Run. Race. Recover.
At Encompass Africa, we understand the transformative power of running, because our founder, Jonathon, has lived it. Running has saved his life. But that’s another story. From the Comrades Marathon to London, Berlin, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Chicago, he knows the dedication it takes to train, compete, and recover.
That’s why we’ve created Running Wild: Marathons in Africa Collection with Encompass Africa, designed for passionate runners looking to experience Africa’s most iconic marathons in style. Whether you’re racing through the vibrant streets of Cape Town, conquering the legendary Victoria Falls Marathon, or running wild in Kenya’s Lewa Safari Marathon, we’ve got you covered.
This collection of Marathons in Africa has been designed for those who crave the idea of running in a wild place and celebrating the journey with something as magical and rewarding as a safari.
You commit to the race, and we create your pre-safari or the ultimate recovery safari. We’ve designed all types of experiences, for runners, their families and their cheer squads!
We’re here to cater to your needs, offering pre-race preparation, including light exercise and tapering-down ideas regional specific, and post-race safaris to unwind, recover, and celebrate your achievement in Africa’s breathtaking wilderness.
- Run on world-class routes in breathtaking locations
- Tailored travel plans with pre-race tapering & recovery safaris
- Expert support from fellow runners, including our founder Jonathon
Run your race.
We’ll handle the rest.
Running Wild: where passion meets adventure
Running has always been a part of who I am. Even though I now call Australia home, Africa is in my blood. I’ve spent years exploring its vast landscapes, working as a tour leader and guide across the continent, and taking on one of the world’s most legendary endurance races – the Comrades Marathon.
Through it all, I’ve come to realise something: Africa is home to some of the most breathtaking, challenging, and rewarding marathons on the planet, yet so many Australian runners don’t even know they exist. That’s why I created Running Wild, to shine a light on these extraordinary races and help passionate runners at all levels of the sport experience something truly unforgettable.
Whether it’s the Victoria Falls Marathon, where you race alongside one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Kilimanjaro Marathon, with its epic mountain backdrop, or the Lewa Safari Marathon, where you run alongside wildlife on a private conservancy – these events go beyond the finish line. They are about adventure, discovery, and pushing your limits in some of the most awe inspiring places on earth.
So, if you’re ready to run wild and experience something beyond the ordinary, let’s make it happen. Your African running adventure starts here!
(Photograph is me on the right with my running partner and we had just received our race numbers for the 2024 Berlin Marathon, it’s 50th so it was quite a race!)