An accessible mountain adventure through gorges and waterfalls for the whole festival crowd
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The Gxalingenwa Adventure (GXA) is a 14km mountain introduction designed for supporters, crew, volunteers, and anyone wanting to taste the RMB UTD experience. The route climbs the Gxalingenwa Gorge past crystal pools and waterfalls, passes through Ngwenwa Cave, descends flowing singletrack to Stromness, and visits the Giants Cup Cafe aid station before a final climb and descent back to the resort. No cutoff, festive atmosphere, and big mountain views — the perfect way to finish the race weekend.
Suitable for first-timers
Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaApril 25, 2027
RMB UTD Gxalingenwa Adventure is a loop trail race in Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, held on April 25, 2027. The course covers 14 km and climbs 465 m.


| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 1,539 m | — |
Giants Cup Cafe Aid Station | 11.0 | 1,551 m | — |
Finish Finish | 14.2 | 1,539 m | 5h1:30 PM |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
Sign in for race-day weather at every station, points of interest, segment-by-segment analysis, pacing, and to save this race to your calendar.
Camping available at the race village at Premier Resort Sani Pass. A tented village is constructed on the resort grounds with hot-shower ablutions. Each person receives their own 2-person tent with mattress (bring your own bedding); dinner and breakfast included in the camping package. 3-night and 4-night packages available. Hotel rooms also available at Premier Resort Sani Pass for runners who have secured their race entry.
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