Early bird 2021: entries are closed

Due to Covid restrictions the RVO is limited to 50 participants so we can minimise our social footprint. Registration is open however we are not accepting payments until July, when we expect to have a clearer position on the Covid status.
Payment by instalments is acceptable.

WHO RIDES THE RVO?
The RVO is best suited to the experienced mountain biker, a purist that yearns for more adventure and less race. If you need groomed trails, fancy facilities and glory for being the fastest, then the RVO is not for you.
- Solo participants with appropriate experience at multi day races.
- Daily stage distances exceed 80-100 km across rugged terrain.
- e-Mountain bikes are welcome.

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REGISTRATION RATES

Veterans of 5 or more RVO's have earned the privilege of perpetual Early Bird rates.

Partial payment by installments is acceptable.

Registration type : Early Bird 01-30 Nov 2020 | Standard 01 Dec 2020 - 30 Jun 2021

KENYA CITIZENS & RESIDENTS

• 10 day : Early Bird KES 240,000 | Standard KES 265,000
• 5A day : Early Bird KES 145,000 | Standard KES 165,000
• 5B day : Early Bird KES 120,000 | Standard KES 140,000
• 3 day : Early Bird KES 95,000 | Standard KES 100,000
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  INTERNATIONALS - pay considerably higher fees for access to KWS National Parks, Forests & Conservancies
  
• 10 day International : Early Bird $2,700 / R44,000 | Standard $2,850 / R47,500
• 5A day International : Early Bird $1,650 / R27,000 | Standard $1,700 / R29,500
• 5B day International : Early Bird $1,350 / R22,000 | Standard $1,600 / R26,000
• 3 Day International : Early Bird $1,050 / R17,500 | Standard $1,150 / R18,500
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  SUPPORTERS PACKAGE - 5 day (B) & 3 day ONLY
• 5 day registration : $600 / R8,600 | KES 60,000
• 5 day transport : $400 / R5,800 | KES 40,000
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• 3 day registration : $500 / R7,200 | KES 50,000
• 3 day transport : $250 / R3,600 | KES 25,000
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  SA AIRWAYS GROUP FARE TO NAIROBI
  We can secure group rates for RVO participants.
  From Cape Town : $850
  From Johannesburg : $675
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ALL REGISTRATION INCLUDES

Meals in all race camps

Single person dome tent accommodation in all camps - mattress only NO bedding

3 Day participants will be accommodated pre-race at Mt Suswa Crater.

23 Sep Wed night pre-race tent & 2 meals - for 3 day participants

26 Sep Sat night post-race tent & meals - for all participants

AMREF medical evacuation to Nairobi or nearest hospital

REGISTRATION EXCLUDES

Medical insurance for any hospitalisation

KENYA NATIONAL PARKS & FORESTS:

Registration includes access to Kenya National Parks, Forests and wildlife conservancies

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) charges EA Residents at international visitor rates.

Proof of Kenya residency is required during inspection by KWS officers.

RACE CAMP NOTES

Bedding & towel are NOT provided

Discount is available for those that choose to self tent

Cottages at Lake Naivasha are limited; available on first booked - first paid basis

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)

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 2,750m). 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 suitable therefore not supported at 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.

BIKE INSURANCE It is your responsibility to obtain sufficient insurance for your bike against any loss or damage during the RVO

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation before 30 Apr = 100% refund (less bank charges).

Cancellation before 31 May = 90% refund (less bank charges).

Cancellation before 30 June = 75% refund (less bank charges).

Cancellation before 31 July = 50% refund (less bank charges)

Cancellation after 31 July = 0% refund

All Registration fees are PER PERSON

KES fees apply to EA citizens & Ke residents only

ZAR fees apply to South African residents

USD fees apply to EA residents & International visitors

Event dates : 15-24 Sep

START Laikipia - FINISH Maasai Mara

Includes 6h road transport from Nairobi to Laikipia

Includes accommodation at Laikipia night before start

8 nights accommodation in lodge rooms

3 nights accommodation in standard dome tents

Event dates : 22 - 26 Sep

START Limuru - FINISH Maasai Mara

Includes optional prologue on 21 Sep

Dome tent accommodation

Event dates: 24 - 26 Sep

START Mt. Suswa Crater - FINISH Maasai Mara

23 Sep road transfer available from Nairobi International Airport to 3 day start at Mt. Suswa (3h drive)

All 3 day participants will be accommodated pre-race at Mt Suswa camp on 23 Sep

Mt. Suswa camp pre-race includes tent, dinner & breakfast

SAA group fare has been negotiated for return flights originating Cape Town (CPT) & Jo'burg (JNB)

Pre-race Brackenhurst Hotel packages

Charge is per person for either twin (2 people) or single (1 person)

2 nights Prologue package includes: 2x nights dinner BnB + airport transfer (60km) + prologue lunch + pre-race dinner

1 night Transfer includes: 1x night bed + breakfast + airport transfer (60km)

1 night BnB includes: 1x night bed + breakfast

Accommodation is payable before 30 June to guarantee your reservation

Confirm & Pay for your accommodation & transfer packages via email to Leah at lea@actsafrica.com

SUPPORTER LOGISTICS

Supporter package available for only 5B and 3d events

Race camp accommodation is in single person dome tent

All prices are per person

AMREF medical evacuation to Nairobi or nearest hospital is included.

Does NOT include medical insurance for any hospitalisation.

POST RACE SAFARI OPTIONS

Accommodation is on shared basis

Camp pricing include flight and ground transfers from Maasai Mara to Nairobi

2 nights at Instinct of the Mara Camp, Olderikesi Conservancy, Maasai Mara - at finish camp

2 nights at Cottar's 1920s Camp, Olderikesi Conservancy, Maasai Mara - 15 minute drive from finish camp

Info on transfers from Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Flight departure at 11:00 (45 minute flight)

Flight to Nairobi includes ground transfer to International Airport

Road transfer from Maasai Mara to Nairobi - 260 km (7h)

Rift Valley Odyssey Liability Disclaimer & Indemnity
I acknowledge and agree that the Rift Valley Odyssey (“the event”) being a high speed cycling event, is an extreme sport and that it is inherent in the event that there is the risk of serious injury, illness, death and/or damage to sporting and other equipment.

I hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Rift Valley Odyssey organizers to the fullest extent possible in law, against any claims occasioned as a result of my participation in the event of whatsoever nature or howsoever caused, including, without limitation, any loss, injury, harm, illness, death or damage of whatsoever nature and howsoever caused arising directly or indirectly out of any act or omission, including negligent acts or negligent omissions by the parties, including any claim for consequential loss or damage, loss of profits or any claim by any of my dependents arising from events related to, in connection with or occasioned as a result of my participation in the event.

I appreciate and understand the risks inherent in the event and my participation therein. I accept these risks and confirm that I participate in the event at my own sole and absolute risk.

I confirm that I have read and agree to the terms of Rift Valley Odyssey Liability Disclaimer & Indemnity that is available online.