South Island Virtual Run/Walk Challenge

Welcome to our next iconic Virtual Challenge. These are some very popular spots in the South Island that we have chosen to celebrate with the Event Promotions South Island Virtual Run/Walk Challenge. Take on this amazing virtual challenge starting on the Monday 24th August and finishing on the 6th September.

Challenge:
To run and/or walk 32km or 60km in 2 weeks (14 days).

When?
Monday 24th August to Sunday 6th September.

Where?
Anywhere and everywhere, in line with alert level guidelines of course. Run or walk around your neighbourhood, your favourite tracks, your local park, through the city or around your house – you decide.

Both the Routeburn Track and the Abel Tasman Costal Track have over 280,000 visitors annually between them.

We have two great distances the Abel Tasman Costal Track at 60km which is perfect for those who are needing something to keep them motivated to get through the last couple weeks of winter and a good challenge for the older children in your family or the shorter Routeburn Track which is a great family or people looking for a shorter challenge allowing the whole family to get involved and take on the 32km track which is an average of 2.2km a day.

Abel Tasman Costal Track - 60km
The Abel Tasman National Park is one of the smallest in New Zealand but by far one of the most popular with its lush forests, golden sands and azure waters. Along with secluded coves, islands, inlets and hidden beaches spread throughout the park.

The Abel Tasman is spectacular all year round which makes it the perfect new track for our virtual events. While out completing your distance envision the beauty of the azure waters and golden sands taking you on a tropical experience.

Routeburn Track - 32km
The Routeburn is placed inland of the deep south and is considered the ultimate alpine adventure, taking you through ice-carved valleys and below the majestic peaks of the southern Alps. With the highest point of the track reaching 1,255 metres above sea level as you can imagine the views are simply stunning.

The track has changing terrain ranging from native bush to an exposed alpine environment. Although this track is shorter at 32km it provides some challenging uphill climbs and exposure to all kinds of weather.