From the Cook Islands Triathlon Association we extend a warm welcome to the 16^th annual Air New Zealand Rarotonga International Triathlon.

We invite you to experience a triathlon in an island paradise - a swim in warm clear water of one of the South Pacific’s most beautiful lagoons, a cycle around the entire island and a run along palm fringed roads.

If you are looking for a different sort of race, this is one that most club level and age group competitors will enjoy. This race is high in enjoyment and with the opportunity to sample Polynesia – its islands and its laid back lifestyle.

The event was recently covered in the September 2009 issue of the New Zealand Multisport and Triathlete magazine, and was previously reported on in the July 2008 issue.

For general information on the Cook Islands, please visit the Cook Islands Tourism site www.cookislands.travel

For your car or scooter hire please support one of the event sponsors: Island Car and Bike Hire.

Latest News

• Triathlon results may be downloaded from the Results section
• A race report and link to a short video of the 2010 Triathlon has been posted and may be accessed from this link: 2010 Raro Tri Video

Race Information

The Triathlon will be held from Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, 1:30pm, Saturday 1^st May 2010 (swim 1.5km, cycle 41.5km, run 10km.

In addition to the triathlon there will be The Boiler Swim (750m ocean swim) on Thursday, 29th April 2010, and the Tour de Raro (31k cycle race) on Tuesday, 4th May 2010.  These two events provide additional race opportunities for our international visitors and a chance to experience the area.

For further race information refer to the About the Race section of this website.

Go to the Events section for a complete list of events which will be taking place on the days leading up to and following the triathlon.

If you are traveling from overseas you will want to take advantage of these events, all of which are of a social nature yet with a competitive edge for some.  They are appropriate for all skill levels from first timers to elites.

Entry & Fees

Entry should be on the Triathlon Raro 2010 Entry Form form accompanied with the fees. No entries will be accepted after 5pm, 29 April 2010. The official 2010 entry form may be downloaded from the Race Entry section of this website, along with options on how to register and pay on-line.

Prizes

Modest prize money along with sponsors products applies for the event, however the main reason for you entering should be to have fun, enjoy the challenge and even make a sporting holiday of it. The first male and female competitors will win return air tickets sponsored by Air New Zealand. 

Competitors must be present at the prize giving dinner to claim prizes.

Should you require any further information please contact Jennie George on email: jennie@oyster.net.ck.