run the 2026 SANLAM CAPE TOWN marathon with fit

A 4-star property offering views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean along the Sea Point promenade and the marathon course.

Traditional hotel rooms, with either 1 King Bed or 2 Single Beds. Max occupancy is 2 adults per room or 1 adult and 1 child.

Daily breakfast included.

1.25m walk to Green Point Stadium/Marathon Start and Finish Areas.

Single: $2,820 USD

Double: $2,030 USD per person

Package is 5-nights: May 21-26

Blackheath Lodge boutique hotel is a 4-star property on a quiet, tree-lined street a short distance from the marathon start and finish areas and the V&A Waterfront. The hotel is located in Sea Point on Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard under iconic Signal Hill & has a rich history dating back to the 1880s. Pricing includes 5-nights from May 21-26.

Deluxe Ensuite Rooms on the ground floor with their larger size, unique designs and charming small balconies, lend a notable touch of luxury. OR Loft Room located on the top floor and can each accommodate 2 people. These rooms have gorgeous views from their private balconies.

Single: $2,590 USD

Double/Twin: $1,900 USD per person sharing

Deluxe Apartment is a two bedroom apartment, complete with a fully-equipped kitchenette, bathroom, and expansive living areas. Step out onto your private balcony and take in the views that surround you.

Double/Twin: $2,150 USD per person share

Triple: $1,860 USD per person share

Villa Lauren is a two-bedroom, two bathroom villa offering a luxurious and individualized stay. Villa Lauren presents a self-contained option for guests seeking a unique hybrid experience that combines the comforts and support of a hotel with the privacy of an apartment.

Double/Twin: $2,680 USD per person share

Triple: $2,190 USD per person share

Quad: $1,950 USD per person share

Daily breakfast included.

.75 miles walk to Green Point Stadium/Marathon Start and Finish Areas.

Gorgeous George is a design hotel in downtown Cape Town that merges 18th century architecture with modern industrial design. The hotel is 3K from the expo, race start and finish.

It features a rooftop pool and bar, an on-site restaurant called Gigi, and stylishly designed rooms with industrial and Victorian elements. This luxury boutique hotel is situated in the heart of the Mother City on St George’s Mall. Gorgeous George is a melting pot of Cape Town’s unique cultural diversity and history, offers complimentary breakfast and wifi.

Studio (1 traveler): $2,645 USD

1 BR: $2,845 (single) or $1,945 USD per person sharing (double/twin)

2 BR: $2,470 USD per person sharing (double/twin) or $2,080 USD per person sharing (triple)

Independent apartments in an amazing location on the V&A Waterfront, next to the One & Only Hotel and walking distance to race weekend programming & several hotels/restaurants, shops in the VA Waterfront area.

Distance: 800m to Green Point Stadium/Marathon Start and Finish Areas & Race Expo Location.

Important Note: Waterfront Village is not a hotel, it is a property managed apartment complex that rents owners units for vacation rentals. You will have a private apartment for the weekend with a kitchen. Breakfast is not included in your stay, but you can shop and prepare your own meals if you wish.

Units are great for families, friends traveling together and looking for more space, and for those that want to have their own meals.

This is a pilot program for FIT with this property and not like our similar bespoke hotel properties, but we could not pass up the location, price, and space available.

2BR ROH Deluxe or Luxury: $1,970 USD Per person sharing (twin/double) or $1,675 per person sharing (triple)

3BR ROH Deluxe or Luxury: $1,900 (triple) $1,700 (quad) $1,545 (quint), $1,475 (sext)

Pricing is per person and in USD. ROH means Run of House as assigned by the management company - number of bedrooms per apartment is guaranteed.

Rooms can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3BR units - Bed types in units cannot be guaranteed.

Reservations: You must book the number of travelers associated with the rate per unit. If you are less than the required number for the reservation your package will switch to the appropriate number of guests in your reservation. FIT does not match roommates in these reservations - you must have your own group.

For 2: Requires 2 travelers booked

For 3 (Triple): Requires 3 travelers booked

For 4 (Quad): Requires 4 travelers booked

For 5 (Quint): Requires 5 travelers booked

For 6 (Sext): Requires 6 travelers booked

DAY ONE | THURSDAY, MAY 21st

Welcome to Cape Town!  After clearing customs, make your own way to the hotel for check-in. Meet FIT in the hotel lobby today to help answer any of your questions about the weekend.

DAY TWO | FRIDAY, MAY 22nd

This morning, enjoy the sites and sounds of Cape Town with a 4-hour welcome city tour including Table Mountain ending at Green Point Stadium for race bib pick-up. Transit back to your hotel is on your own & rest of day free.

DAY THREE | SATURDAY, MAY 23rd

Free Day. Opt to book a day tour to Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point, visit Robben Island, head to Camps Bay for a dip in the Benguela current and some lunch and/or visit the waterfront for some markets and lunch. This evening join FIT are our pre-race dinner*.

DAY FOUR | SUNDAY, MAY 24th

The day you have been waiting for, it's time to run 26.2 miles around Cape Town! Enjoy the day on the course racing, running, walking or spectating & helping Cape Town become the next Abbott World Marathon Major! Best of luck to all of the competitors and a big thanks to all of our supporters! FIT looks forward to celebrating your accomplishments when you return to the hotel! 

DAY FIVE | MONDAY, MAY 25th

Congratulations on your marathon experience! We hope that you enjoyed your time in Cape Town and wish you a safe journey home or on your continued adventures! If you plan to stay longer and explore South Africa, check out one of our extension programs and/or opt to book an extra night in Cape Town so you can journey to Robben Island, Visit Stellenbosch, and/or relax before heading off to safari. FIT can help make itinerary recommendations and book extended travel.

*This is a tentative date schedule. A final itinerary will be sent 3 weeks prior to departure. Pre-race dinner is not included for the Waterfront Village location.

Private Tours - FIT has partnered with the bespoke tours offered by Jeep Tours Cape Town. These small, luxury tours offered in Jeeps with experienced local guides offer bespoke experiences in a small, private tour setting (with cool jeeps as well). Limited to 4 travelers per Jeep.

CONSTANTIA WINE TASTING & LUNCH: $315

CAPE POINT, CAPE OF GOOD HOPE, CHAPMENS PEAK DRIVE, & BOULDERS BEACH W/LUNCH:

Price per person: $280 USD

Offered Saturday or Monday

STELLENBOSCH WINE TASTING: $300

Monday Only

DUNES EXPERIENCE: $340

Monday Only

Looking for other touring options in Cape Town - check out our curated list via our Viator Travel Agent Link (note FIT may receive commission on tours booked via our agent link with Viator).

Packages at the Winchester, Gorgeous George, and Waterfront Village are 4-nights, reservations check in on May 21, 2026 and check-out on May 25, 2026. Extra nights are available on request.

Packages at the Blackheath Lodge are 5-night packages checking in on May 21, 2026 and checking-out on May 26, 2026.

Rooms & entry are booked on a first come, first serve basis.

Marathon entry is in addition to travel package pricing.

FIT offers a boutique travel program to Cape Town and as such space is limited.

Flights & transfers to/from the airport are not included.

A $500 per person non-refundable deposit required to confirm reservation. Plus payment in full for race entry $380 USD per runner.

Final payment is due on or before February 1, 2026.

If you need extended nights and they are not available, you can still make the reservation and reach out to us via email regarding extending your stay! We are also happy to help with reservations for local tours.

Our 5-day/4-night travel program to Cape Town includes several incredible features to make your race & travel weekend in South Africa effortless and enjoyable. Services include pre-race dinner at local restaurant, services of our expert team onsite and taxes.

Pricing is listed under each hotel.

ENTRY: $380 USD per runner

Come experience Cape Town with FIT and enjoy a curated boutique race weekend of Cape Town in May.

Join FIT on a private safari post-marathon from May 26th-May 29th. Requires extra post-night booked in Cape Town unless you are staying at Blackheath Lodge.

Important: Due to the unique nature of this lodge set up and the exclusivity of Greater Kruger and this location - this post tour requires a minimum booking. Deposits will be taken only when the minimum is met and the safari can proceed.

Resort: Waterbuck Lodge - View the Residence HERE

A luxurious safari villa accommodating up to 8 guests, perfect for families and small group safaris. The ultimate in safari privacy, Waterbuck at Kings Camp boasts a 4-bedroom villa with its own Land Rover and game-ranger, as well as a villa host and chef to take care of your every need. This completely private camp is situated on the banks of the dry Nhlaralumi River, subtly blended into the natural environment and with great views of the bush, affording excellent game viewing opportunities of the Big Five. Guests will share Waterbuck Main living areas and meals.

Thornybush Nature Reserve:

Waterbuck Lodge boasts a prime location close to the seasonal Timbavati River in the Thornybush Nature Reserve, part of the world-renowned Greater Kruger.

Pricing Includes:

Transfers to Cape Town Airport, Flights to Hoedspruit on May 26th and from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg on May 29th, all meals, two game drives a day, local beers and wines, and taxes. 

**Important: Extra night is required in Cape Town for this program unless you are booked at the Blackheath Lodge.

Pricing Per Person - Share Ensuite: $5,645USD

Pricing Per Person - Single: $9,645 USD***

***Single traveler clients will be matched in a room sharing with another single traveler unless they pay the single ensuite pricing.

DAY ONE | MONDAY, MAY 25th

Enjoy a post-marathon day at leisure in Cape Town**. Opt for day tours, spa visits, and/or markets while you relax and prepare for your departure to safari.

DAY TWO | TUESDAY, MAY 26TH

This morning, transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit Airport. Upon arrival, transfer the 45 minutes to your private residence at Waterbuck Lodge. Check-in, enjoy lunch, and opt for an afternoon safari experience or time to relax and enjoy the lodge. Dinner will be prepared by your private chef.

DAY THREE | WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH

Enjoy two game drives in the Greater Kruger National Park as you look to find the Big Five. This is game viewing like no other. Upon return, enjoy your private lodge complete with your onsite team to make your stay most comfortable.

DAY FOUR | THURSDAY, MAY 28TH

Another full day of safari experience to seek the Big Five.

DAY FIVE | FRIDAY, MAY 29TH

After breakfast, transit to Hoedspruit for your flights to Johannesburg.

**Extra night not included in package. Clients who are staying at the Winchester Mansions, The George, or the Apartments need to book a post-night to align with this package. Clients should book flights into Cape Town & home from Johannesburg.

DAY ONE | MONDAY, MAY 25th

Enjoy a post-marathon day at leisure in Cape Town. Opt for day tours, spa visits, and/or markets while you relax and prepare for your departure to safari.

DAY TWO | TUESDAY, MAY 26TH

Transfer from hotel to airport with guide; porter service at the airport. Fly from Cape Town to Victoria Falls via AirLink arriving to VFA airport at 12:40pm. Transfer via road to accommodation in Botswana (border crossing between Zimbabwe and Botswana - visa fees included). Upon arrival check in to hotel and enjoy lunch (drinks not included), before boarding your afternoon 2-hour boat safari. Dinner is included at the hotel (drinks not included).

DAY THREE | WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH - CHOBE

Enjoy coffee/tea & pastries before our early morning safari in our 4x4 vehicles (10 seats per vehicle). We will return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch before our afternoon boat safari on the Chobe River. Dinner is once again included at the lodge (all drinks are responsibility of client).

DAY FOUR | THURSDAY, MAY 28TH - CHOBE to VICTORIA FALLS

Coffee/tea & pastries to be enjoyed prior to our early AM safari. Return to the lodge and breakfast before our road transfer to Victoria Falls (border crossing visa fees included). Transfer to your hotel in Livingstone (Zambia) Radisson Blu Livingstone and enjoy a buffet lunch upon arrival (drinks not included). This afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River (includes drinks and canapés). Return to the hotel for buffet dinner.

DAY FIVE | FRIDAY, MAY 29TH - VICTORIA FALLS

Breakfast is included this morning before we depart to visit Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side. Entrance to walk across the bridge & Rainforest park fees included as well as lunch at "The Look Out Café" - drinks not included. Return to the hotel and free afternoon

DAY SIX | FRIDAY, MAY 30TH - DEPARTURE

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your 14:00 flight with AIRLINK from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg. Arrive in Johannesburg at 15:45.

*Clients will need to book flights into Cape Town and home from Johannesburg

Hotels:

CHOBE/BOSTWANA: Cresta Mowana Safari Resort and Spa

VICTORIA FALLS: Radisson Blu Livingstone (VICTORIA FALLS)

Pricing:

Single: $4,420 USD

Double/Twin: $3,890 USD per person sharing a room

Program is offered in collaboration with Marathinez Tours out of Spain.