SANI STAGGER DOWN RUN
The most scenic and fun 21.1km you’ll ever experience!
Run from lesotho to south africa!
--
located on Sani PAss, Sani stagger down run is a 100% downhill half marathon! The course runs from the Lesotho border to South africa!
The run is half the fun!
All runners get driven up sani pass in 4x4 vehicles - a south african bucket list item that you’ll get to tick off!
--
Event date:
Saturday 8 November 2025
Entries FOR THE DOWN RUN OPEN 5 MARCH 2025
MERCHANDISE SALES ARE CLOSED
21.1km INFORMATION
The race takes place along the 21km gravel road of Sani Pass, on the magnificent scenic route between the Lesotho border post and the Premier Resort Sani Pass. The 21.1km starts at the Lesotho border post and is run down to the finish line at the Premier Resort Sani Pass.
Runners are shuttled up to the start in 4x4’s by Major Adventures, a local Sani Pass tour operator. The drive up the pass is approximately 2 hours. It's an adventure on its own and a bucket list item for every South African!
The race route has been measured by an ASA and international registered course measurer taking the shortest route along the course. Please bear in mind that the route is rocky, and uneven in places and you may not be able to take the shortest route.
Total elevation loss: 1,418 m
Start Location: Premier Resort Sani Pass
Start time: 08h30
Cut-offs:
No cut offs
SHUTTLES TO THE START
All 21.1km runners are taken up Sani Pass, to the start at the Lesotho Border Post, in shuttles.
Shuttles are included in the entry fees.
It’s approx a 2-hour drive up the pass, and one of the most scenic passes in South Africa to see!
Upon arriving at the top, runners receive rusks, cookies, tea and coffee before the start.
PASSPORT INFORMATIOn
Runners do not require passports.
Runners only require passports if they are staying overnight at the top and they will then need to go through the South African and Lesotho Border passport control.
During the race only ATHLETES and OFFICIALS will be given access via the SA Border Control.
Should you wish to visit Sani Top you will need to carry your passport and you will need to be processed through South Africa and Lesotho Border Controls. You may be arrested for illegal entry should you cross through the field and fences.
NOTE: No vehicles will be permitted on the route unless authorised to transport runners. Please adhere to this rule so as to avoid disqualification
EVIRONMENT
Sani Stagger takes place in the Maloti Drakensberg World Heritage Site.
We urge all runners to make use of the refuse bins provided throughout the route.
This is a very serious matter and runners found littering will be disqualified from the race.
ENTRY DETAILS
21.2km ENTRY FEE
TBC
EnTRIES OPEN 5 MARCH 2025
IMPORTANT:
Entries will be processed via QUICKET.
Entry fees DO NOT include any apparel.
Event apparel can be ordered and paid for at time of entry.
Entry fees DO NOT include any apparel.
MERCHANDISE SALES ARE CLOSED.
REGISTRATION
Registration will be at the Underberg Country Club from 11am to 8pm on Friday. There will be no late Registration on the Saturday morning of the race. You will need to produce your ID at registration and you may not register on someone else’s behalf. This is for a number of good reasons, including medical safety and Covid protocols.
Parking at registration will be on the Cricket Field in front of the Clubhouse, please follow the signs and marshalls. The Country Club has a restaurant and bar and the local community will appreciate any support that you can provide.
RACE APPArel
You will be able to collect all pre-ordered apparel at Registration. There will be a limited amount of additional apparel available for sale, both at Registration and on Race Day near the Start/Finish.
MERCHANDISE SALES ARE CLOSED.
