

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: IISA South Africa Ice Swimming Champs 2026 - Afriski
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm (+02:00)
- **Event Description**: ❄ IISA SOUTH AFRICA
ICE SWIMMING CHAMPS 2026 ❄
31 July – 02 August 2026
Afriski Resort | Kingdom of Lesotho
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THE ULTIMATE TEST OF HUMAN ENDURANCE
At altitude.
In freezing water.
Against the backdrop of Africa’s most dramatic winter landscape.
The IISA South Africa Ice Swimming Champs 2026 brings elite and emerging athletes together for an unforgettable championship experience at Afriski Resort.
Officially sanctioned by the International Ice Swimming Association (IISA), this event delivers world-class competition in extreme alpine conditions.
This is more than a swim.
This is ICE.
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EVENT DETAILS
Location
Afriski Resort, Kingdom of Lesotho
High-altitude alpine venue | Crisp mountain air | Championship ice conditions
Dates
31 July – 02 August 2026
Distances
50m
100m
250m
500m
1km
From explosive sprint to ultimate endurance — choose your challenge.
ENTER NOW: View IISA Event | IISA
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WHY THIS EVENT STANDS APART
• Official IISA rankings &amp; recognition
• Rare African high-altitude ice swim
• Professionally managed championship event
• Breathtaking mountain setting
• Strong international ice swimming community
• Ideal qualifier for World Champs 2027
WHO WILL ANSWER THE CALL?
Personal bests.
International rankings.
Ice Mile glory.
Mountain air in your lungs.
Push your limits.
Embrace the cold.
See you in the ICE.

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TRAVEL MADE SIMPLE
Fly into: Johannesburg (JNB)
→ Rent a vehicle or book a private shuttle
→ Driver support recommended for border &amp; mountain routes
→ Arrive prepared, focused, and ready
Travel Partner
info@amourmilestravel.co.za
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ACCOMMODATION
Stay on-site at Afriski Resort
Bookings:
bookings@afriski.net
cc: hettie@afriski.net
Discount Reference: IISA 2026
Limited winter capacity — early booking recommended.
________________________________________
WHO WILL ANSWER THE CALL?
Personal bests.
International rankings.
Ice Mile glory.
Mountain air in your lungs.
Push your limits.
Embrace the cold.
See you in the ICE.


More information: Reino (+27)82 389 7905
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bethlehem/iisa-south-africa-ice-swimming-champs-2026-afriski/200029078225238
- **Event Categories**: sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029078225238?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=bethlehem-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bethlehem
- **state**: FS
- **country**: South Africa
- **location**: Afriski Mountain Resort
- **lat**: -28.830036072785
- **long**: 28.730802638456
- **full address**: Afriski Mountain Resort, Bethlehem, South Africa

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Reino von Wielligh (https://allevents.in/org/reino-von-wielligh/26950970)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+02:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Afriski Mountain Resort, Bethlehem, South Africa
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Reino von Wielligh
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about IISA South Africa Ice Swimming Champs 2026 - Afriski ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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