Gaborone Marathon
Urban start, desert edge, lush views; flat, warm, rhythmic beats, vibrant crowd, skyline finish.
Race Details
PB Potential Ranking
Good
3.29
Race Distance
Marathon
42.195km
26.2ml
Race Official Name
Diacore Gaborone Marathon
Race Month
May
Race Date 2025
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Race Type
Road
Website
About the Gaborone Marathon
The Gaborone Marathon, set in Botswana's vibrant capital, offers a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes. Runners start in the heart of the city, surrounded by modern architecture, before transitioning to the serene outskirts where the Kalahari Desert's edge meets lush greenery. The flat course, coupled with the warm African sun, challenges participants with its dry heat, yet the enthusiastic local crowd and rhythmic beats of traditional music provide an invigorating atmosphere. As you push through the final stretch, the sense of accomplishment is palpable, with the city's skyline as your backdrop.
Course & Elevation
Participants
Average Number of Participants
400
Race Location
Gaborone,
Botswana,
Africa
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