Sanlam Cape Town
Marathon
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2026 itinerary
Cape Town Marathon Packages with Guaranteed Entry
Arrival
Book your flights to Cape Town and begin your adventure! Upon arrival, our team will welcome you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Settle in and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Meals: No meals
Expo
After breakfast, we’ll dive into the high-energy Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Expo, your first taste of race-week buzz!
That evening, gather for a relaxed buffet dinner to fuel up for the big day ahead.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Race Day
Fuel up with an early hotel breakfast, then head to the start line with assistance from the Runbuk crew.
Have a fantastic run! After you finish, our team will be there to help you make your way back to the hotel.
In the evening, we’ll come together for a well-deserved celebration dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Departure
Today marks the end of the race package. We’ll help you with check-out and coordinate your transfer to the airport.
Guests continuing on with the post-race program will be guided smoothly to the start of their extension trip.
Meals: Breakfast
Post-Race Program Begins / cape town's highlights
The post-race extention package begins!
Get ready for a full day of Cape Town magic! If the weather plays along, you’ll soar up Table Mountain on the iconic cableway for jaw-dropping views.
Back on the ground, enjoy a vibrant city tour featuring the historic Company’s Garden, the legendary Castle of Good Hope, and the colorful streets of Bo-Kaap.
Entrance tickets, bus, and guide are provided.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
(Lunch on own)
Cape peninsula
Discover the best of the Cape Peninsula on this unforgettable full-day adventure.
Your journey begins with a breathtaking drive along Chapman’s Peak, one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world. The sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliffs make this an experience you won’t forget.
Continue on to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, two of South Africa’s most iconic landmarks. Once a vital stop on the historic trade route from Europe to the East, this rugged and windswept peninsula is rich in beauty, wildlife, and history.
Next, visit the famous Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, home to thousands of charming African penguins. Watch them waddle, swim, and play along the sheltered shoreline.
Enjoy lunch in Simon’s Town or Noordhoek before making your scenic return via the vibrant seaside village of Kalk Bay. This is Cape Peninsula exploration at its finest.
Entrance tickets, bus, and guide are provided.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
(Dinner on own)
safari & Winelands
Experience two unforgettable highlights before your Cape Town adventure concludes.
Begin with a Big Five safari, traveling two hours to a private game reserve for an exciting wildlife experience. Ride in an open-top jeep as you track Africa’s most iconic animals. While the reserve spans 10,000 hectares - much smaller than the vast 2-million-hectare Kruger National Park - its close proximity to Cape Town makes it an ideal no-flight option.
Continue into the Winelands to explore the historic estates of Stellenbosch or Franschhoek. Enjoy guided cellar tours and indulge in curated wine tastings paired with cheese or chocolate, followed by a relaxing lunch in Franschhoek.
Your day includes all entrance tickets, transportation, a SATOUR-registered guide, and safari drive fees.
After a full day of exploration, celebrate your final evening with a memorable farewell dinner at a Cape Town winery.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Departure
Today marks the end of the post-race package. We’ll help you with check-out and coordinate your transfer to the airport after breakfast.
Thanks for joining us!
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel options
Comfortable 4-star property just minutes’ walk from the marathon start and finish lines. Daily breakfast and taxes are included, along with two buffet dinners during your stay.
Nestled in the beautiful Sea Point neighborhood, this hotel offers modern rooms and direct access to the promenade. The hotel is just 5 minutes drive from DHL Stadium.
Marathon Package Includes:
- Guaranteed entry of the marathon for runners (no entry for companions).
- Three nights hotel stay including tax and daily buffet breakfast, shared twin rooms basis unless Single Room is selected. Check-in is on Friday May 22, 2026; check-out is on Monday May 25, 2026.
- Hotels are subject to change but standards and locations will remain the same or similar.
- Airport welcome and taxi fare to the hotel on Friday, May 22, 2026.
- Pre-race dinner on Saturday May 23, and post-race dinner on Sunday May 24.
- Technical performance hat for runners.
- Assistance from Runbuk crew during the marathon weekend.
Post-Race Program Includes:
- Three nights hotel stay from Monday May 25th, to Thursday May 28th, including tax and daily buffet breakfast, shared twin rooms basis unless Single Room is selected.
- Activities with entrance tickets, private A/C bus, local guides, 2 lunches and 2 dinners.
