A demanding event held at an altitude of 2000m and over hilly terrain. The close proximity of the venue to a good tar road for the cycle section. A central location for all aspects of the event for spectators and athletes alike. The cycle and run courses will consist of multi laps through the Hotel complex which adds to spectator interest and involvement.

SWIM -
Water Temperature - expect 20 degrees
Laps - Sprint - 1 x 750m lap
Start Mechanism - Deep water
Conditions - Lake - clean, disease and animal free

BIKE -
Laps - Sprint - 3 x 6.6km laps - hilly and technical. No requirement for gear/cassette changes. 16% gradient. Road closures.

RUN -
Laps - Sprint - 2 x 2.5km laps - hilly, 19% gradient, 90% pavement, 10% grass

** VISAS AND TRAVEL

For entry into Zimbabwe, it is MANDATORY to provide either –

A COVID VACCINATION CARD (IF YOU HAVE BEEN VACCINATED) OR A NEGATIVE PCR TEST CERTIFICATE TAKEN WITHIN 48 HOURS OF ARRIVAL IN ZIMBABWE. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO PROVIDE EITHER DOCUMENTS BY OFFICIALS ON YOUR ARRIVAL IN HARARE

VISA REQUIREMENTS

IT IS THE ATHLETE’S RESPONSIBILITY TO CHECK IF A VISA FOR ENTRY INTO ZIMBABWE IS REQUIRED. VISAS SHOULD BE OBTAINED WELL IN ADVANCE OF YOUR DEPARTURE FROM YOUR HOME COUNTRY. CHECK TO ESTABLISH IF YOU CAN APPLY ONLINE OR IF YOU HAVE TO SUBMIT DOCUMENTS TO THE EMBASSY IN YOUR HOME COUNTRY

THIS IS IMPERATIVE IN ORDER TO AVOID DELAYS ON ARRIVAL AT HARARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND SUBSEQUENT TRANSFER TO TROUTBECK. IF YOU ARE IN ANY DOUBT, PLEASE CONTACT THE LOC FOR CLARIFICATION.

Please check http://www.zim.gov.zw/Immigration-visas/immigration-and-visasif you require a visa for entry into Zimbabwe

Visas may be obtained on arrival at Harare International Airport at a cost of US$ 50 – subject to change - please bring correct note denominations

Visa applications can be done online – https://www.evisa.gov.zw/home

Contact LOC / Athlete Liaison for a Letter of Invitation AND Letter of Support for Visa Applications if required

Prize money distribution. Elite Men and Women

Rank	Men	Women
1^st	US$ 750	US$ 750
2^nd	US$ 450	US$ 450
3^rd	US$ 300	US$ 300

2023 Africa Triathlon Cup Troutbeck