Wander Women Adventure Race: Whangarei
Saturday, 7 November 2026
Whangārei, Northland
The Wander Women Adventure Race on 7 November 2026 is based in Whangarei, Northland.
Teams of 2 or 4 receive a map and clue sheet at registration to use to trek/run and mountain bike their way around the course collecting checkpoints and completing fun mystery activities along the way. The team who gets the most points in the fastest time wins. There is a choice of a short or medium course option.
The short course is designed for beginners to adventure racing. Navigation is basic and appropriate for everyone and the Mountain bike portions will be non-technical. Entrants will need to be able to walk/jog approx. 5-7km off road, and mountain bike 10 – 15km. Most teams will finish between 2 and 6 hours.
The medium course is also designed for beginners, but the terrain is a bit tougher then the short course. Entrants will need to be able to jog/walk approx. 10-15km off road, and mountain bike approx. 25km on forestry roads and farmland. Most teams will finish between 5 and 9 hours.
This event is designed by women, for women and is suitable for both beginners and experienced adventure racers.
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Distances/Events
Adventure Race:
Short Course: 5-7K running & 10-15K MTB - 2 - 6 Hours
Medium Course: 10-15K running & 25K MTB - 5 - 9 Hours


