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A 200km, five-day foot race from South Africa to Namibia through the ancient arid landscape of the /Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.
From the crystal fields of Sendelingsdrif in South Africa to the infamous giant boulders of Tatasberg deep in the /Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park; this unparalleled journey then crosses the Orange River into Namibia and the wild lands of the Fish River Canyon. This is the running experience of a lifetime; this is the this is the Namibia Crossing.
Dates: 
14 – 20 June 2026
Distance: 
200km over 5 days
Price: 
Oct 24'-May '25 $2,950 | Jun '25-May '26 $3,145 | discount for pairs & groups
Terrain: 
Mountainous desert

Where?

/Ai/Ais- Richtersveld Transfrontier Park,
Northern Cape,
South Africa and Namibia
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The Namibia Crossing
Testimonials

What people experienced

'I just wanted to tell you how super impressed Andrew and I were with you all and the whole organisation and efforts that you put into this event.  You are very special people and you organised a very special event and did so in the most charming and delightful way! You clearly have the knack of getting a great team together! We still cannot believe the venue and surroundings that you took us to and I so grateful that people like you make the effort to organise such events! It was the trip that exceeded all of our expectations by a million miles (or kilometres) and despite previous great holidays and trips - Andrew and I feel that this one outshone them all.'

 

Carol Davies
The Namibia Crossing 2019

"I really just wanted to send both of you a huge Thank You to you and your team. Last week was truly a remarkable experience that I am battling to describe to anyone who asks – closest word is EPIC and that doesn’t do it enough justice. It is 5 days that shifts every person that attends. Your professional team, service and approach to every detail certainly made it that very special. So big up to you both – big thanks to your whole team and look forward to seeing you at many future events."

Kevin Klaff
The Namibia Crossing 2022

To be able to run in areas that are truly remote was such a privilege and so good for my soul. To enjoy nature while doing what I love most, running, put a smile on my face that even at difficult times was hard to remove. To be able to run alongside my friend, an activity that we have been doing since we were 12, had deep meaning to both of us. And then to have the incredible logistics that seemed effortless, although I know it wasn’t, made the event relaxing for runner like me. To be met by the 2 of you at the finish every day, clapping us in and welcoming us made pushing for the finish all that more special. 

Nick Stodel
The Namibia Crossing 2024

"Your organisation of the event was out of the top-drawer and the Richtersveld will surely become a race of choice among international adventure seekers, and some international elites. Your formula is a great one and the personal and family touches rounded off the perfect way to spend five days."

Stephen Granger
The Namibia Crossing 2016

"Thank you so much for another life-changing event. It's is truly a privilege to get to explore such a remarkable area, whilst making memories with my dad that will last both our lifetimes. If it weren't for your time and dedication to bringing incredible adventures to everyday people, we would never be able to experience something so unique. Can't wait for the next adventure!"

Janine Mazery
The Namibia Crossing 2016

Not only was this event in a stunning location, but it was also one of the best organised events I have ever done. Highly recommended.

Rose-Anne Hawkeswood
The Namibia Crossing 2024

'Now that I’ve had a weekend to relflect I just wanted to thank you, Owen and the whole team (cleaners, tent setter-uppers, donkey-boiler heaters, drivers, checkpoint teams, National Park staff, cooks, rubbish collectors etc etc) - so much work by so many people to allow a privileged few of us to experience a really wild place. 

The running went better than I had thought it would and I’m sad it’s over. I went for a long mountain hike at the weekend (amazing how bodies can recover). 

Wildrunner is a fantastic outfit.'

John Bernstein
The Namibia Crossing 2019

This run delivered on everything that I expected. The logistics was mind-blowing - the experience of a lifetime!

Adele Visser
The Namibia Crossing 2024

"I just want to say a huge thank you to you and Owen and your entire caring professional team. The attention to detail in making this a memorable life experience didn't go unnoticed. I am super grateful for the amazing goodie bag and the kit bag! How you guys managed to make the camping so very liveable in such a remote place, I'll never know! Thank you for creating an experience which allowed me to experience what could easily be the most beautiful place I've ever been."

Brenda Taylor
The Namibia Crossing 2022

"A heartfelt thank-you for a truly magnificent seven days in the Ai-Ais Richtersveld National Park. What a special experience it was to run through such a uniquely exquisite part of our beautiful Africa, and made all the more so by being in the unbelievably capable hands of the Wildrunner team. Everyone on the event marvelled at how slick your operation is – quite honestly, I don’t know how you do it! I can only imagine the degree and depth of forward- and on-the-ground planning that has to go into not only creating a wilderness baby like the Richtersveld Transfrontier Wildrun®, but making it happen so smoothly and in such a fun atmosphere that it all looks so simple, so stress-free. That’s definitely an art, and you guys have mastered it! I can say without hesitation that the RTW was the best organised race I’ve ever done. And at risk of sounding corny, I loved every minute."

Linda Doke
Richtersveld Wildrun® 2016

The Namibia Crossing 200 km, 14 – 20 June 2026

Five days, 200km, one ancient mountain wilderness
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