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250km, 7-day, 6-stage Self-sufficient foot race. The Kalahari Augrabies Extreme Marathon (KAEM) is an adventurous foot race held annually in October. This extreme sports event is a 7 day self-sufficient race, covering an approximate total distance of 250 km. Known as the ‘Big Daddy’ in international running circles, KAEM takes place in the Kalahari Desert in the proximity of the Augrabies Falls on the Orange River. The route traverses the Augrabies Falls National Park, Daberas as well as private farmlands. This unique and contrasting environment with average day temperatures reaching in excess of 40 degrees Celsius and dropping to below 5 degrees Celsius at night presents a daunting challenge to the extreme athlete and determined adventurer alike. Participants must carry all their supplies, clothes and compulsory safety/survival equipment for the duration of the event. Overnight shelter in camps and water, which is strictly controlled and distributed during the race, is supplied. In addition, professional medical backup as well as sports physios are available and form part of the crew.
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