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Mafunyane MTB Tour Day 2

Malopeni 4x4 Camp to Frazersrust (45km)

Mountain Biking Moderate

Distance
44 km
Ascent
438 m
Descent
380 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
292 m
High Point
412 m
Gradient
Mafunyane MTB Tour Day 2 Map

Guided MTB cycle through Kruger National Park Big-5 area. Day 2 is a relatively flat but often sandy ride where riders wade through the hippo & crocodile-infested Letaba River and passes through elephant-thick Stapelkop Dam and Nyarhi Springs. Riders may also encounter sable antelope, eland, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and possibly lions. Accompanied by 2 x armed cycle guides and a backup vehicle.

Difficulty

Moderate

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability, with unavoidable obstacles 8in/20cm tall or less. Other obstacles such as rock gullies and steep sections may exist. Ideal for lower intermediate riders.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between May and September

Features

  • Picturesque
  • Singletrack
  • In the forest
  • Road sections
  • Drops
  • Roots
  • Gap Jumps