Course & Elevation

The Tauranga Marathon features a scenic route through the coastal city and surrounding areas, starting and finishing at The Strand waterfront. The course incorporates rolling terrain with views of the Bay of Plenty, passing through residential areas, parklands, and returning along the scenic coastal route. Mostly flat with gentle undulations, making it accessible for runners seeking a challenging yet achievable marathon experience.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 17°C

Humidity 72%

Rain Chance 35%

Autumn conditions in Tauranga bring mild temperatures and moderate winds from the Tasman Sea. May typically offers pleasant running weather with occasional rain showers and good visibility for coastal scenery.

Registration

Registration Opens January

Registration Closes April

Entry Cost NZ$155-185

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The race starts and finishes at The Strand, Tauranga's iconic waterfront precinct with direct views of Mount Maunganui
▸ Tauranga is known as the 'Kiwifruit Capital of the World' and May is part of the autumn harvest season
▸ The course passes through several of the Bay of Plenty's most scenic parks including Jubilee Park and McLaren Falls Park sections
▸ Local pacemakers are provided to help runners target specific finish times, supporting a strong community-focused event culture

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