The Comrades Marathon is the most famous Ultra Marathon of them all - a notoriously tough 90km, through the stunning Drakensburg Mountains of KwaZulu Natal. The event is steeped in hisotry which dates back to its first running in 1921. The race alternatives between 'Up' years and 'Down' depending on whether it starts in Durban on the coast and runs up to Pietermarizburg or runs down to Durban from Pietermaritzburg. Don't be decived by those simple desriptions there are five major hills on the co…
The Comrades Marathon is the most famous Ultra Marathon of them all - a notoriously tough 90km, through the stunning Drakensburg Mountains of KwaZulu Natal. The event is steeped in hisotry which dates back to its first running in 1921. The race alternatives between 'Up' years and 'Down' depending on whether it starts in Durban on the coast and runs up to Pietermarizburg or runs down to Durban from Pietermaritzburg. Don't be decived by those simple desriptions there are five major hills on the course and there is plenty of climbing and descending whichever direction the route follows. Â Despite the distance, the hills and a strict 12-hour cut off, the race usually attracts over 20,000 entries, which dwarfs any other ultra-distance event. Â Â
The 2018 edition is an 'Down' run so the start is in Durban with the finish in Pietermaritzburg. Our tour options are based in Durban with the night after the race in Pietermarizburg so that you are very close to the start on race day and have no long journeys afterwards.  Your luggage will be transferred to your hotel in Pietermaritzburg while you run the race so you just need to check in to your hotel room to relax and recover after the run. The hotel is 2.5km from the finish line and out pacakge includes a shuttle bus between the finish and your hotel.
We have limited guaranteed race entry for those booking on our 4-star hotel package.
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King Shaka International Airport is 30kms away.
SOUTHERN SUN PIETERMARITZBURG****
Situated in Pietermaritzburg, overlooking the Scottsville Racecourse (Comrades Marathon Race Finish) ithis hotel is perfect located for weary runners to stay after the race. Â The hotel also offers 18 hour room service, complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming and numerous restaurants. The comfortable air-conditioned rooms all feature tea-and-coffee making facilities and ensuite bathrooms with bath and shower. Â As part of its rich heritage and unique appeal, Southern Sun Pietermaritzburg also offers excellent gaming facilities at the hotels Golden Horse Casino.
King Shaka International Airport is 100kms away.
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OPTION 1: 4 NIGHT PACKAGE
Thu 7 June: Arrive in Durban on your own booked flight. On arrival at Durban Airport you will be met by our local agent and transferred to your hotel, the 4-star Southern Sun Elengeni Maharani Hotel, located on the beach and 20mins walk from the race expo and start area. .
Fri 8 June: Relaxation time and register at the Expo in Durban. Optional tour of the course from the Expo.
Sat 9 June: Relaxation time this morning then at midday transfer to your hotel in Pietermaritzburg. Only an overnight bag is permitted - your main luggage will be stored at the hotel in Durban for your return.
Sun 10 June: Check out and put your over night luggage on the private bus to be taken to your hotel in Durban. Shuttle bus to the start line. Good luck. Once finished meet at a designated spot for the shuttle to your overnight hotel in Durban.
Mon11 June: Relax in Durban in the morning and recover from the race. The transfer to Durban Airport is today so you should book your return flights with this in mind or book an additional night in Durban.Â
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OPTION 2: 5-NIGHTS
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Wed 6 June: Arrive in Durban on your own booked flight. On arrival at Durban Airport you will be met by our local agent and transferred to your hotel, the 4-star Southern Sun Elengeni Maharani Hotel, located on the beach and 20mins walk from the race expo and start area.
Thur 7 June: Time to relax and recover from the journey.
Fri 8 June: Relaxation time and register at the Expo in Durban. Optional tour of the course from the Expo.
Sat 9 June: Relaxation time this morning then at midday transfer to your hotel in Pietermaritzburg. Only an overnight bag is permitted - your main luggage will be stored at the hotel in Durban for your return.
Sun 10 June: Check out and put your over night luggage on the private bus to be taken to your hotel in Durban. Shuttle bus to the start line. Good luck. Once finished meet at a designated spot for the shuttle to your overnight hotel in Durban.
Mon11 June: Relax in Durban in the morning and recover from the race. The transfer to Durban Airport is today so you should book your return flights with this in mind or book an additional night in Durban.Â
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| PRICES PER PERSON | TWIN ROOM | SINGLE ROOM |
| OPTION 1: 4-NIGHTS |  £599 |  £949 |
| OPTION 2: 5-NIGHTS |  £699 |  £1199 |
| RACE ENTRY FEE |  £195 |  |
| TIMING CHIP |  £9 |  |
 Optional Tour of the Course Friday 2 June £30
A non-refundable deposit per person is required to secure this tour:
(Own place runners deposit is the same as the non-runner/supporter deposit).
Included in the package prices:
Not included:
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