686\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1280x686.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1280x686.jpeg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1024x549.jpeg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-768x412.jpeg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1536x823.jpeg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-2048x1098.jpeg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1440x772.jpeg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Safari-Lodge-Tent-inside-scaled-1-1920x1029.jpeg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; 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The tented camp offers 15 colonial-style safari tents with en-suite bathrooms and private decks, while Villa iZulu features five en-suite bedrooms, spacious living areas, a pool, gym, and waterhole views.<\/p>\n<p>Your stay includes all meals, two daily game drives, and selected local beverages. Optional extras, such as spa treatments, are available at an additional cost. Wildlife sightings on game drives are subject to guide discretion, with guest safety and animal welfare as priorities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"hotel__features\">\n                                            <ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n                                                            <li>Each tent has an open-plan bedroom<\/li>\n                                                            <li>En-suite canvas bathroom with an indoor and\/or outdoor shower<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Large living and dining area<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Hemingway library<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Cellar<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Gym<\/li>\n                                                    <\/ul>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"hotel-card alignfull wp-block-dsg-hotel-card\" id=\"dsg-block-id-3\">\n        \n        <div class=\"hotel__header\">\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__primary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__rating\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"hotel__title\">Babanango Zulu Rock Lodge &#8211; Post Race Extension<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__secondary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-pin.svg\" alt=\"Location Icon\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                        <span>Kwazulu Natal Province &#8211; South Africa<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-route.svg\" alt=\"Location Icon\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                        <span>3.30 to 4 hour drive from Durban<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hotel__main\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"hotel__gallery js-hotel-gallery\">\n\n                    <div class=\"swiper-container-wrapper\">\n\n                        <div class=\"swiper-container gallery-main js-hotel-gallery-main\">\n                            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"854\" height=\"1280\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-854x1280.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-854x1280.jpg.webp 854w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-683x1024.jpg.webp 683w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-768x1152.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-1024x1536.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-1366x2048.jpg.webp 1366w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1-1440x2160.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven_LoveAfricaMarketing_ZuluRock_m287-scaled-1.jpg.webp 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 854px) 100vw, 854px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 854px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/>                                    <\/div>\n                                \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"hotel__content\">\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__overview\">\n                        <p><strong>Babanango Game Reserve<\/strong> is a 4-star safari lodge in the malaria-free Royal Zulu Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal, approximately 3.5\u20134 hours from Durban. Home to the Big Five, the reserve combines exceptional wildlife experiences with a strong commitment to Zulu culture, community development, and conservation.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Perched above the reserve, <strong>Zulu Rock Lodge<\/strong> offers breathtaking valley views from its cliff-top location. With just six luxury suites and one family villa, accommodating a maximum of 16 guests, it provides an intimate safari experience. Guests can relax by the elevated pool and enjoy close connections with nature in an unfenced environment. Please note that children under 8 years are not permitted.<\/p>\n<p>Your stay includes breakfast, light lunch, dinner, two daily game drives, refreshments on drives, and basic teas and coffees. Additional activities, alcoholic and soft drinks, premium coffees, minibar items, spa treatments, and personal expenses are excluded and payable locally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"hotel__features\">\n                                            <ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n                                                            <li>Villa-style suites and a family villa<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Swimming pool<\/li>\n                                                    <\/ul>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"hotel-card alignfull wp-block-dsg-hotel-card\" id=\"dsg-block-id-4\">\n        \n        <div class=\"hotel__header\">\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__primary-meta\">\n\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__rating\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-star-filled.svg\" alt=\"Star Rating\" width=\"auto\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                                            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"hotel__title\">Babanango Valley Lodge &#8211; Featured in the Post Race Extension<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hotel__secondary-meta\">\n\n                                                    <div>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/blocks\/hotel-card\/assets\/images\/icon-route.svg\" alt=\"Location Icon\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\">\n                        <span>3.30 to 4 hour drive from Durban<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"hotel__main\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"hotel__gallery js-hotel-gallery\">\n\n                    <div class=\"swiper-container-wrapper\">\n\n                        <div class=\"swiper-container gallery-main js-hotel-gallery-main\">\n                            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1280x854.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1280x854.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-2048x1366.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/Sven-Musica-Love-Africa-Marketing-36-1920x1280.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/>                                    <\/div>\n                                \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"hotel__content\">\n                                    <div class=\"hotel__overview\">\n                        <p><strong>Babanango Game Reserve<\/strong> is a 4-star safari destination in the malaria-free Royal Zulu Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal, approximately 3.5\u20134 hours from Durban. Home to the Big Five, the reserve combines outstanding wildlife experiences with a commitment to Zulu culture, community development, and conservation.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Located in the southern part of the reserve, <strong>Valley Lodge<\/strong> offers nine luxury rooms overlooking indigenous gardens, accommodating a maximum of 18 guests. Guests can enjoy infinity and splash pools, a library, fireplace, and outdoor boma, while the fenced setting provides added privacy and exclusivity. Please note that children under 8 years are not permitted.<\/p>\n<p>Your stay includes breakfast, light lunch, dinner, two daily game drives, refreshments on drives, and basic teas and coffees. Additional activities, alcoholic and soft drinks, premium coffees, minibar items, spa treatments, and personal expenses are excluded and payable locally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"hotel__features\">\n                                            <ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-list-check\">\n                                                            <li>Luxury rooms<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Infinity and splash pools<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Library<\/li>\n                                                            <li>Outdoor boma<\/li>\n                                                    <\/ul>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-border-primary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-border-primary-background-color has-background\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-5\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-5-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Extensions\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Extensions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Extensions within Africa post-Comrades Marathon 2026 are offered; there is a choice of Safari options.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Private Game Reserves | 16 \u2013 19 June 2026 | 3 nights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong>These extension trips start and finish in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both reserves are malaria-free and are home to the Big Five Game (Rhino, Lion, Elephant, Leopard, African Buffalo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3 Nights Extension Package includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 nights at your chosen game reserve and accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer from Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban to the game reserve and accommodation of your choice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 game drives per day with a professional guide and tracker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refreshments on the game drives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All meals and selected local beverages (minibar, soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers) are included at Thanda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All meals and selected local beverages (basic teas and coffees) are included at Babanango<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wi-Fi in public areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer from your chosen accommodation to Durban King Shaka Airport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips for guides, drivers and general staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conservation \/ Community Levy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Not Included:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alcohol &amp; soft drinks at Babanango<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NOTE: <\/strong>All Game Reserve extensions are guided by a professional guide and tracker. Extensions are not accompanied by Marathon Tours &amp; Travel (MTT) staff unless we reach a minimum number of sales, or at our discretion. The Game Reserve staff will look after you, and MTT staff will be available via telephone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Please refer to the last day of the itinerary for flight recommendations and group transfer times.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thanda<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rates from \u00a3 1,359 to \u00a3 2,999 per person \u2013 please refer to our Packages &amp; Rates section for more details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanda Safari is an award-winning 5-star experience, situated in a private game reserve in the heart of the Royal Zulu Kingdom of Kwazulu Natal, a 3 to 4 hour drive from Durban. The reserve provides a world of wilderness and wildlife, matched with a deep commitment to Zulu culture and environmental conservation. Thanda means \u2018Love\u2019 in the language of the Zulu people, and Thanda Safari lives this ethos in the management of its 14,000-hectare reserve and its community partnerships. Experience the ultimate safari camp experience with Thanda Safari, which has repeatedly been named the World\u2019s Leading Luxury Game Reserve Lodge. Whether you stay in the Villa iZulu or a luxury tent in the camp, you will fall in love with Thanda.<br>For 2026, the Lodge is not available, but we can offer Villa iZulu or the Thanda Luxury Tented Camp. Comprised of fifteen non-electrified colonial-style safari tents, providing an authentic rustic bush experience (leaving a smaller carbon footprint). Each tent has an open-plan bedroom with an en-suite canvas bathroom with an indoor and\/or outdoor shower, as well as a wooden viewing deck. No children younger than 7 years are permitted to stay at this property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Babanango<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rates from \u00a3 1,499 to \u00a3 2,599 per person \u2013 please refer to our Packages &amp; Rates section for more details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Babanango Game Reserve is a 4-star lodge experience, situated in a malaria free area of Royal Zulu Kingdom of Kwazulu Natal, a 3.30 to 4 hour drive from Durban. The reserve hosts a world of wilderness and wildlife, including the Big Five, matched with a deep commitment to Zulu culture, community and environmental conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nestled in the south of Babanango Game Reserve, Valley Lodge offers nine adjacent luxury rooms each of which are stylishly furnished with upscale amenities to guarantee an indulgent and delightful experience for guests. Every room is thoughtfully equipped with luxurious features such as heated bathroom floors and towel racks, ensuring a truly comfortable and pampering stay. Rooms offer views of indigenous gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a maximum capacity of 18 guests, the farm-style lodge ensures a cosy experience. Unlike others, it is fenced off for safety, privacy, and exclusivity. Guests can enjoy panoramic views from infinity and splash pools or relax by the fireplace. The library offers books on local history and bird species. In the evening, the outdoor boma with a fire pit creates a cosy atmosphere. The lodge\u2019s culinary experience includes canape-style lunches, handcrafted cocktails, and traditional South African-style potjiekos and braais.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>No children younger than 8 years are permitted to stay at this property.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During your stay you can enjoy three meals per day (breakfast, light lunch, dinner), and basic teas and coffees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not included are extras such as other activities, soft drinks, juices, premium coffees, alcoholic beverages, minibar, items of a personal nature &amp; treatments which can be booked and paid for during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perched high on the Babanango game reserve, Zulu Rock Lodge offers guests breathtaking views of the expansive landscape from its cliff-edge location. Zulu Rock Lodge offers six luxurious villa-style suites and a family villa. Unwind on the deck beside the elevated pool, while watching for wildlife as they gracefully roam the valley below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zulu Rock Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring a personalised experience. With no fences to separate guests from nature, this bush lodge accommodation invites guests to immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings, embracing a true sense of oneness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Zulu Rock Lodge, every moment is crafted to inspire awe and tranquillity. From the panoramic views that greet you each morning to magical\u202fencounters with wildlife,\u202fthis sanctuary reconnects guests with the beauty of nature. Whether embarking on a thrilling safari adventure or savouring the peacefulness of the lodge, Zulu Rock Lodge promises an unforgettable experience with cherished memories to last a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>No children younger than 8 years are permitted to stay at Babanango properties.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tuesday 16 June 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After breakfast, at 10:00 am you will be collected from Southern Sun Hotel Elangeni &amp; Maharani in Durban to your chosen game reserve and accommodation. The group transfer will be an approximately 3-and-a-half-hour drive along the Indian Ocean. After arriving, you will depart for your first game drive in four-wheel Land Rovers or similar. An early morning or late afternoon safari is the best time to look for the Big Five. With 1,000\u2019s of hectares to explore and led by experts of the African bush, you\u2019ll see an array of wildlife, birds, and plant life. (Lunch and Dinner included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 June 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each day is an early morning wake-up (5:30am\/6:00am) with coffee available before departing for your morning game drive. This is a great time to view many animals visiting the water holes and\/or predators hunting for their food. We will return around 9:00am for breakfast and spend the middle of the day relaxing and\/or enjoying optional activities such as bush walks that you can book on site. We will head out for our last game drive at 3:00pm and return for dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Friday 19 June 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After breakfast, you will be collected from your accommodation for the group transfer to Durban King Shaka International Airport. There will be 2 morning departures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Departure 1 will depart at 08:00am and arrive between 11:30pm to 12:30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Departure 2 will depart at 11:30am and arrive between 15:00pm to 16:00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If neither group transfer to Durban King Shaka International Airport suits your plans or should you need a transfer to Richards Bay Airport, we can arrange a private transfer. Please contact us for the additional cost if an individual transfer is required. (Breakfast included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Itineraries are subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-6\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-6-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"FAQs\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696862252\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why should I buy the race entry from MTT and not directly?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">We do not charge any more than the fee charged by Comrades Marathon so you might as well let us secure your entry for you.<br>General entries can only be purchased directly within a certain time period, that period has passed as they sold out of general entries within 1 day!<br>MTT are the exclusive official international tour operator, we have a separate supply of foreign athlete entries. We can supply Comrades Race entry as an extra cost to the package to anyone residing outside South Africa.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696875236\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can children join our tours?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Children will love the sun, sea and South African experience. Families with children are welcome, however small children might find the tours and race day itself a little restricting and tiring and we would want the runners to arrive at the start line as relaxed as possible. Thanda Safari extension is not permitted for children 6 years and younger. Babanango Safari extensions are not permitted for children 7 years and younger. Families with children aged 8 years and above would perhaps benefit the most from our Durban only package, please <a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/contact-us\/\" id=\"193\">contact us<\/a> for availability of rooms and more details.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696937697\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What category of rooms do we offer?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In Durban you can choose standard or superior rooms. Whilst all rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani face the sea the Superior rooms are more spacious and have the best views.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696950545\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why is the accommodation in Durban and not one of the outlying suburbs?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In addition to quality accommodation with exhilarating sea views, Durban is the place to stay leading up to the Comrades Marathon! Home of the Expo and where you can experience the pre-race excitement as throngs of runners fill the city each year and bring the gees (vibe).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696964514\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why don\u2019t you offer accommodation in Pietermaritzburg, the night before the Down Run? (Not applicable to 2026)<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">From experience we have found it is easier and more economical to stay in Durban and not move hotels mid trip. No matter where you stay it\u2019s an early start. Our intention, which worked incredibly well 2 years ago will mean that all runners avoid the stress of traffic and road closures. Our clients can sleep onboard if they wish and stay with the coach, in the warm, with toilet facilities until they need to join the race!<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781696981398\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are the airport transfers organised to suit specific arrival and destination times of our flights?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, once we have your flight details we will be able to schedule airport transfers according to those times. If there are many guests on the same flights this may mean sharing a transfer with others, though the times will be made to suit your travel plans.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697037894\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will breakfast be available on race day?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, a grab &amp; go style breakfast will be available on race day for Comrades runners or any supporters who intend to leave the hotel early. Times will be confirmed on the final instructions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697684558\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What will the massages cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">2026 rates are not available yet but for 2025 the costs were;<br>ZAR 600 for 60 minutes massage<br>ZAR 400 for 30 minutes compression boots<br>Bookable and payable directly (cash) \u2013 details and appointments will be sent with final instructions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697706371\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I get to the Expo to collect my race number?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Comrades Route tour will drop you off at the Expo in Durban on Friday. You can easily walk approx. 20 minutes from the Expo to hotel. Should you wish to visit the Expo at another time you are free to do so, its easy to get to on foot or by Uber taxi, which is very economical.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697766079\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Comrades Route Tour only for runners?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, all MTT clients booked on a package that includes the tour are welcome. Its exclusive to MTT. It starts at 7.30am from our hotel and will preview the route whilst sitting in the comfort of our luxury coach. En-route we will include stops at Comrades House Museum in Pietermaritzburg, the Wall of Honour and Arthurs Seat. It gives runners who have not seen the route before some valuable race insight, but this is personal choice and by no means obligatory. The tour is expected to finish early afternoon and will be guided by an experienced Comrades finisher and experienced coach.<br><br>The tour will finish at the Comrades Marathon Expo so you can pick up your race kits. Lunch can be purchased at the Expo, after which we invite you to shop and enjoy the vibe before making your way back to your hotel (approx. a 20-minute walk).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697790479\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What can I expect on race day as a runner?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Breakfast will be available early \u2013 expect a Grab &amp; Go Breakfast with all the key elements you would expect for fuelling before an ultra marathon. However, if you have any essential foods please either bring them with you or notify us before the trip and we will do our best to arrange this with the hotel.<br>Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Durban. This is a 10 minute journey usually with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.<br><br>The Comrades Marathon finishes in Pietermaritzburg. After finishing the race, meet Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team at the designated location in the finish area (TBD). We will look after you in the sheltered International Hospitality tent until you wish to leave. Your transfer back to Durban will take approximately 2 hours, take this time to rest and hydrate. Durban is approx. 48 miles (77km) distance from the finish at Scottsville Racecourse. We understand how tired you will feel after a long time on your feet, meals can be purchased at one of the restaurants or take the opportunity to order room service! Relax, you deserve it.<br>We understand as a runner you may want some personal items along the route and that family and friends that are not running want to also share the excitement. We can offer you both the runner and supporters options. Space is limited, More details here.<br><br>To feel and see the MTT Up Run race experience with MTT we strongly recommend watching this video from Kieran Alger who ran the 2024 Up Run with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697831216\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are supporters looked after and included in the activities?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">We welcome supporters on our trips, they are included in all the activities, except the run itself and race day transfers. Family\/friends make the experience so much more personal for you as the runner and they get to enjoy the sunshine and of course the experience of seeing you accomplish your dream will forever be a memory to cherish.<br><br>On race day we can offer a full day supporter option. Space is limited, This service takes MTT supporters to spectate on the route, there is an additional cost. More details here. Alternatively, non-runners can choose to either stay in Durban on Sunday at their own leisure or meet runners back at the hotel when they return. No MTT staff will be in Durban during race day, they will be in Pietermaritzburg and return after the race has completely finished.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697863768\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I receive confirmation of entry?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Runners who purchase entry from MTT will receive a registration link. This will be sent, with instructions when Comrades Marathon are ready. During the registration process you will create an account and it\u2019s to this account that you will need to submit your proof of qualifying time and race before the deadline. After you have registered on the Comrades system you will receive a confirmation of registration and subsequent email updates. Your name will also then show on the 2026 entry list.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697874812\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can supporters wait at the finish and see runners finish?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, unless they booked the MTT supporter option.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697876442\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What can I expect after I have finished?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">All international runners will be given a wristband and an international tog bag sticker with their race number. The wristband must be worn on race day because it allows access to the International area at the finish. The international tog-bag retrieval point is also separate from the local runner\u2019s tog-bag collection point, in recent years it was in the international tent. If you have a non runner with you on this trip please request another wristband at the Expo. The International tent at the finish is usually the best spot to see runners and provides seating and refreshments.<br><br>The Comrades Marathon 2026 finishes in Pietermaritzburg. After finishing the race, meet Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team at the designated location (TBD), we will look after MTT runners and those supporters who have booked our supporter day option until you leave. Your transfer back to Durban will take approximately 2 hours, take this time to rest and hydrate. Durban is approx. 48 miles (77km) distance from the finish at Scottsville Racecourse. We understand how tired you will feel after a long time on your feet, meals can be purchased at one of the restaurants or take the opportunity to order room service! Relax, you deserve it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697950921\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is there a service for runners to leave their personal drinks and kit essentials on the Comrades course?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Comrades refreshment tables are very well stacked with refreshments and foods. However, if you prefer your own goodies and also want to make use of a private clean toilet at 3 points en-route we can offer you the runner race day option. Space is limited. More details here.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781697965121\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What can I expect of the after party?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can expect food, great sea views, lots of laughs and celebrations with your running peers and companions. It is an additional cost and an option to add to your Comrades trip during the booking process.<br><br>It takes place Monday afternoon at a restaurant a short distance away from our hotel, from 12:00pm. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bruce_Fordyce\">Bruce Fordyce<\/a>, 9 times winner and Comrades Legend will host the party which can continue until late afternoon. You can expect music, live entertainment (Bruce has some fabulous stories and is a great host), a spectacular buffet lunch, sunshine, sea views and a chance to share your Comrades experience or is that war stories! The buffet meal includes your choice of a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Any further drinks can be purchased. It\u2019s always a lot of fun and if you\u2019re lucky you may just have the current or other past Comrades winner(s) pop by. A great after party to finish off our Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Comrades Marathon 2026 trip. This event is not operated by MTT therefore it is subject to change.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781698014236\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is included in the pre-race dinner?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">5.30pm on Saturday our pre-race dinner will take place at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by. Our expert team will be available to re-cap on the next day\u2019s schedule and answer any questions you may have whilst you eat a nutritious carbo-loading dinner.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781698022826\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is included in the welcome reception?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">5.30pm for 6pm on Friday our Welcome Reception that will take place at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by. Our expert team will guide you through the weekend\u2019s itinerary, answer any questions you may have and allow you to meet your fellow runners whilst enjoying a delicious buffet dinner. Please note that the dinner venue is not certified Halaal. However, all meats are purchased from a Halaal butcher and pork separation is practiced in the kitchens. Other special dietary requests will be accommodated if they can by Chef, please advise us in advance and we will do our best to arrange.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781698049010\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you advise on flights?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Flights are not included but clients can be advised as follows.<br><br>Comrades Package Only: Clients should plan to fly in and out of Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).<br>Comrades Package with the Post-Race Safari Extensions\u200b: Clients should plan to fly in and out of Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781702825691\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What can I expect from the sightseeing tour?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">After breakfast, depart the hotel at 09:00am for a half-day sightseeing tour of Durban and the beachfront area. Our experienced local guide will show you the must-see places with stops expected to include the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium, built for the FIFA World Cup in 2010, the tranquil Durban Botanic Gardens and the bustling Victoria Street Market, known for its fragrant spices and souvenirs. You can expect to hear of the local history, culture and people and experience panoramic city views. Stop for some photo opportunities as we drive by the harbour, beachfront and the many historical buildings of the city of Durban. The tour is designed to allow for a full experience of Durban, in comfort, without much walking!<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>All information is subject to change and will be updated and advised with our client&#8217;s final itinerary and instructions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-7\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-7-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Registration &amp; Booking\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration &amp; Booking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Conditions of sale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note we cannot sell a race entry without an accommodation package. Race entry is not refundable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you wish to make any changes to your reservations, administration and\/or service fees might apply. For our general T&amp;C\u2019s please see here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to book during the pre-booking before the package release stage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To pre-register, click on the book now button, ensuring that you select the correct number of runners. Please read all the important information. If you have any questions, please contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to book after package options are released<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team will contact you, advise package choices with prices and invite you to book a specific package. At this stage, you will need to select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party, plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a further deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in Australia, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/comrades-marathon\/\">Australian office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in North America, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/comrades-marathon\/\">USA office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you reside in China, please contact our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marathontours.com.cn\/\">China office<\/a> to book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Payments<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Travel Advice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact date for this event is still to be confirmed. Do not book any flights until confirmed details are known and we have advised you of the package choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you travel, check the \u2018Entry requirements\u2019 section for South Africa\u2019s current entry restrictions and requirements. Advice for the UK is available here \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/foreign-travel-advice\/south-africa\">South Africa travel advice<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Travel Insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover. Make sure that you are insured for existing medical conditions, any activities you plan to do and any equipment that you plan to take. Travel insurance covers you if anything doesn\u2019t go to plan before you travel as well, so we recommend sorting it at the time of booking. For more information, <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/travel-insurance\/\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Security Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and\/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest\u2019s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Guaranteed Comrades Marathon Entry for International or Rest of Africa Runners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Comrades Marathon 2026. You can buy the entry at an additional cost if you also buy the accommodation package with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Starting Times and Bib Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marathon Tours &amp; Travel are the only official international tour operator permitted to sell official entries for the Comrades Marathon 2026. We have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers, these are allocated based on strict qualifying criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Closer to the event, we will ask for your expected pace and other details to complete the registration process for the Comrades Marathon 2026. The organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information you provide. Please refer to the qualification rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/race-info\/rules-and-info\">race rules<\/a> must be followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time Limits &amp; Cut Offs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The race will have batch wave starts and be timed \u201cmat-to-mat\u201d. The cut-off times for these points will be confirmed in the final race instructions. For more specific information please refer directly to the <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/\">Comrades website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Qualification Requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All entrants are required to meet the Comrades Marathon 2026 qualifying criteria. Failure to meet the qualifying criteria will result in your entry being rejected. Generally speaking, you need to have completed a standard marathon in a time of sub-5 hours between September and May. For more specific information, please refer directly to the <a href=\"https:\/\/comrades.com\/\">Comrades website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-8\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-8-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Race Day Options\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Race Day Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2026 Runner Option for Race Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>(Limited availability and currently only open to MARATHON Tours &amp; Travel (MTT) Comrades UP RUN 2026 clients)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">14 June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost \u00a349<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local friends of MTT are delighted to offer a support service for our runners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a pre-bookable service, added at extra cost to the main MTT Comrades accommodation package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This option provides runners with 3 support locations along the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our Runner Support Option includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 MTT branded support points along the Comrades Marathon route on race day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We will provide you with 3 bags, tags for your bottles and a personalised wristband.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before race day drop off your bags and bottles with us at Southern Sun Hotel Elangeni &amp; Maharani and you will see them again on the route!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporters will be at 2 of those support points, to give you that added motivation and cheer you on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include in your bags any personal items, gels, spare socks, shoes, \u2018just in case items\u2019 etc, whatever you like to have access to but don\u2019t want to have to run with!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bags will be available for collection from us at Southern Sun Hotel Elangeni &amp; Maharani the day after Comrades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporters will be able to meet and cheer on their runners as they pass the first point.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private portaloo facilities will be made available to you at each of the support points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please note details are subject to change, final details and instructions will be communicated nearer to the time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2026 Supporter Option for Race Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>(Limited availability and currently only open to MARATHON Tours &amp; Travel (MTT) Comrades UP RUN 2026 clients)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">14 June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost \u00a3 169<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local friends of MTT are delighted to offer a full support day for our VIP\u2019s, the supporters. Enjoy the Comrades gees (vibe) with us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a pre-bookable service, added at extra cost to the main MTT Comrades accommodation package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This option provides an opportunity for family and friends of runners participating in the 2026 Comrades Marathon to spend the day in safe hands and with great company, our local team will take care of the logistics while you cheer on and encourage runners. You can expect a long and busy day, so if a sleep-in or leisurely day by the hotel pool is more your scene, then please don\u2019t book this. If however you want an experience that permits you inclusion into your runners experience too and be that welcoming face to your runner then we would love you to join us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our Supporter Option includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transport from Southern Sun Hotel Elangeni &amp; Maharani in Durban to 2 catered points along the Comrades route. Departing between 04:00am to 04:30am.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transport to the 1st supporter point expects to arrive at approx. 05:30am. Situated in the Hillcrest area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breakfast items will be served, tea\/coffee\/water and soft drinks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable seating will be provided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporters will be able to meet and cheer on their runners as they pass the first point.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At approximately 09:00am, supporters will be transported to the 2nd point. Location TBA but likely to be approx. 30km to go marker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporters will enjoy an al fresco lunch consisting of items such as filled wraps, fresh salads and fruit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most special dietary requirements will be catered for, please advise us beforehand of these.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private portaloo facilities will be made available to supporters and their runners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There will be numerous vehicles taking supporters to the finish in Pietermaritzburg at several different times in the afternoon. Upon arrival you can meet up with MTT and your runners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The logistics are taken care of for you but please exercise patience. Some things like weather and roadworks are out of control, country roads can be congested and you may need to walk short distances to\/from vehicles but our local team know the roads and areas and will look after you to the very best of their ability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you didn\u2019t start the day with friends you will certainly leave with some and in the knowledge that you were there for your runner!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This supporter\u2019s package does not include transport back to Durban but MTT clients receive this as part of the main MTT Comrades accommodation package.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please note details are subject to change, final details and instructions will be communicated nearer to the time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tabs__panel js-tabs__panel alignfull wp-block-dsg-tab is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-tab-is-layout-flow\" id=\"tab-panel-9\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-panel-9-tab\">\n    <div class=\"tab-wrapper js-tab-wrapper\"\n         data-tab-title=\"Resources &amp; Inspiration\"\n         data-tab-icon=\"\"\n         data-tab-icon-alt=\"\">\n        <div class=\"tab__content js-tab__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comrades Marathon Resources &amp; Inspiration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Known simply as \u201cComrades\u201d among runners and South Africans alike, the Comrades Marathon is the world\u2019s oldest and largest ultra marathon. If you\u2019re wondering whether you have what it takes to tackle this iconic race, hear first-hand from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel UK\u2019s Head of Running Product, <a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/comrades-ultra-marathona-race-that-will-change-your-life\/\">Marie Howarth<\/a>, as she shares her experience of running Comrades and what makes it such a life-changing event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you prepare for race day, we\u2019ve also gathered a selection of helpful videos and resources from experienced Comrades runners, including returning Comrade and YouTuber ManVMiles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4cFf6MJvmOs\" id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4cFf6MJvmOs\">23 Lessons from a First-Time Finisher \u2013 Tips and insights to help you conquer the UP RUN (2024)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/FyXIcGhq5F4?si=GvDXiP0Xrmzr0D7m\">What It\u2019s Like Running Your First UP RUN \u2013 A first-hand look at the experience of race day (2024)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-ARAeaDhV2k\">What It\u2019s Like to Run Your First Comrades \u2013 Follow the journey of a first-time finisher on the DOWN RUN (2023)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80ee6368 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex wp-container-1 is-position-sticky\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-background-tertiary-border-color has-text-light-background-color has-background is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-314bccfa wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:9999px;border-top-right-radius:9999px;border-bottom-left-radius:9999px;border-bottom-right-radius:9999px;padding-top:8px;padding-right:9px;padding-bottom:8px;padding-left:9px;box-shadow:var(--wp--preset--shadow--small-light)\">\n<!-- Note - Only allow buttons and just wrap with a div that has the modal data attributes -->\n\n<div class=\"modal-button js-modal-button align wp-block-dsg-modal-button is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-modal-button-is-layout-flow\" data-src=\"\">    <div class=\"modal__content is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-button-disabled\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">2025 Sold Out<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- Note - Only allow buttons and just wrap with a div that has the modal data attributes -->\n\n<div class=\"modal-button js-modal-button align wp-block-dsg-modal-button is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-modal-button-is-layout-flow\" data-src=\"waitlist-form\">    <div class=\"modal__content is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Register for 2026<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull pattern-video-hero\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xxx-large)\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-38 size-large lazyload\" alt=\"Antarctica Landscape\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-1280x853.jpg.webp\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-1280x853.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/shubham-dhage-bJisYdAGj-o-unsplash.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/853;\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-gray-950-background-color has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-d87aa0ab wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80ee6368 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-eyebrow-neutral wp-block-paragraph\">Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Comrades 2026 Promo<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed alignwide is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"2026 Comrades Marathon Promo Video\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PNTkv2pbbuo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"about:blank\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull pattern-reviews-grid has-background-secondary-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-44677d51 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" id=\"reviews\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80ee6368 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-eyebrow-brand wp-block-paragraph\">Testimonials<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-de1ef8d1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center alignwide\">Hear from our Customers<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-be885fce wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Thousands of runners have crossed finish lines around the globe with us. Here\u2019s what they had to say about their journeys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light is-style-rounded-cover\" style=\"min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-202 size-large lazyload\" alt=\"People\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/people-1.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2000\/1333;\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cdb3485 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-rounded has-background-tertiary-background-color has-background is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4aa5a842 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3e4c80ef wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fd4240ed wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7f0e024cc7c232069f673f4a8e084162 wp-block-paragraph\">We had a memorable time on our first Comrades\u2026 so many unforgettable moments and opportunities\u2026. we met so many crazy runners like us! Great organization by Marathon Tours\u2026 We will return next year for our back to back\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5cb654a5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-container-content-962be591\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/logo-feefo.svg\" alt=\"Feefo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-200 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-rounded has-background-tertiary-background-color has-background is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4aa5a842 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3e4c80ef wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fd4240ed wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2787ddedff8eaac98915648fc7b13391 wp-block-paragraph\">Just wanted to say what a great time we\u2019ve had, fantastic adventure, you were all brilliant. You made it all so effortless for us (bar the actual running part!). Lovely to meet so many like minded crazy running fools, no doubt we\u2019ll meet again.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5cb654a5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-container-content-962be591\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/logo-feefo.svg\" alt=\"Feefo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-200 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-rounded has-background-tertiary-background-color has-background is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4aa5a842 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3e4c80ef wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fd4240ed wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f872cc862c8d7bd22e113e5ef35dd7a5 wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you very much for another great trip. MTT team each deserve a medal!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5cb654a5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-container-content-962be591\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/logo-feefo.svg\" alt=\"Feefo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-200 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-rounded has-background-tertiary-background-color has-background is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4aa5a842 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3e4c80ef wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fd4240ed wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/icon-star.svg\" alt=\"Yellow Star Icon\" class=\"wp-image-198 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5ce765f12d2375118dffe546e8f58575 wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ve had such an amazing few days with a wonderful group of people. Beautifully organised by the MTT team. Thank you so much.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5cb654a5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-container-content-962be591\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/logo-feefo.svg\" alt=\"Feefo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-200 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e8c78920 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">View all our Reviews on Feefo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-background-quaternary-border-color has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5d9a58c0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.feefo.com\/en-GB\/reviews\/marathon-tours-travel-uk\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/themes\/marathon-tours-theme\/patterns\/images\/logo-feefo-review-badge.png\" alt=\"Feefo Review Badge\" class=\"wp-image-210 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 424px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/853;\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-gray-950-background-color has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-d87aa0ab wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80ee6368 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-eyebrow-neutral wp-block-paragraph\">Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Highlights From Last Year<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed alignwide is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"2025 Comrades Promo Video\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UIQ0eY8ZKY8?start=1&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"about:blank\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"min-height:800px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-45d1e73a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"853\" height=\"1280\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/pierre-antoine-franck-OpDIYfAb4WQ-unsplash-853x1280.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 853px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 320\/229;width:108px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-display-md-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;line-height:1.2\">Seven Continents Club\u00ae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8b1986cd wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The Seven Continents Club\u00ae (SCC) is our global running community that proudly supports runners in pursuing their running goals.\u202fAs well as connecting runners from around the world, being a member of the club comes with exclusive benefits, including\u202fpriority access to our most in\u2011demand events\u202f- helping you plan ahead and secure places in some of the world\u2019s most sought\u2011after running adventures. Join SCC today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-button-light\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/seven-continents-club\/\">Join the SCC Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-light-color has-brand-500-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-141a20772c8f2d723148dae80fb2b44a has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-45265eeb wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" id=\"resources\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull event-recent-blog has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-586d4220 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-353afd59 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-eyebrow-translucent wp-block-paragraph\">Insights<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-light-color has-text-color has-link-color has-display-md-font-size wp-elements-3cf27f8f32a5165dbc3b8e3245906487\">Latest from the Blog<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-query alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-4c8cc5cb wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-1774 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-experiences\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-21658a27 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9\" class=\"alignwide wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/comrades-ultra-marathona-race-that-will-change-your-life\/\" target=\"_self\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1280x854.jpg.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"Comrades Ultra Marathon: A Race That Will Change Your Life!\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/854;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1280x854.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-2048x1366.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1440x960.jpg.webp 1440w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/comrades-ultra-marathon-life-changing-featured-image-1920x1280.jpg.webp 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c6a46a67 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-meta has-sm-font-size is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7c582bab wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\">Seodium<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-06-17T14:42:55+01:00\">17 June 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 style=\"line-height:1.3\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1b9903812d98c5f1016654d3b1081206 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-text-light-color has-xl-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/comrades-ultra-marathona-race-that-will-change-your-life\/\" target=\"_self\" >Comrades Ultra Marathon: A Race That Will Change Your Life!<\/a><\/h5>\n\n<div style=\"color:#ffffffc9\" class=\"has-link-color is-style-excerpt-truncate-2 wp-elements-685e1494911e1e971845100df2e422d7 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Article Comrades Ultra Marathon: A Race That Will Change Your Life! Following the incredible success of the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, the Abbott World Marathon Major series looks set to take on a further \u2028expansion in 2026. By Marie Howarth, Head of Running Product, Marathon Tours &amp; Travel UK Introduction Comrades Ultra&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-151 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorised\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-21658a27 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9\" class=\"alignwide wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/tcs-sydney-marathon-presented-by-asics-makes-history-as-seventh-abbott-world-marathon-major\/\" target=\"_self\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"851\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2024-07-11-180057-1280x851.jpg.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS makes history as seventh Abbott World Marathon Major\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/851;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2024-07-11-180057-1280x851.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2024-07-11-180057-1024x681.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2024-07-11-180057-768x511.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2024-07-11-180057.jpg.webp 1421w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c6a46a67 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-meta has-sm-font-size is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7c582bab wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\">admin<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2025-12-17T11:32:55+00:00\">17 December 2025<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 style=\"line-height:1.3\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1b9903812d98c5f1016654d3b1081206 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-text-light-color has-xl-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/tcs-sydney-marathon-presented-by-asics-makes-history-as-seventh-abbott-world-marathon-major\/\" target=\"_self\" >TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS makes history as seventh Abbott World Marathon Major<\/a><\/h5>\n\n<div style=\"color:#ffffffc9\" class=\"has-link-color is-style-excerpt-truncate-2 wp-elements-685e1494911e1e971845100df2e422d7 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Proident officia irure duis pariatur veniam exercitation adipisicing. Non ipsum exercitaton.Olivia Rhye \u2014 20 Jan 2025 <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-133 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorised\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-21658a27 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9\" class=\"alignwide wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/test-post\/\" target=\"_self\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Race-Start-4.jpg.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"Template &#8211; Standard Article\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 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wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\">admin<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2025-12-17T11:27:29+00:00\">17 December 2025<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 style=\"line-height:1.3\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1b9903812d98c5f1016654d3b1081206 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-text-light-color has-xl-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/test-post\/\" target=\"_self\" >Template &#8211; Standard Article<\/a><\/h5>\n\n<div style=\"color:#ffffffc9\" class=\"has-link-color is-style-excerpt-truncate-2 wp-elements-685e1494911e1e971845100df2e422d7 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Article Sanlam Cape Town Marathon becoming an Abbott World Marathon Major \u2013 what you need to know Following the incredible success of the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, the Abbott World Marathon Major series looks set to take on a further 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wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d193ed8f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-16f5a237 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"is-style-eyebrow-brand wp-block-paragraph\">Package 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-display-sm-font-size wp-elements-1b62f611da22286fbbdbcb25ec2b2497 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.3\">Itinerary<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;flex-basis:75%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8ef11449 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"itinerary js-itinerary alignwide wp-block-dsg-itinerary is-layout-flow wp-container-dsg-itinerary-is-layout-5ead6fec wp-block-dsg-itinerary-is-layout-flow\" id=\"dsg-block-id-6\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary__items js-itinerary__items\">\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-1\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-f870e79f14d416800c8da878e0a33ce5 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 1<\/mark> : Thursday 11 June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Durban is the place to stay leading up to the Comrades Marathon 2026! Home of the Expo and where you can experience the pre-race excitement as throngs of runners fill the city each year and bring the gees (vibe). Add to this quality accommodation with exhilarating sea views and an itinerary with activities, guidance and support and you will not regret your decision to book with us, the official Comrades Marathon Tour Operator. Our team will be available every day to offer a wealth of advice and experience to ensure your trip is successful and stress-free. For this package your entire stay will be in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Arrival &amp; Shake Out Run<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On arrival at <a href=\"https:\/\/kingshakainternational.co.za\/\">Durban King Shaka Airport (DUR)<\/a> you will be met and transferred to your hotel, Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban, which is approximately a 45-minute drive. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in to after 2:00pm. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings. Our hotel has a beautiful swimming pool, bar, restaurants and areas to relax and enjoy the sea views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later today we invite you to join your Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team in the hotel lobby before leaving for an optional shake-out run. It will acquaint you with the local area and shake-out any travel tiredness. The run will be easy and at a pace comfortable for all fitness levels. A perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know fellow runners. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Massages or Compression Boots will be available today to pre book (at additional cost).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overnight at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-2\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-3ba54459720b006dc82c1c147e98a3d5 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 2<\/mark> : Friday 12 June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Private MTT Comrades Course Tour, Expo, Welcome Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional: extra cost. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Private MTT Comrades Course Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After breakfast, please join us at 7.30am for our private Comrades Course Tour. The coach tour will include stops at Comrades House Museum in Pietermaritzburg, the Wall of Honour and Arthurs Seat and gives runners valuable race insight and allows you the opportunity to preview the route whilst sitting in the comfort of our luxury coach. The tour will finish at the Comrades Marathon Expo so you can pick up your race kits. Lunch can be purchased at the Expo, after which we invite you to shop and enjoy the vibe before making your way back to your hotel (approx. a 20-minute walk).<br>If you prefer, you can spend the day in Durban instead and at your leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Massages or Compression Boots will be available today to pre book (at additional cost).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This evening at 5:30pm for 6pm please join us for our Welcome Dinner that will take place at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by. Our expert team will guide you through the weekend\u2019s itinerary, answer any questions you may have and allow you to meet your fellow runners whilst enjoying a delicious buffet dinner. Please note that the dinner venue is not certified Halaal. However, all meats are purchased from a Halaal butcher and pork separation is practiced in the kitchens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overnight at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-3\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-8acbc9dcc5526d8add6792e75f22c842 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 3<\/mark> : Saturday 13 June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Park Run, Durban Half Day City Tour, Pre-race Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This morning we recommend you get up and join the North Beach Park Run. It\u2019s a free organised community run which starts approximately 1 km from our hotel and navigates a scenic, flat 5km loop along the beachfront. The atmosphere is amazing. If you don\u2019t want to run just walk across the road to the beachfront and join in or watch the throngs of runners as they sing, dance, run past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional: Extra cost. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Durban Half Day City Sightseeing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After breakfast, depart the hotel at 09:00am for a half-day sightseeing tour of Durban and the beachfront area. Our experienced local guide will show you the must see places with stops expected to include the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium, built for the FIFA World Cup in 2010, the tranquil Durban Botanic Gardens and the bustling Victoria Street Market, known for its fragrant spices and souvenirs. You can expect to hear of the local history, culture and people and experience panoramic city views. Stop for some photo opportunities as we drive by the harbour, beachfront and the many historical buildings of the city of Durban. The tour is designed to allow for a full experience of Durban, in comfort, without much walking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Massages or Compression Boots will be available today to pre book (at additional cost).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tonight, we will gather for the pre-race dinner at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overnight at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-4\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-9287be8e558139265db3cfb494f90b67 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 4<\/mark> : Sunday 14 June 2026 &#8211; Race Day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The day you have been training for is finally here! Grab &amp; Go Breakfast will be available. Our private transport will shuttle runners to the starting area in Durban. This a 10 minute journey with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without travel stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Runners SKA FELA MOYA \u2013 DON\u2019T GIVE UP!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional: Extra cost. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Runners Support or Supporters Option<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We understand as a runner you may want some personal items along the route and that family and friends that are not running want to also share the excitement. We can offer you both the runner and supporters options. Space is limited, More details here.<br>The Comrades Marathon finishes in Pietermaritzburg. After finishing the race, meet Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team at the designated location (TBD), we will look after you until you leave. Your transfer back to Durban will take approximately 2 hours, take this time to rest and hydrate. Durban is approx. 48 miles (77km) distance from the finish at Scottsville Racecourse. We understand how tired you will feel after a long time on your feet, meals can be purchased at one of the restaurants or take the opportunity to order room service! Relax, you deserve it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overnight at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Breakfast is included)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-5\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-489730a7c04d3034daf13c536749da5b wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 5<\/mark> : Monday 15 June 2026 &#8211; Celebrations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and morning at your leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optional: Extra cost. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Bruce Fordyce After Party<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today you have the option, at additional cost to celebrate at a restaurant on the beachfront from 12:00pm. Bruce Fordyce, 9 times winner and Comrades Legend will host the party which can continue until late afternoon. You can expect music, live entertainment (Bruce has some fabulous stories and is a great host), a spectacular buffet lunch, sunshine, sea views and a chance to share your Comrades experience or is that war stories! The buffet meal includes your choice of a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Any further drinks can be purchased. It\u2019s always a lot of fun and if you\u2019re lucky you may just have the current or other past Comrades winner(s) pop by. A great after party to finish off our Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Comrades Marathon 2026 trip.<br>For those who don\u2019t want to book the Bruce Fordyce After Party you can make plans via the MTT trip WhatsApp group to meet up and celebrate together at a venue of your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Massages or Compression Boots will be available today to pre book (at additional cost).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overnight at Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel in Durban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Breakfast and lunch\/party is included)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"itinerary-item js-itinerary-item alignfull wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item is-layout-flow wp-block-dsg-itinerary-item-is-layout-flow\" id=\"itinerary-item-6\">\n    <div class=\"itinerary-item__wrapper js-itinerary-item__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"itinerary-item__content js-itinerary-item__content\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7b628a4d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color has-lg-font-size wp-elements-7b2c4bf22f52f65e0ca5e88fc8566215 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-500-color\">Day 6<\/mark> : Tuesday 16 June 2026 &#8211; Departure Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8d39b2df wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today is departure day. Unless you have booked extra nights or an extension trip with us please check out of your room before 11:00am. Vehicles to the safari extensions will leave approx 9:30am.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your airport transfer (approx. a 45-minute drive) to Durban King Shaka Airport is included. Departure times will be shared on-site and will coincide with your given flight arrangements. Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed your Comrades Experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Breakfast included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Itinerary subject to change.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa 14th June 2026 4.8 (487 Reviews) 5 Nights Take on the legendary 2026 Comrades Marathon with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel, the Official International Tour Operator. 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We can supply Comrades Race entry as an extra cost to the package to anyone residing outside South Africa.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696875236","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696875236","name":"Can children join our tours?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Children will love the sun, sea and South African experience. Families with children are welcome, however small children might find the tours and race day itself a little restricting and tiring and we would want the runners to arrive at the start line as relaxed as possible. Thanda Safari extension is not permitted for children 6 years and younger. Babanango Safari extensions are not permitted for children 7 years and younger. Families with children aged 8 years and above would perhaps benefit the most from our Durban only package, please <a href=\"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/contact-us\/\" id=\"193\">contact us<\/a> for availability of rooms and more details.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696937697","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696937697","name":"What category of rooms do we offer?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"In Durban you can choose standard or superior rooms. 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Our clients can sleep onboard if they wish and stay with the coach, in the warm, with toilet facilities until they need to join the race!","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696981398","position":6,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781696981398","name":"Are the airport transfers organised to suit specific arrival and destination times of our flights?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, once we have your flight details we will be able to schedule airport transfers according to those times. If there are many guests on the same flights this may mean sharing a transfer with others, though the times will be made to suit your travel plans.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697037894","position":7,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697037894","name":"Will breakfast be available on race day?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, a grab &amp; go style breakfast will be available on race day for Comrades runners or any supporters who intend to leave the hotel early. Times will be confirmed on the final instructions.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697684558","position":8,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697684558","name":"What will the massages cost?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"2026 rates are not available yet but for 2025 the costs were;<br>ZAR 600 for 60 minutes massage<br>ZAR 400 for 30 minutes compression boots<br>Bookable and payable directly (cash) \u2013 details and appointments will be sent with final instructions.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697706371","position":9,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697706371","name":"How do I get to the Expo to collect my race number?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The Comrades Route tour will drop you off at the Expo in Durban on Friday. 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It gives runners who have not seen the route before some valuable race insight, but this is personal choice and by no means obligatory. The tour is expected to finish early afternoon and will be guided by an experienced Comrades finisher and experienced coach.<br><br>The tour will finish at the Comrades Marathon Expo so you can pick up your race kits. Lunch can be purchased at the Expo, after which we invite you to shop and enjoy the vibe before making your way back to your hotel (approx. a 20-minute walk).","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697790479","position":11,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697790479","name":"What can I expect on race day as a runner?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Breakfast will be available early \u2013 expect a Grab &amp; Go Breakfast with all the key elements you would expect for fuelling before an ultra marathon. However, if you have any essential foods please either bring them with you or notify us before the trip and we will do our best to arrange this with the hotel.<br>Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Durban. This is a 10 minute journey usually with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.<br><br>The Comrades Marathon finishes in Pietermaritzburg. After finishing the race, meet Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team at the designated location in the finish area (TBD). We will look after you in the sheltered International Hospitality tent until you wish to leave. Your transfer back to Durban will take approximately 2 hours, take this time to rest and hydrate. Durban is approx. 48 miles (77km) distance from the finish at Scottsville Racecourse. We understand how tired you will feel after a long time on your feet, meals can be purchased at one of the restaurants or take the opportunity to order room service! Relax, you deserve it.<br>We understand as a runner you may want some personal items along the route and that family and friends that are not running want to also share the excitement. We can offer you both the runner and supporters options. Space is limited, More details here.<br><br>To feel and see the MTT Up Run race experience with MTT we strongly recommend watching this video from Kieran Alger who ran the 2024 Up Run with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697831216","position":12,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697831216","name":"Are supporters looked after and included in the activities?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"We welcome supporters on our trips, they are included in all the activities, except the run itself and race day transfers. Family\/friends make the experience so much more personal for you as the runner and they get to enjoy the sunshine and of course the experience of seeing you accomplish your dream will forever be a memory to cherish.<br><br>On race day we can offer a full day supporter option. Space is limited, This service takes MTT supporters to spectate on the route, there is an additional cost. More details here. Alternatively, non-runners can choose to either stay in Durban on Sunday at their own leisure or meet runners back at the hotel when they return. No MTT staff will be in Durban during race day, they will be in Pietermaritzburg and return after the race has completely finished.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697863768","position":13,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697863768","name":"How do I receive confirmation of entry?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Runners who purchase entry from MTT will receive a registration link. This will be sent, with instructions when Comrades Marathon are ready. During the registration process you will create an account and it\u2019s to this account that you will need to submit your proof of qualifying time and race before the deadline. After you have registered on the Comrades system you will receive a confirmation of registration and subsequent email updates. Your name will also then show on the 2026 entry list.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697874812","position":14,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697874812","name":"Can supporters wait at the finish and see runners finish?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, unless they booked the MTT supporter option.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697876442","position":15,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697876442","name":"What can I expect after I have finished?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"All international runners will be given a wristband and an international tog bag sticker with their race number. The wristband must be worn on race day because it allows access to the International area at the finish. The international tog-bag retrieval point is also separate from the local runner\u2019s tog-bag collection point, in recent years it was in the international tent. If you have a non runner with you on this trip please request another wristband at the Expo. The International tent at the finish is usually the best spot to see runners and provides seating and refreshments.<br><br>The Comrades Marathon 2026 finishes in Pietermaritzburg. After finishing the race, meet Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team at the designated location (TBD), we will look after MTT runners and those supporters who have booked our supporter day option until you leave. Your transfer back to Durban will take approximately 2 hours, take this time to rest and hydrate. Durban is approx. 48 miles (77km) distance from the finish at Scottsville Racecourse. We understand how tired you will feel after a long time on your feet, meals can be purchased at one of the restaurants or take the opportunity to order room service! Relax, you deserve it.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697950921","position":16,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697950921","name":"Is there a service for runners to leave their personal drinks and kit essentials on the Comrades course?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Comrades refreshment tables are very well stacked with refreshments and foods. However, if you prefer your own goodies and also want to make use of a private clean toilet at 3 points en-route we can offer you the runner race day option. Space is limited. More details here.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697965121","position":17,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781697965121","name":"What can I expect of the after party?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"You can expect food, great sea views, lots of laughs and celebrations with your running peers and companions. It is an additional cost and an option to add to your Comrades trip during the booking process.<br><br>It takes place Monday afternoon at a restaurant a short distance away from our hotel, from 12:00pm. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bruce_Fordyce\">Bruce Fordyce<\/a>, 9 times winner and Comrades Legend will host the party which can continue until late afternoon. You can expect music, live entertainment (Bruce has some fabulous stories and is a great host), a spectacular buffet lunch, sunshine, sea views and a chance to share your Comrades experience or is that war stories! The buffet meal includes your choice of a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Any further drinks can be purchased. It\u2019s always a lot of fun and if you\u2019re lucky you may just have the current or other past Comrades winner(s) pop by. A great after party to finish off our Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Comrades Marathon 2026 trip. This event is not operated by MTT therefore it is subject to change.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698014236","position":18,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698014236","name":"What is included in the pre-race dinner?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"5.30pm on Saturday our pre-race dinner will take place at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by. Our expert team will be available to re-cap on the next day\u2019s schedule and answer any questions you may have whilst you eat a nutritious carbo-loading dinner.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698022826","position":19,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698022826","name":"What is included in the welcome reception?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"5.30pm for 6pm on Friday our Welcome Reception that will take place at the Southern Sun Elangeni &amp; Maharani Hotel or a venue close by. Our expert team will guide you through the weekend\u2019s itinerary, answer any questions you may have and allow you to meet your fellow runners whilst enjoying a delicious buffet dinner. Please note that the dinner venue is not certified Halaal. However, all meats are purchased from a Halaal butcher and pork separation is practiced in the kitchens. Other special dietary requests will be accommodated if they can by Chef, please advise us in advance and we will do our best to arrange.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698049010","position":20,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781698049010","name":"Can you advise on flights?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Flights are not included but clients can be advised as follows.<br><br>Comrades Package Only: Clients should plan to fly in and out of Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).<br>Comrades Package with the Post-Race Safari Extensions\u200b: Clients should plan to fly in and out of Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781702825691","position":21,"url":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/comrades-marathon\/#faq-question-1781702825691","name":"What can I expect from the sightseeing tour?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"After breakfast, depart the hotel at 09:00am for a half-day sightseeing tour of Durban and the beachfront area. Our experienced local guide will show you the must-see places with stops expected to include the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium, built for the FIFA World Cup in 2010, the tranquil Durban Botanic Gardens and the bustling Victoria Street Market, known for its fragrant spices and souvenirs. You can expect to hear of the local history, culture and people and experience panoramic city views. Stop for some photo opportunities as we drive by the harbour, beachfront and the many historical buildings of the city of Durban. The tour is designed to allow for a full experience of Durban, in comfort, without much walking!","inLanguage":"en-GB"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/1702","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/events"}],"version-history":[{"count":52,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/1702\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2272,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/1702\/revisions\/2272"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1703"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1702"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"event-distance","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event-distance?post=1702"},{"taxonomy":"event-location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event-location?post=1702"},{"taxonomy":"event-type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/population.marathontours.com\/en-gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event-type?post=1702"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}