The Kaikoura Adventure Race is a traditional adventure race with 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour course lengths on offer. All courses will be designed to ensure that the strongest teams are challenged while still being achievable for all. There will be short course options available to those teams unable to complete the full course in the allotted time.  The South Island Secondary Schools Adventure Racing Championships and an open-eligibility high school event will be hosted alongside the Kaikoura Adventure Race.

Located in the Kaikoura District, just 2 hours drive north from Christchurch and 2 hours south from Blenheim, the exact location and course will be kept secret until closer to the event. At the pre-event briefing teams will be provided with marked maps and course notes which will provide valuable insight into the course ahead.

The event is hosted as a fundraiser for Kaikoura High School, local community and adventure racing groups.