Big Five Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- RegistrationOpen when last checked August 14, 2026Check registration
- Race daySaturday, June 19, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Jun 19, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Not confirmed Check back soon
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Race week Link posted when live
Quick facts
- International entry comes bundled with an Albatros travel package.
- Sand and gravel game-reserve roads, with wildlife-focused logistics rather than a city setup.
- June is South African winter, but exposed reserve roads still feel warm in the sun.
- 42.2K and 21.1K are the two distances in Entabeni.
Course
The route uses sand and gravel through the game-reserve environment, with a demanding profile and wildlife-focused logistics rather than a city course.
Race-day weather
June is South African winter, but exposed reserve roads can still feel warm in the sun. Surface changes and hills are the main pacing challenge.
About the Big Five Marathon
The Big Five Marathon is an Albatros Adventure Marathon that pairs a full marathon with a travel package inside the Entabeni reserve landscape.
Past Big Five Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, June 19, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
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Big Five Marathon FAQ
When is the Big Five Marathon?
The 2027 Big Five Marathon is on Saturday, June 19, 2027.
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