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Auckland Urban Amphibian SwimRun
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Saturday 31 January 2026

Auckland Urban Amphibian SwimRun

Auckland, Takapuna Beach

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  • 40 kmto Long Bay
  • 28 kmto Browns Bay
  • 18 kmto Murrays Bay
  • 9 kmto Castor Bay
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Sat, 31 Jan 2026

This event has been run. Dates for the next edition haven't been announced yet.

  • Official websiteamphibianswimrun.co.nz(opens in a new tab)
  • Facebook pagefacebook.com(opens in a new tab)

The race

About this course

The Auckland Urban Amphibian is set against the backdrop of Auckland’s East Coast, starting and finishing at the popular Takapuna Beach. Participants traverse a mixture of terrains including beach runs, cliff tracks, and tidal crossings, coupled with ocean swims that make up the SwimRun format. Each segment of the race offers a different challenge, with the course extending to various turnaround points along the coast depending on the distance tackled.

The event is structured to cater to a range of fitness levels and adventure spirits, from shorter, more manageable distances to a demanding 40km challenge reaching Long Bay. This diversity makes the race accessible yet testing, appealing to both competitive athletes and those seeking a fun, rigorous day out.

Participants have the option to compete individually or in pairs, adding a layer of strategy as teammates must stay within 10 meters of each other throughout the event. This requirement fosters a sense of camaraderie and teamwork, enhancing the communal experience.

The Auckland Urban Amphibian not only tests physical and mental endurance but also provides a unique way to experience the natural beauty of Auckland’s shorelines, making it a memorable event for all involved.

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Distances

  • 40K to Long Bay

    40km

  • 28K to Browns Bay

    28km

  • 18K to Murrays Bay

    18km

  • 9K to Castor Bay

    9km

What to expect

Race day conditions

Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.

Terrain
Trail
Temperature
20°C
Part cloud
Humidity
High
79%
Wind
Moderate
16 km/h
Altitude
Sea Level
0 m

Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).

Getting there

Event location

Takapuna Beach, Tāmaki-makau-rau 0622, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)

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  • Beach Run
  • Multisport
  • Team Event
  • Trail

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