Search
#wānaka
Quick Links
The Motatapu is a bucket list event with the following awesome events offering challenging yet achievable courses.
The Motatapu Valley
6th March 2027

This is your only chance to see this beautiful valley on private land!

47km Emerson’s Mountain Bike (e-bike option available)
42km Trail Marathon
15km UDC Finance Miners Trail
52km Rab Ultra Run
4km Jennian Homes Junior Trail Run

Held on one epic day, it is your one chance a year to experience the breathtaking high country terrain and traverse the Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe Stations between Wanaka and Queenstown. It’s a bucket-list off-road event with challenging yet achievable courses, which attracts close to 4000 participants a year. The Motatapu is a hugely enjoyable and social event, famous for its relaxed southern vibe and huge camaraderie.

Getting Here