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 i
08/07/2026
Epic adventures in the Wakatipu. Definitely a challenge at this time of the year 🥶 Looking forward to seeing Jemimah on Saturday.
Teen gears up to swim length of Lake Wakatipu Swimming the length of Lake Wakatipu in the middle of winter is just part of the training schedule for a Dunedin teenager. Otago Polytechnic sport...
07/07/2026
At present, it’s looking like a classic winters day for our winter edition of the Whakatipu Legend. Blue skies, snow capped mountains, calm winds and cold air temperatures. The 9 degree water temperature may feel like a welcome relief with an expected high of 5 degrees 🥶
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Entries open next Sunday for our main event
The RealNZ Whakatipu Legend March 20th 2027
To celebrate, the first 50 entries receive a 10% discount.
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27/06/2026
Colour, cold and clear blue skies. Southern Lakes Swimming Club on there weekly Saturday morning swim. Minus 4 temps makes the 9 degree water seem a relief at first. Perfect acclimation for our Whakatipu Legend Winter swim - 11th July.
13/06/2026
Weekend Whakatipu swims. A light southerly and 10 degrees was enough for shrinkage 🥶 Still waiting for the snow fairies for some true winter swimming ❄️
11/06/2026
- it maybe timed but our winter event is more about a community of people who embrace something that’s a little less mainstream. It’s more about the stiff jawed post swim conversations and discussions on how 8 degrees didn’t feel so bad to begin with……
Come and join us July 11. For more info and entries go to: www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz
27/05/2026
🎉 Join the the fun this week at Snow Fest 2026 with a proper wake-up call and join the Polar Plunge in Lake Whakatipu!
⛷ Dust off your best retro ski gear and take the plunge into Lake Whakatipu alongside a crew of equally brave (and boldly dressed) legends. Think neon, one-pieces, headbands - the louder, the better.
☕ After the dip, warm up with hot coffee, fresh pastries, and a few well-earned giveaways.
🗓 Date: Friday 29 May 2026
🇳🇿 Location: Lakefront (across from The Bathhouse)
⏰ Time: Meet at 7:30am | Plunge at 8:00am
Capacity: Limited – registration required
FOC Event | Event Waiver Mandatory
https://www.coronetpeak.co.nz/events/june/snow-fest-polar-plunge/
24/05/2026
Thumbs up who's joining us 👍 July 11 we will be holding our fun, low key winter swim event in the heart of Queenstown. With snowmelt running from the mountains the water should be between 8-10 degrees and if we are lucky, a frosty 1 degree air temperature, though previously its been a very comfortable 10 degrees. We can only hope 💙 Entries are open @ www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz 🏊♂️❄
Winter is coming 💙🏊♂️