
The GOAT
126km
This is one of the most epic ultra-marathon mountain races on the calendar. You will need to have a lot of experience and training behind you to complete this race. If you are thinking of entering The GOAT then you will need to have a running CV and submit this with your registration form.
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Distance: 128km
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Elevation Change: 13,200m
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Elevation Gain: 6,120m
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Elevation Loss: 7,080m
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Difficulty: Extreme 10/10
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Summit Zimbabwe’s highest mountain, Mt Nyangani (2,593m)
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Run below and above Africa’s 2nd highest waterfall, The Mutarazi Falls (762m) and cross the SkyWalk suspension bridge
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1600m descent in final 20 km’s to the finish
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100% Single Track on the Turaco Trail, through protected wilderness in Nyanga National Park
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Cut-Off Times:
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Start - Far and Wide 12:00 Friday 12 December
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Far and Wide (32km): 9 hours (21:00)
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Golden Pools 1 (56km): 16 hours (04:00)
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Golden Pools 2 (96km): 27 hours (15:00)
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Spice Gardens (124km): 36 hours (00:00)
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Route Description
The race begins Friday at 12:00 PM from the Far and Wide Mountain Centre. Before you set off, ensure you have all the compulsory gear, as it will be checked. You will spend the night unsupported in the mountains, so self-sufficiency is crucial.
Stage 1: The Mutarazi Challenge
The course starts with a gentle descent along the Honde Valley escarpment, leading to the Mutarazi Falls SkyWalk—Africa’s second-highest waterfall. Strap into your harness and cross the SkyWalk, taking in the breathtaking views before continuing an epic traverse along the escarpment to Ringing Rock. Don’t forget to ring the rock as you pass!
From here, descend into the Honde Valley, passing beneath Mutaroro and Mutarazi Falls—some of the most spectacular indigenous forests you’ll ever see. But the real challenge begins now: an extremely tough 7 km ascent, climbing 1,000 meters. The final 2 km alone demand a 600 m gain, pushing you to your limits.
Reaching the Far and Wide Mountain Centre marks Checkpoint 1 (32 km)—a chance to refuel with a hot meal. However, the cut-off time is 9 hours (21:00), so pace yourself wisely.
Stage 2: Into the Pungwe Gorge
Leaving the checkpoint, you descend into the Buwu Valley, before tackling a 2.5 km climb (300 m gain) up Chikorokoto. Once at the top, turn right and follow the ridgeline before descending into the stunning Pungwe Gorge.
At the bottom of the gorge, you’ll navigate upstream through lush forests until reaching the confluence, where a mandatory gear check awaits before you cross the mighty Pungwe River.
Next comes another brutal climb—3.5 km, gaining 750 meters. Just when you think you’ve reached Golden Pools, a few more rolling ascents await before you finally hit the breathtaking Nyazengu Ridge.
At Golden Pools (56 km), you’ll find a major aid station, packed with nutrition and enthusiastic supporters. Take advantage of this stop, as the cut-off time is 16 hours (04:00).
Stage 3: Up the Pungwe & Beyond
Now, the route heads toward Mt Nyangani, but before the ascent, you’ll veer right, descending back into the Pungwe Gorge. From here, you’ll run along the river, soaking in the views of this untamed wilderness.
The next major challenge is a 2.5 km climb (350 m gain) out of the gorge, ascending above Pungwe Falls. After crossing the Pungwe River above the falls, the course continues along the Pungwe grasslands, tracking the Pungwe and Mutenderera Rivers until reaching Golden Pools for the second time (96 km). The cut-off time here is 27 hours (15:00).
Stage 4: The Final Push
With 32 km to go, the final leg begins with a small descent past Golden Pools, revealing pristine streams and pools. But don’t get too comfortable—you’re about to face the most demanding climb yet.
At the base of Mt Nyangani, take a deep breath—the ascent to the summit is 7 km with an 850 m elevation gain. Once at Checkpoint 9 (The Crags), keep straight (instead of turning toward the summit), following a 5 km ridgeline to Little Nyangani. Though this section offers a slight descent, it is still demanding.
From Little Nyangani, you’ll enter the never-ending forest descent—a grueling downhill stretch that eventually opens into the Muruwi Nutrition Station. Here, you’ll refuel before crossing the Nyawamba River and tackling The Wall, a 240 m climb over just 1.8 km, leading to the summit of Dzunzwa.
The final stretch takes you down one last river, before emerging onto Aberfoyle Golf Course. The last 200 meters will feel endless, but the drums, cheers, and ice-cold beer at the finish line make it all worth it.
Entry Requirements
To qualify, you must have completed any one of the below:
✅ One 100 km ultra trail run (within 36 hours or less)
✅ One SkyRun Zim Ultra (or equivalent) in 14 hours or less
✅ Three ultra trail runs (56 km or more) with at least +3,500 m elevation gain
✅ A planned training program through 2025 to prepare for the GOAT


The EPIC
75km
You will need plenty of experience and training to participate in this race. You will need to submit a running CV with your registration form.
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Distance: 75km
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Elevation Change: 9,100m
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Elevation Gain: 4,000m
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Elevation Loss: 5,000m
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Difficulty: Extreme 8.5/10
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Summit Zimbabwe’s highest mountain, Mt Nyangani (2,593m)
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1600m descent in final 20 km’s to the finish
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100% Single Track on the Turaco Trail, through protected wilderness in Nyanga National Park
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Cut off times
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Golden Pools (40km) 10hrs (14:00) ;
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Finish Line 20 hrs (24:00)
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Route Description
The race begins Saturday at 04:00 AM from the Far and Wide Mountain Centre. Before you set off, ensure you have all the compulsory gear, as it will be checked. You will spend the night unsupported in the mountains, so self-sufficiency is crucial.
Stage 1: Into the Pungwe Gorge.
You begin with descending into the Buwu Valley, before tackling a 2.5 km climb (300 m gain) up Chikorokoto. Once at the top, turn right and follow the ridgeline before descending into the stunning Pungwe Gorge.
At the bottom of the gorge, you’ll navigate upstream through lush forests until reaching the confluence.
Stage 3: Up the Pungwe & Beyond
From the confluence, instead of crossing the Pungwe, you will run along the river, soaking in the views of this untamed wilderness.
The next major challenge is a 2.5 km climb (350 m gain) out of the gorge, ascending above Pungwe Falls. After crossing the Pungwe River above the falls, you will run 1.5km along the Pungwe River and will come to a nutrition station at 26km. The course then continues up along the Pungwe grasslands, tracking the Pungwe and Mutenderera Rivers until Golden Pools is reached at 40km. The cut-off time here is 10 hours (14:00).
Stage 4: The Final Push
With 32 km to go, the final leg begins with a small descent past Golden Pools, revealing pristine streams and pools. But don’t get too comfortable—you’re about to face the most demanding climb yet.
At the base of Mt Nyangani, take a deep breath—the ascent to the summit is 7 km with an 850 m elevation gain. Once at Checkpoint 9 (The Crags), turn left toward the summit.
Conquer Zimbabwe’s highest peak, then continue along the ridgeline for 5 km to Little Nyangani. This section offers a slight descent, but don’t be fooled—it’s still demanding.
From Little Nyangani, you’ll enter the never-ending forest descent—a grueling downhill stretch that eventually opens into the Muruwi Nutrition Station. Here, you’ll refuel before crossing the Nyawamba River and tackling The Wall, a 240 m climb over just 1.8 km, leading to the summit of Dzunzwa.
The final stretch takes you down one last river, before emerging onto Aberfoyle Golf Course. The last 200 meters will feel endless, but the drums, cheers, and ice-cold beer at the finish line make it all worth it.
Entry Requirements
To qualify, you must have completed any one of the below:
✅ One 100 km ultra trail run (within 36 hours or less)
✅ One SkyRun Zim Ultra (or equivalent) in 14 hours or less
✅ Three ultra trail runs (56 km or more) with at least +3,500 m elevation gain
✅ A planned training program through 2025 to prepare for the Epic

The Ultra 56km is an intense test of endurance, taking runners through Zimbabwe’s rugged Eastern Highlands, with over 3,000 meters of elevation gain across steep ascents, deep gorges, and untamed wilderness. From the punishing Pungwe Gorge climb (3.5 km / 750m ascent) to summiting Mt Nyangani (7 km / 850m gain) and battling The Wall (240m over 1.8 km), every section pushes athletes to their limits. With strict cut-offs, technical descents, and a final grueling stretch to the finish, this race is as much a mental battle as a physical one—rewarded by breathtaking landscapes, roaring supporters, and an ice-cold beer at the end.
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Distance: 56km
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Elevation Change: 6,700m
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Elevation Gain: 2,850m
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Elevation Loss: 3,850m
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Difficulty: Extreme 8/10
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Summit Zimbabwe’s highest mountain, Mt Nyangani (2,593m)
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1600m descent in final 20 km’s to the finish
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100% Single Track on the Turaco Trail, through protected wilderness in Nyanga National Park
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Cut off times:
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Golden Pools (23km) 7hrs (11:00) ;
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Spice Garden (54km) 20 hrs (24:00)
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The Ultra
56km

Route Description
The Ultra 56km kicks off from Far and Wide Mountain Centre, deep in Zimbabwe’s Eastern Highlands. This race is a true test of endurance, combining steep climbs, rugged terrain, and breathtaking scenery.
Stage 1: Into the Pungwe Gorge
The adventure begins with a 2.5 km climb, gaining 300 meters—a brutal wake-up call as you tackle your first mountain. Once at the top, turn right and traverse Chikorokoto, before descending into the stunning Pungwe Gorge.
At the bottom of the gorge, you’ll follow the Pungwe River upstream, navigating through dense forests until reaching the confluence, where a mandatory gear check takes place before you cross the mighty Pungwe River.
Then comes the hardest climb of the race—a relentless 3.5 km ascent, gaining 750 meters as you fight your way out of the gorge. Just when you think you’ve made it, the Nyazengu Ridge throws in a few more rolling ascents and descents before finally leading you to Golden Pools (23 km).
Here, you’ll find a nutrition/aid station packed with supporters and fuel for the next stage. The cut-off time at Golden Pools is 7 hours (11:00)—miss it, and you’ll be pulled from the course.
Stage 2: The Nyangani Ascent & Beyond
The second half begins with a gentle descent past Golden Pools, winding through pristine streams and pools before confronting the next major challenge—the climb to Mt Nyangani’s base.
Once there, take a deep breath—from the base to the summit, it’s a 7 km climb, gaining 850 meters. Conquer Zimbabwe’s highest peak, then continue along the ridgeline for 5 km to Little Nyangani. This section offers a slight descent, but don’t be fooled—it’s still demanding.
From Little Nyangani, the trail plunges into a never-ending forest descent. And we mean never-ending. Eventually, you’ll break into open grasslands, where the Muruwi Nutrition Station awaits.
Stage 3: The Final Push
Refuel before tackling The Wall, a 240-meter climb over 1.8 km—a brutal section standing between you and the finish. After summiting Dzunzwa, descend past rivers, waterfalls, and into the Spice Garden.
A final cut-off time awaits at the Spice Garden (20 hours / 00:00), leaving just 2 km to go. The last stretch winds along a final river, before emerging onto the Aberfoyle Golf Course.