Harbour Crossing – 19 October 2024
Dive into the Adventure of a Lifetime
Conquer the Harbour Crossing and Elevate Your Bucket List
The Harbour Crossing is a world-renowned “bucket list” event that attracts participants from all over the globe. This unique and exhilarating swim across the Auckland Harbour, finishing in the bustling Viaduct, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Challenge Yourself, Transform Your Life
Setting and achieving this challenging goal will have a profoundly positive impact on your life. Through training and the sheer motivation to succeed, you’ll push your boundaries and unlock your true potential. Whether you choose the 3.2km Harbour Crossing or the 1.3km Harbour Cruise, this is your chance to create a lasting memory and cross an extraordinary feat off your bucket list.
Safety First, Adventure Guaranteed
Nervous about the open water? Don’t be! Our dedicated team of Surf Life Saving NZ experts, the Harbour Master, Coastguard, patrol vessels, and NZ Police have your back every stroke of the way. With our meticulous safety planning, you can dive in with confidence and focus on the thrill of achievement.
Enter Today, Change Your Life Forever
Set your challenge, feel the rush of accomplishment, and let this experience transform you. Enter the Harbour Crossing or Harbour Cruise today and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
Swims on offer:
- Harbour Crossing – 3.2km
- Harbour Cruise – 1.3km
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HARBOUR CROSSING & HARBOUR CRUISE MAP
HARBOUR CROSSING 3.2
HARBOUR CRUISE - 1.3km
NEW SWIM COURSE VIDEO
New finish line for the Harbour Crossing 3.2km and a new start line for the Harbour Cruise 1.3km
OLD AND NEW
Here you can easily see the old finish line in red in relation to the new finish line in blue.
WHATS CHANGED
🚨 Important Updates 🚨
There are two small changes we’d like to share:
- Due to the bridge repairs, the walking time from the start line bag storage area at the finish line to the ferry is now around 23 minutes. Please plan accordingly! We will be taking the EXPLORE Ferry (not Fullers 360) over to Bays water, The terminal for the EXPLORE FERRY leaves ferry terminal opposite the New Zealand Maritime Museum NOTE: there is a bag drop at the start line , find the Truck with the Ocean Swim signage to drop your bag in the Truck Bag Drop at the start line.
- For the Harbour Cruise participants, your start and finish line will now be the same, making things much easier for you!
Thanks for your understanding, and we’re looking forward to seeing you all on race day!
FERRY TICKETS SOLD OUT
🚨 Important Updates 🚨
Wow, what an incredible response! We're thrilled to announce that all our Ferry tickets are completely sold out. Thank you for your enthusiasm and support!
If you haven't received a confirmation email for your Ferry ticket purchase, it means you haven't secured one yet. But don't worry! There are still plenty of ways to get to the start line. We encourage you to carpool with fellow participants or reach out to friends who might be able to give you a lift.
We can't wait to see all of you at the event, and we're sure it's going to be an unforgettable experience!
GATORADE
We will have Gatorade at the finish line giving out a NEW flavour of drink for all out athletes. Make sure you bring you own cups if you are wanting water and of course the world famous Bananas will also be at the finish line to help fuel you back up.
NEW EXIT INFLATABLE DOCKS
But that's not all! We've gone above and beyond to ensure your experience is smoother than ever. Introducing our brand-new EXIT docks ( see below) —designed specifically to make it easier for you to get out of the water. Our dedicated volunteers will be there to assist you every step of the way, helping you up from the water and guiding you on a short, pleasant jog up the ramp to the wharf.
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 16th October 2024 | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm | Registration Series Pack pick up Swim T3 - 65 Carlton Gore Rd |
| Thursday 17th October 2024 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Registration Series Pack pick up Swim T3 - 65 Carlton Gore Rd |
| Friday 18th October 2024 | 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm | Registration Series Pack pick up Wynyard Basin - Jellicoe St - THE FINISHLINE |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 5:30 am | Harbour Crossing 3.2km Registrations Open & Swim Pack Pick up at Bayswater, NO Merch can be picked up here, Merch can only be picked up at the SwimT3 tent at the finishline |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 6:40 am | Charter Ferry Leaves from the EXPLORE FERRY TERMINAL (opposite New Zealand Maritime Museum, see maps above) to Bayswater for 3.2km Swim, NOTE: this is not a Fullers 360 ferry, this is a different location to previous years. |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 7:00 am | Harbour Cruise Registrations Open at Wynyard Basin at the Finish line |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 7:30 am | Harbour Crossing 3.2km Bag drop closes, Marine Parade Reserve |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 7:30 am | Harbour Crossing 3.2km Compulsory Safety Briefing, Marine Parade Reserve Bayswater |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 7:45 am | START - Harbour Crossing 3.2km Event |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 8:20 am | Harbour Cruise 1.3km Compulsory Safety Briefing, Wynyard Basin, Finish line |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 8:30 am | START - Harbour Cruise 1.3km Event |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 9:00 am | High Tide |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 9:30 am | Harbour Crossing 3.2km Cut off - Must make buoy 2 by 9:30 am |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 10:00 am | The Harbour Crossing Prize Giving |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 11:00 am | Crew Pack down |
| Saturday 19th October 2024 | 12:30 pm | Lunch and celebrations with the Crew - All Welcome - Meet at Good George |
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE ON THE HARBOUR
Ensure your best swim with comfort and vision to see that new finish line.
| Event | Age | Super Earlybird Price (16 June - 13 July) |
Earlybird Price (14 July - 10 Aug) |
Standard Price (11 Aug - 12 Oct) |
Event Day Price (13 Oct - 18 Oct) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2km Harbour Crossing | 12 yrs + | $109 | $119 | $129 | $139 |
| 1.3km Harbour Cruise | 10 yrs + | $75 | $80 | $85 | $90 |
Key Event Information
Event Day & General Info
Free with your Swim Entry
- Silicon swimming cap (you wear on event day)
- Branded finish line photo (digital sharing quality)
- Electronic timing device
- Water and a banana to refuel post event
- Trained lifeguards to watch over you while you swim and advanced medical personnel on site
Age Limits
3.2km Harbour Crossing – 12 years and above
1.3km Harbour Cruise – 10 years and above
Swim Caps & Start Groups
As part of your swim pack, you will receive a silicon swim cap. Each start group has a different coloured cap. Start groups are determined by the speed group you selected in the entry form. If you have swum with us already this season please bring your cap to minimise the number of caps you collect and reduce our environmental footprint.
The start groups are calculated by our operations team and are organised by speed groups & entry numbers. These can vary from event to event, unless you are a Multi Event pass swimmer, and we are reluctant to change these as it can affect results.
Speed 1 & 2 – Fastest swimmers
Mid 1 & 2 – Competitive but like a little bit more space on the start line
Comp 1 & 2 – Out there to challenge yourself and swim with friends and family
Results
Live results will be available as soon as you have crossed the finish line. If you cannot see your result or think there is an error, please come and see the team in registration as soon as possible and definitely BEFORE prizegiving. You can find the results here.
Post-event Nutrition
Once you have crossed the finish line one of our awesome crew will be there to meet you with water and a banana.
BYO Drink Bottle
As part of our goal to have a greener footprint, we will no longer be offering drinking cups so please remember to bring your own drink bottle. Thanks to the awesome team at the hydration station, you can fill your bottle with water. Look out for our water station and stay hydrated!
Bag transfer & Bag drop
Bag Transfer
3.2km swimmers – We will transfer a small gear bag from Bayswater to the finish line in the Wynyard Basin at the finish line for you. Please label your bags. The bag drop will close just before the compulsory safety briefing to make sure we get your bags back before you!
Bag Storage Area
All other swimmers, there will be a designated bag drop area for you at the main event site in the Auckland Viaduct. Please note that this is an all-care, no responsibility service so please don’t pack valuables.
Welcome to Tāmaki Makaurau - Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is an urban oasis. It’s where sparkling waters and lush landscapes meet city sophistication.
World-class shopping and phenomenal dining are never too far from harbours, islands, native bush and black-sand beaches. Go sky diving or whale watching, hike an ancient volcanic cone, sip local award-winning wine, or star gaze from the International Dark Sky Sanctuary of Great Barrier Island.
A multicultural city bursting with life, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland offers a host of rich cultural, creative and sporting events, festivals and theatre productions
1. Shop up a storm
Spend time exploring the shopping precincts, offering a world-class collection of boutique and designer stores, alongside art, electronics, jewellery, homewares, and high street fashion.
2. Please your palate
Auckland’s thriving food scene incudes an abundance of seafood, fresh produce and distinctive wines. Delight your culinary senses at an uber-cool eatery or head to a lively night market.
3. Hit the beach
You’re never far from the sea, whether it’s the black-sand surf beaches on the wild west coast or urban beaches close to the city centre.
4. Discover island time
Auckland’s magnificent Hauraki Gulf has over 50 beautiful islands, most are just a short ferry ride from the city centre, including Waiheke Island.
5. Dine by the sea
Dine overlooking the water at Viaduct Harbour or Wynyard Quarter, or pop over the Harbour Bridge to Takapuna for a laidback lunch by the beach.
6. Get out on the water
Experience Auckland’s sparkling harbours by sea kayak, join a dinner cruise or take a spin on a high-speed jet boat.
7. Bottle your taste buds with Auckland’s wineries
Spend a few hours – or a few days – exploring Auckland’s wine regions, where every glass is matched with beautiful scenery.
For more great things to see and do in Auckland, head to aucklandnz.com/visit
Safety
All Banana Boat New Zealand Ocean Swim Series events are patrolled by trained lifeguards and first aid qualified personnel who are present to assist you at all times.
So that the events are safe and enjoyable for all swimmers, there are some rules for the event. Find out more here.
