www.taraweraultra.co.nz

Tarawera Ultramarathon by UTMB

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Rotorua, Waikato, New Zealand

calendar_today 14 Feb, 2026 – 15 Feb, 2026

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About the Event

Answer the call of the wild at the Tarawera Ultra-Trail by UTMB® from February 14-15, 2026, in Rotorua, New Zealand. Immerse yourself in a living landscape, traversing sacred trails that weave past eight glistening lakes, powerful waterfalls, and lush native forests. This is more than a race; it's a journey through the inspiring stories of the land and its people. Choose your challenge from the T21, T50, T102, or TMiler distances, each designed on runnable terrain to foster personal achievement. Become part of the trail running whānau (family), where a spirit of manaaki (hospitality) ensures every runner is supported. Discover your potential in a truly breathtaking corner of the world.

Races Offered

TUM21

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 23K

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Type — Running

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09:00

TUM102

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 103K

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Type — Running

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-10 days remaining

TUM50

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 52K

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-10 days remaining

TUMMiler

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 163K

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Type — Running

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-10 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Rotorua.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 14.7° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 13.9° / 21.5°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.4 /

water_drop 82.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 14.7° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 13.9° / 21.5°

air 11.4 km/h

water_drop 82.2%

About Rotorua

Learn more about the host city, Rotorua.

Rotorua is the geothermal wonderland of New Zealand, with easily experienced Māori culture, family activities and a range of outdoor adventure activities such as white-water rafting and mountain biking.