The Dolphin Spotter Trail Run Weekend | 2026 | #2

The 2026 Dolphin Spotter Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 27 September 2026, starting from Morgan Bay Hotel in Gxarha, Eastern Cape. 🏃‍♂️🌊

Presented by Stellantis South Africa and organised by The Leverage Corporation, this Wild Coast trail running event offers 35km, 20km, 10km, and 5km route options, making it suitable for experienced trail runners, social runners, walkers, families, outdoor adventurers and local supporters. 👟

The event takes runners and walkers onto coastal trails around Morgan Bay, with cliff-top views, rolling trails, sea air and views of the Indian Ocean. The 35km Trail Run is aimed at runners looking for the longest race-day challenge, while the 20km, 10km, and 5km options provide accessible routes for different fitness levels. 🎖️

With early bird pricing, race medals, full medical support, lucky draw prizes, a finish-line atmosphere at Morgan Bay Hotel, and more than R6,000 in prize money available in the 35km race, the Dolphin Spotter Trail Run offers a scenic Wild Coast trail running experience. 🌄

Distances & Entry Fees

1. 35km Trail Run – Early Bird R350 / Normal R375 / Late R395 🏃‍♂️
2. 20km Trail Run – Early Bird R250 / Normal R275 / Late R295 🌿
3. 10km Run / Walk – Early Bird R190 / Normal R220 / Late R250 👟
4. 5km Run / Walk – Early Bird R130 / Normal R150 / Late R180 🚶‍♀️

Event Details

📅 Date: Sunday, 27 September 2026

📍 Venue: Morgan Bay Hotel

🛣️ Address: 41 Beach Road, Morgan’s Bay, Gxarha, 5292

🌍 City/Town: Gxarha

📌 Province: Eastern Cape

👤 Organiser: The Leverage Corporation

🤝 Presented by: Stellantis South Africa

Entry Periods

1. Early Bird Entries: Valid until 1 September 2026
2. Normal Entries: 1 September to 20 September 2026
3. Late Entries: After 20 September 2026

What You Get for Your Entry

1. Free event T-shirt if you enter before 13 September 🎽
2. Race medal 🎖️
3. Full medical support
4. Lucky draw prizes
5. Finish-line vibe at Morgan Bay Hotel
6. Toasted “sarmie” at Seagulls Hotel for 35km runners
7. Shower facilities at Morgan Bay Caravan Park
8. Build-a-Burger and refreshments available for sale at Morgan Bay Hotel after the race
9. Professionally planned and managed route

Route Experience

1. Wild Coast trail running
2. Ocean views
3. Cliff-top scenery
4. Rolling coastal trails
5. Indian Ocean views
6. Chance of spotting dolphins
7. Routes designed for different running and walking abilities

Trail Running With Purpose

Proceeds from the event support local initiatives, including:

1. Kei Rural Dog Project
2. Morgan Bay Crèche
3. Local community upliftment projects

Important Notes

1. T-shirts are limited and available for early online entries before 13 September
2. Morgan Bay fills up quickly for race weekend, so accommodation should be booked early
3. The Morgan Bay Hotel has B&B deals available
4. Start times are not listed on the public Entry Ninja page
5. Final race-day instructions should be confirmed with the organiser before the event

Contact & More Information

🌐 More Information: leveragecorporation.co.za/dolphin-spotter-trail-weekend/

📞 Morgan Bay Hotel: 043 841 1062