K2C-Cycletour (2019)
Guided single-stage MTB route through Big-5 Game reserves
Also in Limpopo, South Africa
Mountain Biking Severe
- Distance
- 93 km
- Ascent
- 936 m
- Descent
- 846 m
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 466 m
- High Point
- 695 m
- Gradient
- 1˚
This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 466 m to the maximum altitude of 695 m, the route covers 93 km, 936 vertical metres of ascent and 846 vertical metres of descent.
Description
93km MTB ride through Timbavati, Thornybush, Kapama & Blue Canyon Game reserves ending at Swadini in the Blyde River Canyon (2019 route)
Difficulty
Severe
Widely variable, narrow trail tread with steeper grades and unavoidable obstacles of 15in/38cm tall or less. Obstacles may include unavoidable bridges 24in/61cm wide or less, large rocks, gravel, difficult root sections, and more. Ideal for advanced-level riders.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Singletrack
- In the forest
- Road sections
- Drops
- Roots
- Rock Rolls
- Rock Slabs