
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.






