Tarawera Ultra-Trail Events
Tarawera Ultra-Trail by UTMB is New Zealand's Premier trail running event held in Rotorua, New Zealand’s birthplace of tourism.
Tarawera (T100) - 20 weeks
Distance: 102km
Race Start Date: Feb 14, 2026
Program Start Date: Sept 29, 2025
Program Duration: 20 Weeks
Available to non-members: No
Elevation Gain: 2,200m+
Cut-Off: 24 hours
Our Tarawera 102km Program is a 20-week plan crafted to prepare you for New Zealand’s premier 100km ultra, taking you through stunning lakes, lush native bush, and geothermal landscapes.
Starting in Kawerau and finishing in Rotorua, this point-to-point course offers runnable trails, scenic beauty, and on-course support, making it an iconic bucket-list event for endurance athletes.
What This Program Gives You
The T102 Program is designed to help you build the endurance, strength, and mental resilience needed to complete the Tarawera Ultra 102km with confidence.
The program includes progressive long runs, hill-specific training, and pacing strategies to help you manage the elevation gain and distance. Alongside the physical training, you’ll receive mindset coaching, nutrition guidance, and mobility exercises to support recovery and injury prevention.
Whether you’re stepping up to your first 100km ultra or aiming to improve your performance, this program provides the tools to help you navigate technical trails, stay strong through challenging climbs, and enjoy the journey from start to finish.
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Distance: 52km
Race Start Date: Feb 14, 2026
Program Start Date: Sept 29, 2025
Program Duration: 20 Weeks
Available to non-members: No
Elevation Gain: 1,150m+
Cut-Off: 12 hours
Our Tarawera 50km Program is a 20-week plan tailored to help you build the strength, endurance, and resilience required for the T50 course.
Starting at Te Puia in Rotorua, the route takes you through stunning geothermal landscapes, native bush, and along three iconic lakes before finishing at the Village Green in downtown Rotorua.
Designed for first-time ultra runners and experienced trail enthusiasts alike, the T50 offers a welcoming and scenic entry into the world of ultra-running.
What This Program Gives You
The T50 Program focuses on endurance, pacing strategies, and hill-specific training to prepare you for long runnable sections and technical trails. It includes strength and mobility work to help you stay strong through climbs and descents, yoga sessions to aid recovery, and mindset coaching to build mental resilience for long efforts.
Whether you're looking to step up from a marathon or take on your first ultra, this program provides comprehensive support to ensure you're strong, confident, and ready to tackle the trails on race day.
SIGN UP TO OUR ALL IN MEMBERSHIPTarawera (T21) - 12 weeks
Distance: 23km
Race Start Date: Feb 14, 2026
Program Start Date: Nov 24, 202
Program Duration: 12 Weeks
Available to non-members: No Elevation: 400m+
Cut-Off: 9 hours
Our Tarawera 21km Program is a 12-week plan designed to prepare you for the runnable trails, undulating terrain, and unique thermal landscapes that define the T21 course.
Starting at the stunning Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) and finishing in downtown Rotorua, this event combines New Zealand’s natural beauty with the camaraderie and energy of the Tarawera Ultra.
What This Program Gives You
The T21 Program focuses on building endurance, strength, and confidence for long trail efforts. Designed specifically for runnable trails, it includes structured training sessions to help you manage pace over varied terrain, strength and mobility exercises to reduce injury risk, yoga for recovery, and mindset coaching to keep you focused during the race.
Whether you're new to trail running or looking to experience the iconic Tarawera Ultra atmosphere, this program gives you the tools to feel strong and capable on race day, finishing with a smile and a deep sense of accomplishment.
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