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 & 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.
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.
________________________________________
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
________________________________________
WHY THIS EVENT STANDS APART
• Official IISA rankings & 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 & 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.
TRAVEL MADE SIMPLE
Fly into: Johannesburg (JNB)
→ Rent a vehicle or book a private shuttle
→ Driver support recommended for border & mountain routes
→ Arrive prepared, focused, and ready
Travel Partner
info@amourmilestravel.co.za
________________________________________
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.