Mossel Bay – Located on South Africa’s world-renowned Garden Route, Mossel Bay serves as a spectacular 2026 Africa Premium Cup Triathlon host city, blending a rich maritime heritage with a landscape designed for endurance sport. Known for having one of the world’s mildest year-round climates—second only to Hawaii—it offers athletes optimal racing conditions against a backdrop of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains and the azure Indian Ocean.
Triathlon South Africa together with Chain Gang Events, will be hosting the 2026 Africa Triathlon Premium Cup in Mossel Bay as follows :
DATE : 28-29 March 2026
VENUE : Santos Beach, Mossel Bay, Western Cape
Registration of the event, will take place as follows :
DATE : Saturday, 28 March 2026
REGISTRATION TIME : 15:00-18:00
RACE BRIEFING : 16:00-18:15
VENUE : Bartholomeus Dias Museum, Mossel Bay
No registration on race day!
The 2026 Africa Triathlon Premium Cup and SA Championship Race Village will be at Santos Beach, Mossel Bay. Marquee tent with food / coffee vendors right by the Transition Area.
TRANSITION AREA
PRIZE GIVING AREA
SATURDAY, 28 MARCH 2026
| ACTIVITY | FROM | TO | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELITES / U23 PROGRAM | |||
| Elite Bike Course Familiarization | 13:45 | 14:15 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Elite Swim Course Familiarization | 14:20 | 14:50 | Santos Beach |
| Elite Registration | 15:00 | 15:55 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
| Elite Briefing | 16:00 | 16:45 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
| JUNIORS & PARA PROGRAM | |||
| Junior/Para Bike Course Familiarization | 14:20 | 14:55 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Junior/Para Swim Course Familiarization | 15:00 | 15:30 | Santos Beach |
| Junior/Para Registration | 15:45 | 16:45 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
| Junior/Para Briefing | 17:00 | 17:45 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
| AG PROGRAM | |||
| AG Registration | 15:00 | 18:00 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
| AG Briefing | 17:45 | 18:15 | Bartholomeus Dias Museum Complex |
SUNDAY, 29 MARCH 2026
| ACTIVITY | FROM | TO | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA CHAMPS : AG & AQUABIKE STANDARD | |||
| Transition – Check In | 05:45 | 06:45 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Start Time – Men | 07:00 | Santos Beach | |
| Start Time – Women | 07:10 | Santos Beach | |
| Podium | 12:00 | Finish – Athlete Area | |
| 1.5km Swim (2 laps) / 40km Cycle (6 laps) / 10km Run (4 laps) | |||
| AFRICA CUP : JUNIOR SPRINT | |||
| Transition – Check In | 08:00 | 09:00 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Start Time – Men (16-19yrs) | 09:45 | Santos Beach | |
| Start Time – Women (16-19yrs) | 10:30 | Santos Beach | |
| Podium | 12:15 | Finish – Athlete Area | |
| 750m Swim (1 lap) / 20km Cycle (3 laps) / 5km Run (2 laps) | |||
| SA CHAMPS : PARA SPRINT | |||
| Transition – Check In | 08:00 | 09:00 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Start Time – Para | 10:45 | Santos Beach | |
| Podium | 12:30 | Finish – Athlete Area | |
| 750m Swim (1 lap) / 20km Cycle (3 laps) / 5km Run (2 laps) | |||
| AFRICA CUP : ELITE / U23 STANDARD | |||
| Transition – Check In | 11:15 | 12:10 | Santos Parking Area – Transition |
| Start Time – Men | 12:30 | Santos Beach | |
| Start Time – Women | 12:40 | Santos Beach | |
| Podium | 15:15 | Finish – Athlete Area | |
| 1.5km Swim (2 laps) / 40km Cycle (6 laps) / 10km Run (4 laps) |
2026 RESULTS
2026 EVENT PHOTOS – Gerber Sport Photography
2026 EVENT PHOTOS – Hugo Redelinghuys
Days Cycling Company will be at the Race Village on Saturday afternoon as well as Sunday morning, to give technical support to participants.
CONTACT INFO :
Dusty Day (0795179966)
A Premium 4-Star Hotel in Mossel Bay, set on the rocks Just below the Historical St. Blaize Lighthouse, where every Room enjoys the Magnificent Indian Ocean. BELOW THE LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT treats you with the Lavish Meals whereas NIRVANA SPA makes sure that you enjoy your stay with all the pampering.
Located in the heart of South Africa’s iconic Garden Route, the Diaz Hotel & Resort promises an exciting and unforgettable holiday, filled with relaxation and entertainment.
Named in honor of the legendary Portuguese navigator Bartolomeu Dias—who landed in Mossel Bay in 1488—our hotel is themed around the rich and colorful history of the region. Guests can look forward to a comfortable stay, complete with FREE Wi-Fi and warm, attentive service from arrival to departure.
For bookings, contact Charne Liebenberg
groups@diazbeach.co.za
044 692 8400
All Merchandise for sale at Registration
 | EVENT TSHIRTS XS, S, M, L R250.00 |
 | EVENT SOCKS Size 6-7, Size 8-12 R180.00 |
