The third official VICTORIA FALLS MARATHON will be organised by Safari Par Excellence, Wild Horizons, and Wild Frontiers (Pty) Ltd and National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe, and will take place on 29 August 2010, in Zimbabwe.
*Letter from Minister Education Sport, Art & Culture
THE ROUTE
The race has been measured at 42.2 km, a standard marathon, as well as the 21.km half marathon and a 5Km fun run, all are being run on predominantly tarmac roads.The race route has been measured by an IAAF representative. For specifics on the route please click
HEREThe organisers reserve the right to modify any part of the route as a result of circumstances beyond its’ control.
Water points will be provided along the route at clearly marked areas approx 4km apart. These will provide liquid refreshments, with some offering sponge points.
START VENUE & TIMINGS
Date : 29 August 2010Marathon - 42.2km - 06h30
The race will start opposite KINGDOM HOTEL, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
All runners must wear their running bib, clearly, on the front (not back). You will be provided with ’bank bags’ for your race number for verification at the finish, which will be taken off you as you cross the finish line. Do not fold your race number. Pins will be provided. Cut off time for the race will be 12h30. All finishers will receive a medal and t-shirt.
21.2km - 07h00
The race will start opposite the KINGDOM HOTEL, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
All runners must wear their running bib, clearly, on the front (not back). Do not fold your race number.
Pins will be provided. You will be provided with ’bank bags’ for your race number for verification at
the finish, which will be taken off you as you cross the finish line. Cut off time for the race will be
12h30. All finishers will receive a medal and t-shirt.
5km Fun Run - 07h15
The race will start opposite the KINGDOM HOTEL, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and finish
at the school, running through Chinotimba.
FINISH
The finish of the marathon and half marathon will be at The Victoria Falls Primary Schools field and Stadium. Tog bags will be transported there by 09h00.
TOG BAG AREA
Tog bag area will be provided, if you plan to use this facility allow ample time - note that the tog bags
will be transported to the stadium by 09h00. This will be set up close to the start, in the Kingdom Car
Park.
ENTRY CONDITIONS
Marathon (42.2km)
The competition is open to persons 21 years and over.
Medals will be awarded to all finishers under five and half hours.
Half Marathon (21.1 km)
The competition is open to persons of 18 years and over.
Medals will be awarded to all finishers under three and half hours.
Fun Run (5km)
The competition is open to persons of 10 years and over.
No prizes or medals available.
The marathon is being run under the auspices of the National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe, and this event will be governed by the rules of the IAAF.
Please enquire for entry fees. (You can enquire via the Entry Form below or at reservations@wildfrontiers.com)
ENTRY FEES
Full Marathon - 42.2 km
Entry Fee: Zimbabwe Citizens: $10
Zam/Botswana/Namibia Citizens: $20
Zimbabwe Residents (proof must be provided) $30
All Others: $50
Start: Outside Kingdom Hotel - 06:30
Minimum age: 21 years
Half Marathon - 21.2 km
Entry Fee: Zimbabwe Citizens: $10
Zam/Botswana/Namibia Citizens: $20
Zimbabwe Residents (proof must be provided) $30
All Others: $50
Start: Outside Kingdom Hotel - 07:00
Minimum age: 18 years
Fun Run (approx 5 km)
Entry Fee: All runners: $2
Start: Outside Kingdom Hotel - 07:15
Minimum age: 10 years
Official Marathon Sunset cruise (cruise & transfer) - $29
Official Marathon party international incl transfer without package - $20
Offical Marathon party SA res incl transfer without package - R150
Zambezi Man - $365
PARTICIPANT CATEGORIES
Male and Female only
No specific age categories for 2010.
There is a disabled category .
Final cut-off at 12h30 - both races.
REGISTRATION
Registration will either take place in advance via the
website (complete the online entry form, or
through a package or
local entries. Registration will take place at the KINGDOM HOTEL, Victoria Falls.
Friday 27 August - 10h00 - 16h00
Saturday 28 August - 09h00 - 18h00
All pre-registered entrants MUST STILL COME TO THE KINGDOM HOTEL, REGISTRATION, to collect race numbers, sign official entrance form etc.
* NO ENTRIES ALLOWED ON RACE DAY.
IMPORTANT: you MUST BRING your PASSPORT, or Zimbabweans may bring their ID Document to registration.
Prize giving
Prize giving will follow directly after race closes at 12h30 at Victoria Falls Primary School.
Marathon route drive on Saturday 28 August 2010
Runners that want to view the route can do so on Saturday, 28 August 2010 at 14h00.
This service will be operating from the Kingdom Hotel at the cost of USD5 pp.
Official Marathon Sunset Cruise & Marathon After Party:
Come join us on Sunday, 29 August on the official marathon sunset cruise and after party. (Cost at own expense - e-mail for further details: reservations@wildfrontiers.com)
SECONDING
No mobile seconding of any description will be allowed on the route. Runners are allowed seconding within a distance of 100m either side of the official refreshment stations ONLY.
Aid stations will be withdrawn from the route after a relative time calculated on the cut-off.
Medic personnel will be at the finish stadium and roaming the route.
RULES
The race is being run under the rules of IAAF and NAAZ.
All traffic officials must be obeyed.
The organisers reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
The entry fee is non refundable
No advertising or branding on athletes will be allowed, other than the official race bib, and athletes may run in their official club colours.
INDEMNITY
I agree not to hold the race organisers as above, any sponsors, or any persons assisting in the organisation of the three races, liable for any injury or illness, which I may suffer directly or indirectly as a result of participating in the race, or for any damage to my property or loss of my property, which I may suffer directly or indirectly as a result of participating in the race. I confirm that this agreement is entered into for the benefit of the Victoria Falls Marathon and its organisers, the sponsors and persons assisting in the organisation of these races.
PRIZE MONEY
Full Marathon
Male and Female | Half Marathon
Male and Female |
To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
To enter contact:
Safari Par Excellence - Zimbabwe
E-mail:
vanessa@safpar.com /
ziminfo@safpar.comWeb:
www.safpar.com Tel/Fax: + 263 13 44726
PO Box CT20, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
