This race is as much about the competition as experiencing the local sights, culture and adventure … so for a truly unique experience, grab a partner and sign up for the 2011 Vanuatu Adventure Race.

ABOUT THE RACE

The Vanuatu Adventure Race is a Prologue / Staged Race format event.

The race will begin on the afternoon of 13 August (Day One) with a 2 hour mandatory prologue which will involve a trek/run rogaine through a number of villages to provide competitors with a feel for what is to come. Competitors will be required to interact with villagers to find some checkpoints.

An early start on Day Two (14 Aug) will see teams navigating, swimming, mountain biking, snorkeling and trekking until they reach the finish line. At the end of this day, teams will camp at a local village in preparation for an early morning start on Day Three (15 Aug) which will involve trekking and mountain biking.

COURSE INFORMATION

Navigation: teams will be required to navigate around the course using a map and compass. Competitors must be competent navigators.

Mountain Biking: teams will mountain bike over varying terrain ranging from sealed roads, rough dirt roads and tracks, open paddocks and village walking trails.

Roping/Abseiling: all roping equipment will be supplied by the race organisers. Competitors will be belayed by a guide whilst undertaking any roping activity. No prior roping/abseiling experience is required.

Trekking/Coasteering: teams will travel by foot through local villages, along dirt roads & trails, side tracks, down creeks and through dense rainforest.

Swimming: the event will see competitors swimming. Only one team member is required to do the first swim whilst the other team member carries the gear.

Snorkeling: cool off whilst enjoying the great underwater views. All snorkeling gear will be provided.

Mystery Activities: it wouldn’t be a mystery if we told you. You will find out more when you step up to the plate.

TRAVEL PACKAGES

Vanuatu Escapes can arrange flight and accommodation packages which include an excess baggage allowance of 20kg per competitor travelling with a bike.

7-night packages start from $1039 ex-Brisbane and $1089 ex-Sydney (per person, twin share).

Please click here to download detailed package information.

Race registrations for the 2011 event are now open online. Please click here.