Date: 30 May 2026
Experience the raw, untamed beauty of the Lowveld at Tomjachu Bush Retreat at the annual Tomjachu Trail Run. The event offers runners the chance to escape the city and turn race day into a bushveld weekend away. Set within the private Tomjachu Nature Reserve near Nelspruit, the trail run takes participants across granite hills, along historic wagon paths, through lush bushveld and into the dramatic Tomjachu Gorge. The routes include flowing gravel roads, technical single-track climbs and the iconic ascent of Zebra Heights, with panoramic views across the valley. Giraffe sightings are not uncommon. After the race, participants are invited to relax at the Homestead and enjoy the pool, scenery and company of fellow runners, with freshly brewed coffee, local craft beer from Sabie Breweries, G&Ts from the Gin Co and freshly prepared prego rolls from the fire. All race entries include clearly marked routes, well-stocked aid stations and a conservation fee supporting wildlife and habitat preservation within the reserve. Distances include 6 km, 12 km and 20 km, with entries limited to 300 runners.
To enter, visit racepass.com.
Author: Pedro van Gaalen
When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.
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