Entry information
Entries are online only. The Department of Conservation allows 250 runners.
The RealNZ Rakiura Challenge Trail Run takes place on 2 October 2027 in Rakiura National Park, Stewart Island. The Department of Conservation (DOC) has granted a concession for 250 runners.
Fees
- Two meals and prize giving ticket
- Event t-shirt and sponsor product
- Discounted Stewart Island Flights and RealNZ ferry fares
- Transport to the start line
- Friday and Saturday night meals with all runners
- Prize giving ticket
- Transport to and from the start line to support your runner
- For supporters under 15 at the time of the event
- Same meals, prize giving and transport as a supporter ticket
Once you've entered and paid, you'll get a confirmation email confirming your place.
Travel deals
Stewart Island Flights and Stewart Island Ferries offer a discounted rate to Rakiura Challenge competitors and registered supporters. Contact the operators directly, say you've registered for the run and quote your registration number.
Stewart Island Flights
03 218 9129
Stewart Island Ferries
0800 656 501
Waiting list
If registrations fill up, a waiting list is created in case of cancellations. Email admin@rakiurachallenge.co.nz and organisers will let the next person on the list know when a place is available.
Refund policy
A refund of 50% of the entry fee is made if you tell organisers you're withdrawing before 1 September 2026. After that date the entry fee is not refundable.
Read the waiver
I/We accept all conditions of entry, while recognising and agreeing that trail running and walking are inherently risky and physically challenging undertakings. I/We attest to having read all information supplied in the entry form or website and enter this event knowing the risks and demands involved.
Therefore I/We take all responsibility for my/our fitness, experience, actions, and occurrences during this event. As such I/We, my family, heirs, and executors of any estate discharge the event organisers, sponsors and all other persons involved in this event of any liability, claims or damages relating to personal injury, loss, or damage of equipment, or any matter arising from the event. I understand that if extreme weather or other "acts of god" force changes, postponement, or cancellation of the event, the entry fee is non-refundable. I authorise my name, voice, and picture to be used, without payment, in any capacity relating to the event.
