20Mar
1km The Bay Swim
Water sports
- Distance
- 1K
- Countdown
- 142 days
- Entry fee
- $60.00
The Whakatipu Legend
Queenstown,
Otago,
New Zealand
142 days left
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Date
20 Mar, 2027
Races
5 distances
Entry fee
$45.00 – $220.00
Runner rating
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Website
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The Whakatipu Legend
About the event
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Whakatipu with our unique open water swim events on March 20, 2027. Whether you're building confidence or seeking adventure, there's an option for everyone. Begin your journey with a leisurely 1km swim to acclimate yourself in the glacial waters. For those ready to explore further, the 2km event takes you deeper into the serene lake.
Our flagship events offer a truly memorable experience: the 4km and 7km swims start from aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw steamship as dawn breaks over the Remakables mountain range. Swimmers then have two thrilling choices to reach Queenstown Bay—take a gentle leap off the boat or dive into an exhilarating 3.5km plunge straight from the bow, navigating through stunning scenery back to shore.
Immerse yourself in this challenging yet rewarding swim that combines history and natural beauty for an unforgettable aquatic adventure.
Our flagship events offer a truly memorable experience: the 4km and 7km swims start from aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw steamship as dawn breaks over the Remakables mountain range. Swimmers then have two thrilling choices to reach Queenstown Bay—take a gentle leap off the boat or dive into an exhilarating 3.5km plunge straight from the bow, navigating through stunning scenery back to shore.
Immerse yourself in this challenging yet rewarding swim that combines history and natural beauty for an unforgettable aquatic adventure.
Races offered
20Mar
2km The Beacon Swim
Water sports
- Distance
- 2K
- Countdown
- 142 days
- Entry fee
- $75.00
20Mar
4km The Whakatipu Legend
Water sports
- Distance
- 4K
- Countdown
- 142 days
- Entry fee
- $170.00
20Mar
The Secondary South Island School Champs
Water sports
- Distance
- 2K
- Countdown
- 142 days
- Entry fee
- $45.00
20Mar
Triple Challenge - 4km - 2km - 1km
Water sports
- Distance
- 7K
- Countdown
- 142 days
- Entry fee
- $220.00
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for March in Queenstown.
Temperature9.4° / 17.8°
Feels like8.0° / 16.4°
Sunshine hours9h 14m
Rainfall3.9 mm
Snowfall—
Wind5.0 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity74.8%
Max UV indexLow (2.8)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:41
Sunset20:04
About Queenstown
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Queenstown is a world renowned resort town in the South Island of New Zealand. The town sits on the edge of Lake Wakatipu and is surrounded by the Southern Alps.
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