Marakele CT Hydraulics MTB Challenge
VENUE: Marakele National Park
PARK: Marakele National Park
DATE: May 23, 2026
COST: Cost and distances: 70 km - R550, 40 km - R475, 20 km - R350, 10 km - R125.
Contact Person: https://marakelemtb2026.myactive.co.za/
Ride With The Big Five
Are you ready to ride where the Big 5 roam? Join the SANParks Honorary Rangers at the Marakele CT Hydraulics MTB Challenge and explore one of South Africa’s most scenic national parks.
Conquer thrilling trails, ride for conservation, and celebrate your finish with a BUFFALO commemorative medal—the 3rd in our exclusive Big 5 series.
ENTER HERE: https://marakelemtb2026.myactive.co.za/https://marakelemtb2026.myactive.co.za/
For accommodation in the park, please email Janine at MarakeleMTB@sanparksvolunteers.org. (For accommodation in Thabazimbi, visit: facebook.com/thabatourism or facebook.com/waterbergtourism)
POP vs COUNTRY – NICO BOOIJSE AND LEROI HEUNIS IN CONCERT.
After a fantastic day at the Marakele CT Hydraulics MTB Challenge, unwind with a soulful sunset concert featuring Country Artist Nico Booijse alongside
Pop Artist Leroi Heunis who will bring POP and COUNTRY music to a single stage. Whether you’re a rider or a local, bring your chair or blanket,
gather your friends and family, and enjoy magical melodies under the vast African sky. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
For enquiries please email: marakelemtb@sanparksvolunteers.org
Saturday, 23 May 2026 at 5:00 PM
Marakele National Park Entrance Gate
Entrance is Free (donations welcomed)
Cost and Notes
Costs are inclusive of conservation fees.
12 km from Thabazimbi/3 hours from Johannesburg
