Registration Info
STAGE SUPPORT Only 2 water points per stage therefore participants must be self-sufficient for on stage hydration & nutrition, mechanical support and extraction. A 3L Camelbak is recommended to survive 2-3 hours of hard cycling between water points.
HIGH ALTITUDE and big mountains, 60% of all cycling will be above 2,000m altitude (peak race altitude is 2,850m). This will exert considerable cardio-vascular demands on all participants. You must be physically fit and mentally prepared for this demanding adventure. If you are not well trained you will not enjoy the immensity of Kenya's Great Rift Valley. e-mountain bikes are welcome.
SENSIBLE ROUTE options are included for some stages; these provide a shorter route for those that prefer to to be "more sensible", or for those that wish to enjoy the luxuries of race camp a little sooner.
TRAIL TERRAIN is rugged, raw and technical in parts. Vicious thorns abound so tubeless tires filled with an extra dose of sealant is essential (Stan's is best).
GPS ENABLED SELF-NAVIGATION is core to all RVO events. Since inception in 2010 all RVO participants have relied upon a GARMIN GPS to self-navigate their way. The only course markings are the start and finish lines of each stage.
GARMIN Fenix/ Edge 500/ 510/ 520/ 705 are not supported for the RVO please refer to the FAQ >> GPS page for info on suitable devices.
KENYA ROAD MAP will be issued to all international participants; loaded on a micro-SD chip ready for plugging into your Garmin GPS
e-BIKE BATTERIES IATA airline regulations prohibit the carriage of e-bike batteries on passenger flights, you must therefore freight your batteries in advance. An e-bike without a battery can be carried as passenger luggage.
LUGGAGE SERVICES
single bag (15kg) plus tent will be transported between race camps
Bike box service - Empty bike box & extra luggage bag will be delivered from start direct to finish camp.
Bike box transport from Finish to Nairobi (supply your own box).
Bike box will be delivered to Nairobi airport to meet your departing flight on Sunday (or later date).
BIKE INSURANCE
It is your responsibility to obtain sufficient insurance for your bike against any loss or damage during the RVOSTAGE SUPPORT Only 2 water points per stage therefore participants must be self-sufficient for on stage hydration & nutrition, mechanical support and extraction. A 3L Camelbak is recommended to survive 2-3 hours of hard cycling between water points.
HIGH ALTITUDE and big mountains, 60% of all cycling will be above 2,000m altitude (peak race altitude is 2,850m). This will exert considerable cardio-vascular demands on all participants. You must be physically fit and mentally prepared for this demanding adventure. If you are not well trained you will not enjoy the immensity of Kenya's Great Rift Valley. e-mountain bikes are welcome.
SENSIBLE ROUTE options are included for some stages; these provide a shorter route for those that prefer to to be "more sensible", or for those that wish to enjoy the luxuries of race camp a little sooner.
TRAIL TERRAIN is rugged, raw and technical in parts. Vicious thorns abound so tubeless tires filled with an extra dose of sealant is essential (Stan's is best).
GPS ENABLED SELF-NAVIGATION is core to all RVO events. Since inception in 2010 all RVO participants have relied upon a GARMIN GPS to self-navigate their way. The only course markings are the start and finish lines of each stage.
GARMIN Fenix/ Edge 500/ 510/ 520/ 705 are not supported for the RVO please refer to the FAQ >> GPS page for info on suitable devices.
KENYA ROAD MAP will be issued to all international participants; loaded on a micro-SD chip ready for plugging into your Garmin GPS
e-BIKE BATTERIES IATA airline regulations prohibit the carriage of e-bike batteries on passenger flights, you must therefore freight your batteries in advance. An e-bike without a battery can be carried as passenger luggage.
LUGGAGE SERVICES
single bag (15kg) plus tent will be transported between race camps
Bike box service - Empty bike box & extra luggage bag will be delivered from start direct to finish camp.
Bike box transport from Finish to Nairobi (supply your own box).
Bike box will be delivered to Nairobi airport to meet your departing flight on Sunday (or later date).
BIKE INSURANCE
It is your responsibility to obtain sufficient insurance for your bike against any loss or damage during the RVO
SAA group fare has been negotiated for return flights originating Cape Town (CPT) & Jo'burg (JNB)
Pre-race Brackenhurst Hotel packages
Hotel accommodation is payable before 30 June to guarantee your reservation
Hotel accommodation includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Room charges are per person for either shared (2 people) or single (1 person)
2 nights Prologue package includes: 2x nights dinner BnB + airport transfer (90km) + prologue with lunch + pre-race dinner
1 night BnB Transfer includes: 1x night dinner BnB + airport transfer (90km)
1 night BnB (only) includes: 1x night dinner BnB (only)
3 Day participants do not stay at Pre-race Nairobi Hotel.
Road transfer available on 26 SEP from JKI Airport to 3 day start at Race Camp 2 (Mt. Suswa)
Confirm your accommodation & transfer packages via email to race office at info@riftvalleyodyssey.comFlights from (CPT) Cape Town / (JNB) Jo'burg
Road from JKI Airport to Camp 2 on 26 Sep - 140km (3h)
(35km 3hrs) Social ride across tea plantations with tea factory tour. Recommended for all international visitors, allows opportunity to acclimatise to altitude & GPS orientation.
2 nights Prologue package includes: 2x nights dinner BnB + airport transfer (90km) + prologue with lunch + pre-race dinner
SUPPORTER LOGISTICS
Race Camps 3 & 4 are very remote, visiting both demands 200 km of rugged dirt road driving therefore:
Supporters will skip either Camp 3 or Camp 4
Option 1: Skip Camp 3 : from water point 2 on Stage 3 proceed to hotel in Narok town. Rejoin Stage 4 at water point 1
Option 2: Skip Camp 4 & Stage 4 : from Camp 3 proceed to Cottar's camp. Spend Day 4 relaxing in luxury at Cottar's. Rejoin Stage 5 at water point 1
Race camp accommodation is in single person dome tent
POST RACE OPTIONS
Accommodation is shared with participant
2 nights at Cottar's 1920s Camp, Olderikesi Conservancy, Maasai Mara - 15 minute drive from finish camp
2 nights at Encounter Mara, Naboisho Conservancy, Maasai Mara - 2 hours drive from finish camp
All prices are per person
Safari camp package includes flight from Maasai Mara to Nairobi
Flight departures at 11:00 and 16:00 (45 minute flight)
Flight to Nairobi includes ground transfer to JK International Airport
Optional road transfer from Maasai Mara to Nairobi 260 km (6 hours)
AMREF medical evacuation to Nairobi or nearest hospital is included. Does NOT include medical insurance for any hospitalisation.
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation before 31 May = 90% refund (less bank charges).
- Cancellation before 30 June = 80% refund (less bank charges).
- Cancellation before 31 July = 50% refund (less bank charges)
- Cancellation before 15 August = 25% refund (less bank charges)
- Cancellation after 16 August = 0% refund
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