First Light Marathon

20 Jan 2024

The definitive source for all things race-related: everything you need to know before, during, and after race day.

Race Information

Find all the important practical information about the race.

Route & Elevation

Familiarize yourself with the race's elevation profile and route.

Results

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Race Videos & Photos

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Like all Albatros Adventure Marathons, the First Light Marathon is designed to be more than just a race. It's also about enjoying time together with family, friends and other running-minded spirits and immersing yourself in a new culture. Spectators welcome!

In order to register for First Light Marathon, you must sign up for one of the tour packages.

Packages

First Light Marathon 2024- 5 days Māori Cultural Experience

18 - 22 Jan | 5 days | 1490 NZD

1 night at a hotel in Tairāwhiti Gisborne and 3 nights at a Marae

First Light Marathon 2024: 5-day package

18 - 22 Jan | 5 days | 1590 NZD

4 nights in Tairāwhiti Gisborne

First Light Marathon 2024: Residents of Aotearoa New Zealand

20 - 20 Jan | 1 days | 100 NZD

First Light Marathon 2024: Local Entry

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Aotearoa New Zealand is a land of many wonders. From dazzling night skies to killer surf to the rich, indigenous Māori culture, come experience all that the country has to offer.

The First Light Marathon is more than just a marathon - it's a journey through Aotearoa New Zealand! The adventurous can get up-close-and-personal with stingrays, catch some waves on a surf lesson, or visit the sacred mountain, Maunga Hikuranga. For those who prefer a more relaxed vacation, renowned beaches and world-class wineries beckon.

Excursions

Learn to Surf

21 Jan | 3 hours | 130 NZD

Hop on a surfboard and get crash course in riding the waves

Tolaga Bay and hike to Cooks Cove

21 Jan | 5 hours | 75 NZD

Hike Cooks Cove Walkway and learn the history of local iwi Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti

Maunga Hikurangi

21 Jan | 8 hours | 420 NZD

Embark on a tour to the sacred mountain that is the first to greet the sun each day

Gisborne Astro Tours

20 Jan | 2 hours | 120 NZD

Marvel at the celestial wonders of the Southern Hemisphere.

Stingray Encounter

19 Jan | 2.5 hours | 150 NZD

Take a reef ecology tour and meet Stingrays, Eagle Rays, and other reef dwellers.

Extensions

Hobbiton & Bay of Plenty

15 - 18 Jan | 4 days | 1590 NZD

Pretour overland from Auckland to Gisborne

Lakes and Legends

22 - 27 Jan | 6 days | 2990 NZD

Trek the Tongariro Pass, relax in a Polynesian spa, and marvel at cavernous glowworms on this exciting tour.

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From history and culture to cuisine and customs, get to know to Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Travel partners

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Look here for a list of travel partners who offer First Light Marathon packages with flights.

We partner with a number of travel agents around the world, who can offer you the First Light Marathon and holiday package including flights from your country.