SPU 2025 – SADC Entry

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All entrants to the SPU 100K race need to have completed a marathon distance event or longer in the previous 365 days.

The SPU is located in a remote area with no nearby lodges or campsites. Therefore, our entry fee is designed as an all-inclusive package.

NOTE!

  • Participants must be 20 years or older on the day of the SPU. 
Included in Registration
  • Medical support throughout event
  • Water for the duration of the race
  • All meals for the duration of the event (Friday: Dinner / Saturday: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch) / Sunday: Breakfast)
  • All campsite facilities
  • Free camping if runner brings own tent
  • Chip Tracking and Timing for the duration of the run.
  • Medal and goodie back incl. Finisher Shirt, Buff, SPU cap
  • Flights tickets
  • Tent rental, if needed
  • Shuttle transfers (from Maun or Gaborone airports)
  • Alcoholic and none-alcoholic beverages
  • Booking for supporters

If a runner wishes to cancel their entry, Outdoor Adventures BW requires written confirmation on or before the following dates to info@saltpansultra.run:

For every cancelation there will be a P500 administration charge. 

28th of February 2025 – 100% refund

1st of March 2025 – no refund 

No deferrals will be accepted

Runner substitutions are allowed for confirmed entries. Please email info@saltpansultra.run for information. 

Runners may downgrade (e.g. 100km to 50km) at any time before 01 September, provided that the respective race is not sold out.  There are no refunds for downgrading.

Runners may upgrade your event from 50km to 100km at any time before 01 September provided that the respective race is not sold out. Runners will need to cover the difference in the entry fee.

No Tears in the Salt Pans

Read the article from Carla Farina. 

She’s a Hoka ONE ONE runner, our Salt Pans Ultra Race Ambassador and also writes a monthly column in the South African running magazine “Trail MisAdventures”.

You can read the article here:

Racecheck Gold Award 2024 for Salt Pans Ultra Marathon

We’re incredibly proud to announce that the Salt Pans Ultra 2024 has again been awarded the Racecheck Gold Award, with an impressive 4.93-star average rating from over 50 reviews! This milestone brings us closer to earning a spot among the Top Rated Races on Racecheck, a platform dedicated to helping athletes find, review, and choose the best endurance events worldwide.

Ranked 13th out of 1,750 off-road running races in 2024 we are high in the Top 1% of races.

Racecheck connects a global community of runners, cyclists, and triathletes, allowing them to share race experiences and recognize events that truly stand out. Achieving this award reflects the passion and commitment of everyone involved—from participants to volunteers, to our dedicated team behind the scenes.

Thank you to each and every one of you who voted and helped make this possible. We look forward to creating even more memorable moments together at future events!

Jodie Russell's Remarkable Victory at the 2024 Salt Pans Ultra 50km

In a stunning display of endurance and speed, Jodie Russell claimed first place in the 2024 Salt Pans Ultra 50km, finishing with an impressive time of 5 hours and 35 minutes—just 3 minutes shy of the course’s fastest record. Known for its demanding terrain across Botswana’s vast salt flats, the Salt Pans Ultra is a true test for any ultra-runner, and Russell rose to the challenge with grit and determination.

Russell’s near-record time is a testament to her relentless training and racing prowess, as she maneuvered through the rugged landscape with an impressive pace and strategic precision. The Salt Pans’ harsh environment, with its expansive, barren flats and ever-changing weather conditions, tested every runner, but Russell stayed focused, drawing strength from the raw beauty and challenge of the terrain.

After the race, Russell shared her excitement about her win and the unforgettable experience. “Running on the salt pans is unlike anything else—it’s challenging, yet incredibly rewarding,” she said. “It was just me and the elements out there, and that pushed me to dig deeper.”

Congratulations to Jodie Russell on her outstanding performance in the Salt Pans Ultra 50km! Her remarkable achievement brings her within reach of the course’s fastest time, setting the stage for future challenges and inspiring the ultra-running community.

Tylor Rocha Shatters Record to Win 2024 Salt Pans Ultra 100km

Tylor Rocha shattered the Salt Pans Ultra 100km record with an impressive 11:37 finish in 2024. The grueling course, softened by the absence of mud this year, allowed Rocha to push limits and set a new benchmark. Battling winds and the vast salt flats, the ultra runner effort’s are all the more impressive as he is new to the sport.

In his post-race interview, Rocha expressed gratitude for the support from fans, fellow runners, and his team. He also credited the unique beauty and challenging terrain of the Salt Pans for pushing him to reach new levels in his performance. “There’s something about the salt pans that pulls you in,” he shared. “It’s humbling, but it’s also inspiring. It makes you give everything.”
Congratulations to Tylor Rocha on this incredible achievement! His record-breaking time is sure to be celebrated by the ultra-running community and will serve as a high benchmark for future competitors aiming to tackle the Salt Pans Ultra.