Trails for Trunks 2025 | HERD's World Elephant Day Fun Run

This World Elephant Day weekend, we’re inviting you to walk, run, cycle, or simply take it easy in support of the rescued elephants at HERD, South Africa's first and only dedicated elephant orphanage.

🗓 16 August 2025
📍 Big Red Barn, Irene, Pretoria
🕖 Registration opens at 7am | Race starts at 8am

It’s a feel-good day out with a purpose:
🌿 Fresh air
👟 Friendly faces
🐶 Pups are welcome
🎭 Dress-up fun with sponsored prizes
🎉 A Trails for Trunks market with HERD merchandise for sale

Tickets: R200 per person
Includes a race tracker and medal
First 300 to arrive receive a fun-filled goodie bag!
+ If you are a Discovery Vitality Member, you can claim your points!

Distances:
🏃 Running – 5km, 10km, 15km, 20km
🚴 Cycling – 12km, 22km

However you choose to move, you’re helping make a difference for the rescued elephants at HERD (Registered NPO). Let’s come together and celebrate connection, conservation and community.

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Ivory Park, Sports events in Ivory Park.