The Realnz Whakatipu Legend

The Realnz Whakatipu Legend Join the legends of the lake. Swim Lake Whakatipu - Winter event July 11 - 2026 or sail on the TSS Steamship March 20 - 2027.

The Whakatipu series of swims incorporate 3 open water swim distances from 1km to 3.8km. For some its about challenging themselves against the clock. For most it will be about entering the waters of the Whakatipu for the first time. Feeling the anxiety as they slowly wade in, then the excitement of the cold water on there bodies and challenging themselves to complete the desired distance. Taking in the view on every breathe and enjoying the clear pure water of the southern alps. Water Temperature in March will be approx 15/16 degrees but it could on the low side be 15. All the swims finish at Queenstown Bay beach close to the Bathhouse restaurant.

27/09/2026

It was a beautiful swim with Southern Lakes Swimming Club on there regular Saturday morning swim. Beautiful clear waters. Looking forward to the temperatures lifting soon 💙

The Southern Lakes Swim Series is a collection of unique swims in the lower half of the South Island of New Zealand cove...
06/09/2026

The Southern Lakes Swim Series is a collection of unique swims in the lower half of the South Island of New Zealand covering some of New Zealands most spectular fresh water lakes. These lake are some of the largest and most pristine in NZ or the world. Surrended by ice capped mountains and beach forests and clear crystals waters. For more information about the Swim Series: www.lakesswimseries.org 💙


📸Lake Manapouri on a perfect day in a . Completely broken after swimming the FEAR long swim from Lake Te Anau to Lake Manapouri - 35km

Only 200 days before we set sail for Chapter 8 🏊🏊 As we say goodbye to winter and hello to spring, we look forward to so...
30/08/2026

Only 200 days before we set sail for Chapter 8 🏊🏊 As we say goodbye to winter and hello to spring, we look forward to some warmer waters ahead.

Our lakes swim series as expanded to 5 beautiful locations in the lower half of the South Island. Pristine glacial wate...
10/08/2026

Our lakes swim series as expanded to 5 beautiful locations in the lower half of the South Island. Pristine glacial waters and unforgettable landscapes with every breath.
For more information visit the link 💙

The LakesSwimSeries is a collaboration between South Island NZ lake swim event organisors. A lakes swim series with a big cash prize winner. It's RadiKal.

A few more pics from last weekends winter swim 🏊
16/07/2026

A few more pics from last weekends winter swim 🏊

Making a splash for our winter swim event. Water temp recorded at 7.7 degrees with air temp 5 degrees. 📸 .marijn
13/07/2026

Making a splash for our winter swim event. Water temp recorded at 7.7 degrees with air temp 5 degrees.
📸 .marijn

Entries are now open for The RealNZ Whakatipu Legend 2027! 🌊🏆Spots for our signature 4km event are strictly limited to j...
11/07/2026

Entries are now open for The RealNZ Whakatipu Legend 2027! 🌊🏆Spots for our signature 4km event are strictly limited to just 240 participants, and they WILL sell out fast. Don't miss out on the challenge. Secure your spot today!
Get all the details and enter now: www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz

11/07/2026

40 swimmers set off for our winter event. Good news we had 40 swimmers return back to the beach 🏊‍♂️

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