The beautiful uKhahlamba-Drakensberg mountain range is home to the annual X-Berg Challenge. Paragliders have dared to hike & fly this majestic terrain with success. You get to decide on your own route between official turn points. You may either go around or over hills, take the scenic route or brave a valley crossing. The aim is to complete the course in the shortest possible time.

What makes this event unique, is that not only will paragliders test their riding skills against other pilots, but also against trail runners and mountain bikers. The constantly changing dynamics of the mountains keep the race exciting. From weather conditions controlling whether paragliders fly or are forced to continue on foot, to navigational skills determining whether competitors get lost or overtake you. This is a hike & fly competition for the most adventurous pilots that love the wild outdoors. Perhaps even enough to sleep under the stars to get to the finish fastest!

This is Africa's most adventurous challenge!