Napier Triathlon Festival
We are excited to be partnering with Tri NZ, as part of the festival weekend and welcome our NZ and international triathletes to join us. Ocean swimming has been growing in popularity over the last 20 years, with many thousands participating in events around the country. The Napier Port Ocean Swim is part of the national calendar of ocean swims, and an iconic community event in the Hawke’s Bay sporting calendar.
About Our Event
Our Story
The Napier Port Ocean Swim is brought to you by the Napier Aquahawks Swim Club, in association with Surf Life Saving New Zealand, Sport Hawke’s Bay and TriHB.
We acknowledge the support and commitment of our main sponsor, Napier Port.
Saturday 22nd Feb 2025
We are excited to be partnering with Tri NZ, as part of the festival weekend and welcome our NZ and international triathletes to join us. Ocean swimming has been growing in popularity over the last 20 years, with many thousands participating in events around the country. The Napier Port Ocean Swim is part of the national calendar of ocean swims, and an iconic community event in the Hawke’s Bay sporting calendar.
Event Preparation
New to ocean swimming? Join a local training group or gain experience with Sport Hawkes Bay's Open Water Swim Confidence Series, held this summer at Ahuriri Beach, Hot Chick Carpark. Read more >
Event Venue
The Napier Port Ocean Swim is held in the relatively sheltered waters along Napier's Hardinge Road. This allows a grand spectacle for supporters along the domain and walkways next to the course. A carnival atmosphere will be created with support from the wider Ahuriri district with its many cafés and bars.
Individual Events
200m Pak n Save Napier Kids Classic
Take the plunge, learn about water safety and have some fun! This is a race just for the kids. Water safety will be controlled by members of Surf Life Saving New Zealand. Read more >
500m Individual Hydraulics Hawke’s Bay Dash
This is an ideal swim for those stepping up from the 200m Kids Classic and those new to open water swimming and just want to “give it a go”. Read more >
1km Individual HB Regional Council Classic
A great stepping stone toward the longer swim if that’s your goal, or just rejoice in the achievement of swimming 1km in the ocean. Read more >
2.5km Individual Arena Ultimate
The ultimate test of your ocean swimming ability – take the challenge! Read more
Team Events
500m Teams Brayden Coldicutt Dash
The start of the 500m Teams Higgins Dash race is near the lighthouse. Spot prizes available. Read more >
1km Teams Napier City Council Classic
Challenge yourself and your friends and dive in to a 1km team swim. Read more >
