Event Name: Gem Diamonds Kalahari Challenge 2017 When: 9 June 2017 - 11 September 2017 Where: Botswana, International Category: MTB The Gem Diamonds Kalahari Challenge is a world-class full-service event. It is only 4 hours from Gauteng but a whole world away. With a limited field event of a maximum of 400 riders, you’ll be able to enjoy the miles and miles of stunning bushveld singletrack, gnarly technical uphills, some Kalahari “sandy Mountains” and hardpack track, uninterrupted. After each days riding is said and done, you’ll be able to kick back in the luxury St. Louis & Castle Lite “Chill Zone”, a hot shower and have a hearty meal before resting your head in fully-equipped canvas tents, complete with mattress, pillows, sheets and blankets! Weather conditions Cool to warm during the day, chilly to cold at night Season: Winter Route Information Distance: 237km / 185km Ascent: 2400m / 1300m Terrain Single track, Jeep Track, Hardpack, Sand Technical Rating: 7 Stage details KALAHARI CHALLENGE (Full Option) Day 1: 91km Day 2: 76km Day 3: 73km KALAHARI ENCOUNTER (Lite Option) Day 1: 60km Day 2: 60km Day 3: 55km Entry Fee details Riders may enter as a team or as a solo. Vat is included in the fee. Please note the cost for the Challenge or Encounter events are the same price. TEAM: Kalahari Challenge (240km's): BWP 10 000 incl. VAT / Team R12 750 incl. VAT / Team Kalahari Encounter (175km's): BWP 10 000 incl. VAT / Team R12 750 incl. VAT / Team SOLO: Kalahari Challenge (240km's): BWP 6 000 incl. VAT / Solo Rider R7 645 incl. VAT / Solo Rider Kalahari Encounter (175km's): BWP 6 000 incl. VAT / Solo Rider R7 645 incl. VAT / Solo Rider STANDARD ENTRY FEE INCLUDES Entry into the race A four man tent (Team) or two man tent (Solo) with mattress and bedding (sheets, pillow & blankets) Friday lunch & dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch & dinner and Sunday breakfast at overnight campsite Goodie bag & event t-shirt, plus loads of extras. Please note accommodation and meals for guests (non-riders) are not provided. Visitors are allowed in the campsite between race start until 4pm. THE MAGUNYA OPTION (BOTSWANA RESIDENTS ONLY) You asked, we've answered. Are you a Botswana resident? We have a special for you. By choosing the Magunya option when you enter, you get the following: Entry to the race Lunch and showers at the race village Showers and Boerewors Roll at the finish Goodie Bag Does not include: Transport to and from campsite Accommodation Dinner & Breakfast. This offer is limited to 100 entries and for Botswana residents only; confirmation of your spot will only be once payment has been received. Deadline for payment is 28 February 2017 or you will lose your Magunya booking. Cost: BWP 4000 per rider incl. VAT Go to Event Page