From the Cook Islands Triathlon Association we extend a warm welcome to the 17^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.

A short video of the 2010 Triathlon has been posted and will give you a flavour of the event (you might find yourself in it somewhere if you did this race.)  <2010 Raro Tri Video>. 

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.

The 2011 Triathlon will be held from Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, 1:30pm, Saturday, 7th May 2011 (swim 1.5km, cycle 41.5km, run 10km).

In addition to the triathlon there will be The Boiler Swim (750m ocean swim) on Thursday, 5th May 2011, and the Tour de Raro (31k cycle race) on Tuesday, 10th May 2011.  These two events provide additional race opportunities for our international visitors and a chance to experience the area. 

If you are traveling from overseas we recommend you 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.

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

Entry & Fees

Entry Fees and details may be obtained by downloading the Triathlon Raro 2011 Entry Form form.

Visit the Race Entry section of this website for options on how to register and pay on-line.

No entries will be accepted after 5pm, 29 April 2011.  There are a limited number of entries that will be accepted, so nominate early if you plan on participating in 2011.

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.