10–11 April 2027
Kaikōura Adventure Race
Kaikōura
The race
About this course
The Kaikōura Adventure Race offers a variety of course lengths designed to accommodate teams of different fitness levels and abilities. With team sizes ranging from 2 to 4 members, participants can choose between four distinct options.
The longest course presents a challenging experience that includes mountain biking, trekking, navigation, and packrafting. As this event is part of the Adventure 1 sanctioned national series, teams must come prepared with their own rafts for this segment.
Shorter courses of 3, 6, and 12 hours will also feature mountain biking, trekking, and navigation, allowing for a variety of experiences within the stunning landscape of the Kaikōura District.
The precise course details and locations will remain undisclosed until closer to the event, adding an element of surprise and adventure. Situated conveniently between Christchurch and Blenheim, the race draws participants into the unique natural beauty and vibrant community of the area, enhancing the overall experience.
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Distances
Adventure Race - 3 Hours
Adventure Race - 6 Hours
Adventure Race - 12 Hours
Adventure Race - 48 Hours
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.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
Kaikōura, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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