with heart and sole
Experience the world beneath your feet. Join us for extraordinary trail adventures in South Africa's most breathtaking landscapes.
At Traverse the Earth, we believe that every trail has a story—woven with culture, heritage, and the natural environment. As a premier sports event management company, we design and operate world-class trail running experiences, including our flagship event, the Black Mountain Ultra in the Swartberg Mountains. Our races and events are crafted not just to challenge athletes, but to fully immerse them in the local surroundings—tasting regional foods, experiencing traditions, and celebrating South Africa’s untouched splendour.
Moving Audiences: On the Ground and Online
To complement our physical events, Traverse the Earth operates Trailhead Studio—our specialised digital studio. We combine digital strategy, UX design, website design and web development to create thoughtful digital experiences that help businesses, tourism brands and organisations connect with the right people and grow online.
On the ground or online—we craft unforgettable experiences.
Feel the earth beneath your feet. Our events take you to pristine locations rarely explored by tourists, while supporting local guides and trail stewards.
From challenging ultra trails to mindful hiking experiences, we craft journeys that push boundaries while showcasing local heritage and culture.
We partner with local businesses, artisans, and guides, ensuring our adventures contribute meaningfully to the communities we visit.
Every trail experience features local accommodations, cuisine, and expertise, supporting sustainable tourism and regional economic growth.
The inaugural Black Mountain Ultra set the tone for something special—bringing runners together for a rugged and scenic ultramarathon through the Swartberg. To everyone who stood on the start line in 2026, thank you for believing in the journey and helping shape the spirit of the race. We're excited to welcome you back for the second edition on 16 October 2027. Entries open in October 2026.
The ultimate UNESCO heritage trail challenge - exclusive access to protected wilderness
Traverse ancient geological formations on trails reserved for this exclusive event
Discover trails with privileged access to protected landscapes
Flowing fun trails through beautiful landscapes for all to enjoy.
Run through a UNESCO World Heritage Site with exclusive access to protected trails normally closed to the public. Journey through the legendary Gamkaskloof (Die Hel) and discover the unique fynbos ecosystems and endemic species that make the Swartberg Mountains a global biodiversity hotspot.
While we're busy crafting extraordinary trail experiences across South Africa's most stunning landscapes Trailhead Studio a Traverse The Earth offering is building digital presence for brands to carry their stories online.
Trailhead Studio crafts digital experiences under the Traverse The Earth umbrella. We trail-blaze in the digital space so you can focus on the ground.
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We are still working on a brand new trail race just 1.5 hours from Cape Town! Launching 2027!
We're always looking for passionate individuals and organisations to collaborate with. Whether you have exclusive trails, offer local guiding services, or are interested in creating unique adventure experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Glimpses of extraordinary moments from our trail adventures across South Africa's most breathtaking landscapes.
Interested in our events or have questions about custom trail experiences? We'd love to hear from you and help you discover South Africa's most beautiful trails.
Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa
+27 (0) 63 201 7872
info@traversetheearth.co.za