LOOP SAFARI GRAVEL RACE - VIPINGO RIDGE
SWAHILI COAST
The Swahili Coast race offers participants the opportunity to explore the enchanting Kenyan coast. This race is characterized by fast gravel roads with stunning views of the Indian ocean. The cooling ocean breeze allows participants to navigate through farm lands and palm tree lined coastal trails. The coastal setting provides a breezy, and fun course, creating an interesting race experience for participants accustomed to the highlands. The Vipingo race, with its blend of terrain and climate, offers a thrilling and memorable weekend adventure along the beautiful Kenyan coastline, with the clear blue waters of the Indian ocean providing the perfect way to cool down after a long day in the sun.
The event offers multiple route options, catering for all abilities;
ROUTE OPTIONS
All routes on the race course will be clearly marked and GPX files shared before the event.
Kids Circuit
Green Route - 20km
Orange Route - 60km
Kenya National Gravel Championship -Youth
Black Route - 120km.
Kenya National Gravel Championship - Elite
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
Visit the Event Page to view all events details. You will be able to find information on the event race Village location, start times, racing categories and awards, race pack collection locations and the event day schedule.
All Vendors interested in vending at the Vipingo Ridge event are welcome to register for a slot at the race village. To Register your interest, simply fill in the Vendor Application Form.
Note: we have limited slots available!
Inviting all vendors!
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
Visit the EVENT PAGE to view all events details. You will be able to find information on the event race Village location, start times, racing categories and awards, race pack collection locations and the event day schedule.
Event Special Accommodation Deals and Offers
We are proud to partner with the Vipingo Ridge to offer participants of this year's LOOP Safari Race Series exclusive accommodation deals, courtesy of Vipingo Ridge. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy all that Vipingo Ridge has to offer!
For only 8,000 KSH per person per night*
There is an opportunity to join the fun at Vipingo Ridge this event at the Kenya Coast.
Join us on a special room only rate where you can join breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Resort at your leisure.
For two-people sharing a double or twin room.
Take two or three rooms in a villa for a group stay at this special price and get access to a private kitchen and dining room.
Enquire: +254 700 337 489
Getting to Vipingo Ridge
The event Race Village is located within Vipingo Ridge at the MotoX circuit. There will be signs and banners from the main directing spectators and participants to the race village.
Mombasa to Vipingo Ridge:
Vipingo ridge is located 33km from Mombasa town.
Driving:
Participants and spectators can drive along the B8 highway towards Vipingo for 33km and Turn left at the Vipingo Ridge Sign, towards the entrance of the estate. From there follow the signs directing participants and spectators to the Race Village.
Shuttle bus:
Information on a shuttle bus from Mombasa will be share here from the 15th of August. Participants and spectators will be expected to register and pay a small fee for the transportation alongside their bikes to the service provider.
There are different travel options from Nairobi to Vipingo for both participants and Spectators. Travel options and service providers for travel via air, road and rail are below:
Nairobi to Vipingo Ridge:
Vipingo ridge is located 517 km from Nairobi City.
Driving:
Participants and spectators can drive along the A109 highway towards Mombasa and take the exit towards Makueni and then head south towards Vipingo. From there turn right towards Vipingo Ridge at the sign. After the entrance, follow the signs directing participants and spectators to the Race Village.
Air:
Flying to Mombasa or Kilifi is possible from JKIa or Wilson Airport with the airlines JamboJet, Kenya Airways, Skyward or Safarilink. From these airports taxi services are available to get to Vipingo Ridge.
Rail:
Travel by train is available by the Madaraka Express SGR from Nairobi to Mombasa. From Mombasa you will need to take a taxi or bus towards Kilifi/Malindi and alight at the Vipingo stop.
Bike Transfer Services
Bike Transfer Services will be offered by Wells Fargo Courier.
Participants looking to get their bikes transferred from Nairobi to Vipingo Ridge will be charged at a rate of KES 3600 for the service to and fro the event venue.
All participants opting to use this service must drop-off their bikes of to a Wells Fargo office in Nairobi by Thursday 21st August and will be available for collection on Friday 22nd August afternoon.
Participants are advised to indicate 'LOOP Safari Race Series' on their packed bikes to ensure delivery to Vipingo Ridge.
Participants must contact Wells Fargo directly on +254 721 905 847 for more information on drop off locations and liability.
Inviting all vendors!
All Vendors interested in vending at the Vipingo Ridge event are welcome to register for a slot at the race village. To Register your interest, simply fill in the Vendor Application Form.
Note: we have limited slots available!
Inviting all vendors!
All Vendors interested in vending at the Vipingo Ridge event are welcome to register for a slot at the race village. To Register your interest, simply fill in the Vendor Application Form.
Note: we have limited slots available!
TRAVEL OPTIONS
The Vipingo Ridge estate is accessible by air, road and rail from the Nairobi, Malindi and Mombasa.
Vipingo Ridge Airstrip:
This is located inside the Vipingo Ridge estate - see Fly ALS for flight rates and bookings.
Moi International Airport, Mombasa:
Located 46 KM from Vipingo Ridge. Airlines flying to this airport from Nairobi are Kenya Airways, Jambo Jet and Skyward for easy travel with bicycles.
Malindi International Airport, Malindi:
Located 85 KM from Vipingo Ridge. Airlines flying to this airport from Nairobi are Jambo Jet and Safari Link.
Bus:
Buses from Nairobi to Malindi go past the Vipingo town stop.
Taking a bus from Nairobi to Mombasa and then a 45 KM taxi or matatu ride to Vipingo.
Rail:
Taking the Madaraka Express SGR train from the Nairobi Terminal to Mombasa Terminal and a 40 KM matatu or taxi drive up to Vipingo.
Road:
Vipingo Ridge is 520 KM from Nairobi, a drive of approximately 8.5 hours.
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