250km

Self-sufficient

Each participant must carry all his/her own supplies for the duration of the race.

12 - 22 September 2024

Race: 7 Days - 6 Stages

Entry Fees

Option 1: ZAR 29 900 (All Inclusive).
Option 2: ZAR 24 900 (Excl. accommodation, meals & transfer.

160km

Supported

Participants run with a day pack. Overnight bag with all supplies is transported between camps (15kg).

15 - 22 September 2024

Race: 5 Days - 4 Stages

Entry Fees

Option 1: ZAR 21 000 (All Inclusive).
Option 2: ZAR 17 000 (Excl. accommodation, meals & transfer.

Discover

Challenge

Conquer

Kalahari Desert, Augrabies Falls

120km west of Upington, Northern Cape Province, South Africa. The route winds through the Augrabies Falls National Park, private farmlands and along cultivated vineyards.

Day 25 - 45 °C

Night 5 - 15 °C

KAEM Big Daddy is the 2nd oldest self-sufficient, multi-stage desert foot race, taking place in the oldest desert in the world. Here you get the opportunity to run in the footsteps of the ancient Bushmen, in remote places were very few people ever get to set foot, while enjoying sightings of magnificent Kalahari wildlife.

Introduced in 2023, KAEM Ultra is a brand-new, vibrant and unique desert foot race. Over 5 days, you get to experience all the magic of the Kalahari and KAEM in a supported and relaxed way, offering trail runners and hikers the Best mix of everything.

Overnight Camps

Stretch tents with numbered spaces are provided. 5L water is provided at camp after each day's run.

Navigation

Route is clearly marked every 400m, route book and maps provided.