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2027 SANLAM CAPE TOWN MARATHON
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2027 Packages and Guaranteed Entries
Secure Your Place at Africa’s First Abbott World Marathon Major
The 2027 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon will make history as the first Abbott World Marathon Major on African soil.
Officially confirmed as the eighth Abbott World Marathon Major, Cape Town joins Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago and New York City in the world’s most prestigious marathon series.
With the first official Major edition taking place on 23 May 2027, this is a landmark moment for marathon running and an extraordinary opportunity to experience one of the world’s most spectacular marathon destinations.
For marathon runners around the world, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of history.
WHY CAPE TOWN
The Cape Town Marathon is unlike any other marathon on earth.
Imagine running beneath the iconic Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Feel the energy of local communities lining the streets. Follow the spectacular Atlantic coastline as waves crash beside you and experience the warmth, colour and spirit that make South Africa one of the world’s most unforgettable destinations.
This is more than a race.
It is an adventure.
It is a cultural experience.
It is a journey through one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
This is More Than A Marathon
It is a Defining Moment
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY
Demand for Cape Town Marathon 2027 is expected to be extremely high as runners from around the world look to secure their place at Africa’s first Abbott World Marathon Major.
Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of marathon history!
WHO ITS FOR
Runners of every ability — first-timers, PB chasers and Six Star hunters. Partners, family and supporters who want a genuinely great week in a genuinely great city. Running clubs, charity teams and corporate groups; talk to us about group arrangements.
If Cape Town is your first international marathon or your first time travelling solo, you’re exactly who we built this for. You’ll never be on your own unless you want to be.
Our Commitment to Quality
Race entries, accommodation, dinners, events, tours, uniforms and training tips are all a part of the packages we provide. Adventure Time Travel is dedicated to excellence in every facet of your journey, so we have carefully selected our suppliers, hotels, private tours, and tour guides to guarantee quality.
Adventure Time Travel handle all the details within the packages so all you have to do is “focus on your run”, and what a run it will be through the streets of Cape Town cheered on by thousands of enthusiastic spectators along the way!
Supporter Packages
The Cape Town Marathon experience isn’t just for runners. We know that behind every runner is a supporter, partner, family member or friend who has helped make the journey possible. That’s why we offer dedicated supporter packages so everyone can enjoy the magic of South Africa together. From exploring Cape Town’s iconic attractions to celebrating at the finish line, our supporter packages are designed to create unforgettable memories both on and off the course.
Thank you to all the supporters who encourage, motivate and inspire our runners every step of the way.
Children Supporter Packages
Children are welcome to join on our marathon tours.
Children may share their parents’ accommodation and existing bedding where permitted by the hotel. Please note that hotel policies regarding child occupancy, cots, existing bedding and additional bedding vary by property, and any applicable hotel charges will be advised at the time of booking.
If your child is travelling with you but is not participating in the Adventure Time Travel hosted package, no Adventure Time Travel Child Supporter Package is required.
However, if your child would like to participate in our hosted tour experience, including official activities, sightseeing, meals, private coach transport and other package inclusions, a Child Supporter Package will apply:
- 6-Day/ 5-Night: $1,500
- 4-Day/ 3-Night: $1,300
Please contact our team to discuss your family’s requirements, and we’ll be happy to provide a personalised quotation.
Packages & Pricing
Inclusions
- Guaranteed entry into the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon (runners only)
- All logistics handled by the Adventure Time Travel team, from registration to race day support
- Guided marathon Course and City Tour (includes Table Mountain)
- Pre-race runs, race briefing, and expo escort
- Race-day transport and support zone for runners and supporters
- 5-night stay at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge , in the heart of the city and situated on the edge of Cape Town’s famous waterfront precinct (Check-In: 19-May | Check-Out: 24-May)
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Welcome night at GOLD Restaurant! There’ll be drumming, dinner, and live African entertainment (Wednesday – inclusive of food, drinks at own expense) exclusive to ATT clients
- Post marathon Celebration Event (Sunday – inclusive of food and drinks) exclusive to ATT clients
- Exclusive Adventure Time Travel uniform (personalised for runners)
- Team photo shoot – group and individual photo opportunities available exclusive to ATT clients
- Dedicated ATT Cheer Zone for family and friends
- Optional extra activities (tba) exclusive to ATT clients
- Friendly team on hand throughout your journey, from start to finish
- Live interactive sessions with “running” health professionals leading up to race day to equip you with knowledge for your marathon journey exclusive to ATT clients
- Marathon focused information sessions hosted by Anna Liptak exclusive to ATT clients in the months leading up to the marathon
- Monthly newsletters and email blasts from ATT regarding training and preparations in lead up to marathon
- Access to a closed ATT Facebook and WhatsApp groups to share information
Exclusions
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Pre & Post package accommodation
- Arrival and departure airport/hotel transfers
- Optional touring and dining
Accommodation Options
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001
Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of South Africa at Protea Hotel Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge. Housed in a historic 19th-century building, our Cape Town hotel boasts an unbeatable location in the heart of the city, with views of the majestic V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain. All of our spacious, well-designed accommodations offer thoughtful amenities like free Wi-Fi, deluxe bedding, a flat-screen TV, room service, and a mini-fridge. Some rooms feature sensational views of the V&A Waterfront.
Guest Room Single (Single occupancy prixing is for guests travelling alone)
Room Info$5850 /pp
(Runner)
$5065 /pp
(Supporter)
Guest Room Double (Based on two people travelling together and sharing a room (Runner + Supporter or Two Runners)
Room Info$4890 /pp
(Runner)
$4105 /pp
(Supporter)
2 Bedroom Guest Room (Based on two people sharing a room) (e.g. Runner + Supporter or two Runners)
Room Info$4995 /pp
(Runner)
$4210 /pp
(Supporter)
Standard Studio (Single occupancy pricing is for guests travelling alone)
Room Info$5600 /pp
(Runner)
$4815 /pp
(Supporter)
Inclusions
- Guaranteed entry into the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
- All logistics handled by the Adventure Time Travel team, from registration to race day support
- Pre-race runs and race briefing
- Race-day transport and support zone for runners and supporters
- 3-night stay at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge, in the heart of the city and situated on the edge of Cape Town’s famous waterfront precinct (Check-In: 21-May | Check-Out: 24-May)
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Post marathon Celebration Event (Sunday – inclusive of food and drinks) exclusive to ATT clients
- Exclusive Adventure Time Travel uniform (personalised for runners)
- Team photo shoot – group and individual photo opportunities available exclusive to ATT clients
- Dedicated ATT Cheer Zone for family and friends
- Optional extra activities (tba) exclusive to ATT clients
- Friendly team on hand throughout your journey, from start to finish Live interactive sessions with “running” health professionals leading up to race day to equip you with knowledge for your marathon journey exclusive to ATT clients
- Marathon focused information sessions hosted by Anna Liptak exclusive to ATT clients in the months leading up to the marathon
- Monthly newsletters and email blasts from ATT regarding training and preparations in lead up to marathon
- Access to a closed ATT Facebook and WhatsApp groups to share information
Exclusions
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Pre & Post package accommodation
- Arrival and departure airport/hotel transfers
- Optional touring and dining
Accommodation Options
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001
Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of South Africa at Protea Hotel Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge. Housed in a historic 19th-century building, our Cape Town hotel boasts an unbeatable location in the heart of the city, with views of the majestic V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain. All of our spacious, well-designed accommodations offer thoughtful amenities like free Wi-Fi, deluxe bedding, a flat-screen TV, room service, and a mini-fridge. Some rooms feature sensational views of the V&A Waterfront.
Guest Room Single (Single occupancy pricing is for guests travelling alone)
Room Info$4875 /pp
(Runner)
$4090 /pp
(Supporter)
Guest Room Double (Based on two people travelling together and sharing a room (Runner + Supporter or Two Runners)
Room Info$4330 /pp
(Runner)
$3545 /pp
(Supporter)
2 Bedroom Guest Room (Based on two people sharing a room) (e.g. Runner + Supporter or two Runners)
Room Info$4390 /pp
(Runner)
$3605 /pp
(Supporter)
Standard Studio (Single occupancy pricing is for guests travelling alone)
Room Info$4845 /pp
(Runner)
$4060 /pp
(Supporter)
Please Note – all prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD) per person. Prices are based on current exchange rates and may vary due to currency fluctuations. Additional accommodation before or after the package is available upon request.
See below for optional South African Safari Extension package. Marathon entries must be purchased as part of an official travel package that includes accommodation.
Deposit & Payment Structure
Deposit (Runner)
$2000 (per runner)
Final payment due
Fri, 23/10/2026
Race Information
Entry Fees
All entry fees are included in the cost of your Marathon package.
Qualifying Times
There are no qualifying times for this event, but you MUST be at least 18 years old to compete.
Start Time
The Marathon Batches A-N from 06h17 onwards.
Elite wheelchairs — 06h10
Elite field — 06h15
Cut-Off Times
There is a 6 hour 30 minute cut-off for this event, starting from when you cross the starting mat. You can check out all the cut-off times here.
Pace Setters
Pace setters will be positioned in all 4 starting waves. They will carry a pacer flag with the respective target times.
Wave 4: 4:15, 4:30, and 5:00 hours
Wave 1: 3:00, 3:15, and 3:30 hours
Wave 2: 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, and 3:45 hours
Wave 3: 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, and 4:15 hours
Race Timing
The 42.2km Marathon is timed using two systems:
- Gun to mat for elites
- Mat to mat for all other events (net time)
The Trail runs and 10km & 5km Peace Runs are timed on a mat-to-mat basis.
Race Packets
Electronic registration confirmations will be mailed to participants at the start of September, regardless of when the registration form was received.
Each participant will need to take the confirmation card along with a passport or photo ID to pick up their race bib, clothing bag, and other goodies from the Expo.
All race bibs must be personally collected; it is not possible for a third party to collect them on the participant’s behalf.
Please note: Race numbers not picked up during the Expo opening hours will expire without refund. There will be no other opportunity to collect them.
Bag Drop-Off Option
There are several tents where you can drop off your clothing bag in the start and finish area. Please follow the signs and arrive at least one hour before the start.
You will receive a transparent clothing bag and a sticker with your start number for the bag.
All objects must be packed separately and loosely. You may not put other bags in your clothing bag.
Any kind of luggage is prohibited within the start/finish area!
You drop off your clothing bag at the indicated tent and retrieve it there after you finish.
Course Information
FAQs
Securing your 2027 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Guaranteed Entry 2027 is simple. Register your interest via our website and our team will guide you through the available package options, accommodation choices and deposit process. Once confirmed, your entry is secured — no ballot required.
Yes. All Adventure Time Travel Sanlam Cape Town Marathon packages include guaranteed marathon entry as part of your booking, along with premium accommodation and dedicated support throughout race week.
Absolutely. We offer supporter packages so family and friends can travel with you, stay in the same hotel and experience race weekend together.
We offer a carefully selected premium hotel in central Cape Town, with single and double room options available. Accommodation is chosen for comfort, convenience and easy access to race events. Group bookings and tailored room configurations can also be arranged.
Adventure Time Travel specialises in premium marathon travel experiences. We remove the stress of logistics, provide guaranteed entry and deliver personalised support from enquiry through to race day — so you can focus on your training and enjoy the experience.
Optional Safari Add-on Tour
FIVE-STAR SAFARI EXPERIENCE: 25 – 29 May 2027 | 5 Days / 4 Nights
Inclusions
- Adventure Time Travel has secured a limited number of rooms at two beautiful properties within Welgevonden Game Reserve. Both are stunning properties offering a wonderful setting for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- The scheduled transfer from main gate is at 12:30pm on day of arrival and returns to main gate at 12:00pm on day of departure.
- Welgevonden Reserve entry fees for 2027
- Return transfers to and from Welgevonden Game Reserve.
- Tshwene Lodge is an intimate luxury safari lodge offering a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquillity of the African bush
- Ekuthuleni Lodge is a beautiful safari retreat where you can relax, enjoy exceptional hospitality and experience the magic of the African wilderness.
Exclusions
- Flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg – domestic flight approx AUD $175–$250
- Travel Insurance
Accommodation Options
Tshwene Lodge
Welgevonden Game Reserve
Perched in the treetops of the lush Welgevonden Game Reserve – just a short, three-hour drive from Johannesburg – Tshwene Lodge is an intimate couple’s retreat; an impossibly romantic hideaway in the blissful seclusion of the African bush. With lofty ceilings of exposed thatch and floor-to-ceiling glass, each of the exquisite suites at Tshwene Lodge feels open and spacious, drawing your eye to the captivating view of the canopy and Welgevonden’s leafy hills and valleys beyond.
Ekuthuleni Lodge
Welgevonden Game Reserve
Standing sentinel over the savanna, at the foot of a rocky ridge in the centre of Welgevonden Game Reserve, family-friendly Ekuthuleni Lodge offers guests a classic safari experience. This elegant, thatched property has six standalone suites complemented by generous indoor and outdoor living spaces and expansive views of a bustling waterhole – ideal for couples as well as groups of family and friends. Translated as “Place of Peace”, Ekuthuleni is a soothing and idyllic home-away- from-home; an African bush escape that offers guests contemporary comfort and quiet serenity
Package Pricing
Twin share: $3,285 per person
Single occupancy: $3,975 per person
Prices are in Australian dollars.
Final Payment Due – 23/10/2026.
From the finish line to the African wilderness – the adventure doesn’t have to end when you cross the marathon finish line!
Imagine celebrating your Cape Town Marathon achievement with an unforgettable five-star safari experience in one of South Africa’s most spectacular wildlife reserves.
Join Adventure Time Travel for four extraordinary nights in the beautiful Welgevonden Game Reserve, where luxury accommodation, breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters await.
Wake to the sounds of the African bush, head out on unforgettable game drives and spend your evenings enjoying delicious meals and drinks in the beautiful surroundings of your safari lodge.
This is your opportunity to unwind, celebrate your marathon achievement and experience a completely different side of South Africa.
And the best part? You’ll be sharing the experience with your fellow Adventure Time Travel guests, with one of our team members there to look after you every step of the way.
An experience that exceeds expectations
Our guests who joined us on safari last year were absolutely blown away by the experience. From the beautiful accommodation and exceptional hospitality to the unforgettable wildlife encounters, it was so much more than they had imagined.
This is not simply an add-on to your marathon package. It is an extraordinary travel experience in its own right.
Luxury accommodation
We have secured a limited number of rooms at the two beautiful properties within Welgevonden Game Reserve. Both properties offering a wonderful setting for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD) per person, and prices are based on current exchange rates and may vary due to currency fluctuations.
Reviews
Kanene Ubesie
“By far THE BEST marathon experience EVER… I will take 2nd fastest marathon time with the rest of the experience because this was ABSOLUTELY worth it!” “Adventure Time Travel: collecting miles, medals, and memories across the world.”
Clarke Bull
I could not recommend this enough. Anna and her team provide an exciting, caring, inclusive environment for all guests and do not skimp on the quality of any aspects of the tours provided. It all ensures a memorable journey. Attention to detail is there and there is no question too stupid to ask. We’ll worth the cost, you won’t regret selecting ATT.
ATT’s connection to local supports for the Cape Town marathon in 2026 was a huge plus, especially for runners and guests on their first trip to the African continent. Everything was smooth and easy with ATT.
Lee Corey
“Pinching myself because I feel so privileged to have come to a country with so much soul and heart. Unbelievable experience with such a great group of people.”
Flights, Insurance & Visa
FLIGHTS & TRAVEL
At Adventure Time Travel, we recognise that a marathon is often just one element of a broader holiday experience. To provide our clients with a truly seamless, end-to-end service, we have partnered with industry expert Elizabeth Johns of Hastwell Travel & Cruise.
With more than 30 years in the travel industry, I bring deep expertise in creating seamless, detail‑driven itineraries.
I’m proud to be part of Hastwell Travel & Cruise, an Australian‑owned, award‑winning agency backed by more than three decades of industry strength and a team with over 150 years of combined experience.
Our ATIA and CLIA accreditations, along with strong partnerships through the Travellers Choice network, mean my clients benefit from trusted governance, competitive supplier access, and exceptional support behind every trip.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Adventure Time Travel uses Cover-More Travel Insurance when we are jetting off on an adventure. We extend this option to our runners as well.
PASSPORTS, VISAS & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary documents, and only the destinations you intend to visit can provide the most current visa requirements. Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your travel destinations for accurate information.
Many countries and territories require your passport to be valid for at least six months. Immigration authorities may deny entry if your passport has less than six months’ validity remaining.
Ensure you are aware of any health requirements for your travel destinations. Vaccinations may be recommended for certain locations. Consult your local doctor to receive the necessary vaccinations before your departure date.
For more information visit http://www.smarttraveller.gov.au