Entries have opened for the 62nd edition of the iconic Berg River Canoe Marathon from Paarl to Velddrif from 5 to 8 July.
Recognised as one of the toughest river paddling events in the world, the 240 km four-day epic through the middle of the Cape winter has become a bucket-list event for many river paddlers.
The event organisers have confirmed the race will start at the Market Street bridge in Paarl and has reverted to the traditional first-stage overnight stop at Zonquasdrift.
The event offers paddlers Early Bird entries until 31 May at a discount with a race T-shirt and goodie bag included.
Clubs have also been encouraged to get their members to compete through a R3 000 incentive for every 10 paddlers from their club who enter the race.
Staying true to its roots, the race has reassured paddlers that the traditional option of staying in farmers’ barns overnight will be available at Zonquasdrift at the end of the first stage and at Zoutkloof at the third stage overnight stop.
The overall race finish at the Carinus bridge in Velddrif attracts a big crowd of locals in a carnival-like atmosphere.
More information on the Berg River Canoe Marathon can be found at www.berg.org.za
