For the first time since 2019 the Comrades Ultra Marathon in 2024 will be an “Up” Run. Sunday 9th June 2024 will be the 97th running of the Comrades Marathon and it will start in Durban and finish in Pietermaritzburg. This year's race is confirmed with a route distance of 85,91km, making this the shortest route distance in Comrades history.
Marathon Tours & Travel are trusted as the only official international tour operator. Comrades Marathon packages are available for everyone to book. Supporter or runner; we will look after you. Foreign athlete race entry can be purchased if required. Whether you are running or supporting, we have an expert team on the ground to ensure your trip runs smoothly. Our Product Manager is a Comrades Marathon medal holder, having run and finished both the Up and Down runs. Previous clients over the years have returned with fabulous feedback too.
As many months are invested in training for the event with time spent away from family and friends, our travel packages offer all participants from around the world (runners, supporters, partners, friends, family) the opportunity to share the experience together.
Durban is the place to stay leading up to the Comrades Marathon! Home of the Expo and where you can experience the pre-race excitement as throngs of runners fill the city each year and bring the gees (vibe). Add to this quality accommodation with exhilarating sea views and an itinerary with activities, guidance and support you will not regret your decision to book with us, the official Comrades Marathon Tour Operator. Our team will be available every day to offer a wealth of advice and experience to ensure your trip is successful and stress-free. For a superior race day experience we recommend our ‘Combo’ package which includes race night in Pietermaritzburg, this means no long transfer after the race, instead we get you where you need to be before and after the race with quick transfers.
Marathon Tours & Travel 2024 COMBO Comrades Marathon Package Includes:
- Stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel Durban from 6 – 11 June
- Stay at StayEasy Hotel Pietermaritzburg 9 June *
- Daily breakfasts
- Return Durban airport transfers
- Shake-out run & Stretch session
- Half day sightseeing tour of Durban with Expo visit
- Welcome reception with dinner & drinks
- Private Comrades course tour
- Pre-race dinner
- Transfer from hotel to race start (1.2 miles (2km) distance)
- Transfer from race finish to hotel (5 miles (8km) distance)
- Transfer from Pietermaritzburg to Durban
- After Party hosted by ‘The Comrades King’ Mr Bruce Fordyce
- Guidance and support from our expert Marathon Tours & Travel team in South Africa
*StayEasy Pietermaritzburg only has standard rooms, therefore if you select the superior room option you will receive a superior room in Durban but a standard room in Pietermaritzburg.
