Challenge Wānaka
A long-distance triathlon of 2 km swim, 80 km bike and 18 km run, with a swim and bike aquabike option.
- when
- 20 February 2027
- where
- Wānaka
- cost
- Paid
- kind of event
- Run, ride, race
From Challenge Wānaka, checked 6 October 2026.
| When | Saturday, 20 February 2027 |
| Where | Wānaka |
| Cost | Not stated on the home page (entry fees page) |
| Good with kids | Not aimed at children |
| Can you take part | Yes, visitors can join in; see the organiser for entry and any limits |
| Organiser | Challenge Wānaka (opens in a new tab) |
What it changes in town
Road closures and cycle traffic around Wānaka and Hāwea on race day.
Getting there
Wānaka is 67 km from central Queenstown, about 1 h (Crown Range) or 1 h 15 (117 km via Cromwell) by car (Crown Range Road over the 1,076 m summit, chains when signed; SH6 via Cromwell is the wet-weather road). Without a car: SkyDrive four times a day from Athol Street and the airport (about 1 h 15), InterCity daily (about 1 h 45).
Around the same time
- Outlet Backyard Ultra WānakaSaturday, 27 February 2027 · Outlet Camp Wānaka
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Source: Challenge Wānaka, checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.