Standard Bank Royal Raid

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Sports & AdventureChamouny/Cerf d'Or
DatesDates TBA · Usually MayCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceAs Mauritius's first mountain-running trail
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: MUR
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Standard Bank Royal Raid in Chamouny/Cerf d'Or

Standard Bank Royal Raid is Mauritius's first mountain-running trail event, running since 2006 and based at Chamouny, Le Cerf d'Or. Organized by Racing Republic and sponsored by Standard Bank Mauritius, the event offers multiple distances from 12km to 65km through nature reserves including Saint Felix and Bel Ombre. The race supports charity partner NouZanimo, tying the sporting event to a fundraising cause.

Since 2006, Standard Bank Royal Raid has run through the mountains and nature reserves above Chamouny and Le Cerf d'Or in Mauritius, holding the distinction of being the island's first mountain-running trail event.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

As Mauritius's first mountain-running trail event, dating back to 2006, Royal Raid holds a founding place in the island's trail-running scene that no newer race can claim, giving it two decades of accumulated route knowledge and local running-community trust

02

The mystery stays covered

Offering distances from a manageable 12km up to a demanding 65km lets the event serve both first-time trail runners and serious ultra-distance competitors within the same race weekend

03

The city starts moving

Routing runners through protected nature reserves, including Saint Felix and Bel Ombre, gives the course access to landscapes not typically open for casual public use, a genuine draw for runners seeking scenery beyond a standard road or park route

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Royal Raid holds the distinction of being Mauritius's first mountain-running trail event

Water and renewal

Living ritual

established in 2006

The sacred route

Living ritual

and has built nearly two decades of trail-running culture on the island

The local code

Living ritual

routed through protected nature reserves and tied to a charitable partnership with NouZanimo

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually May

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Chamouny/Cerf d'Or to work differently.

What to wear

Proper trail-running gear is essential given the mountainous nature-reserve terrain, including grippy trail shoes and moisture-wicking clothing suited to variable conditions.

Safety

For Standard Bank Royal Raid, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Standard Bank Royal Raid does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

MUR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map20.16 S, 57.50 EOpen in Google Maps

Chamouny/Cerf d'Or, Savanne, Mauritius

Nearest airportMRU — Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Chamouny/Cerf d'Or to work differently.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Standard Bank Royal Raid does not become the hardest part.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Standard Bank Royal Raid?

Standard Bank Royal Raid is listed for Past edition: 9 May 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Standard Bank Royal Raid take place?

The festival is listed in Chamouny/Cerf d'Or, Mauritius. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Chamouny/Cerf d'Or, Savanne, Mauritius

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually May
Source statusOfficial source linked
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