Miles of Sunshine, Memories for Life!

Chase your new PB on this fast, friendly course!

Discover Noosa, Australia like never before—run a flat, fast, and friendly course in the heart of this iconic coastal town, with multiple distances to suit every kind of adventurer. A race worth the journey and after the race, explore the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Australia!

Date: 23 May 2026
Duration: 3 nights
Location: Noosa, Australia
Surface: 100% on road

Choose Your Distance:

• Marathon: 42km
• Half Marathon: 21km
• 10km

Package Includes

• 3 Nights’ accommodation at the Sebel Noosa, 32 Hastings St, Noosa, Queensland, Australia
  Check in: Thurs 21 May 2026
  Check out: Sun 24 May 2026
• Post-race celebration drink
• Race day snack box breakfast
• Invite to Sports Travel Downunder Closed Facebook Group
• Exclusive code for runners to purchase a “Race Entry at 10% Discount”
• Comprehensive support from Sports Travel Downunder reps
• Detailed pre-race briefing
• Escorts to the marathon expo & race start

Room Options:

• One Bedroom Apartment
  $2,215 NZD per person / single supplement $3,195 NZD per person

Not Included

• Race Entry
• Airfares
• Airport/hotel transfers
• Travel Insurance
• Meals

Event Information

• Race Date: 23 May 2026
• Start Time:
• 6:15am for Marathon,
• 6.30am for Half Marathon,
• 9:15am for 10km

Course Overview

A unique multi-lap course – starting and finishing in the heart of Noosa only steps from Hastings Street and our accommodation. 100% road surface

Eligibility

• Marathon entrants must be 18 years of age on race day.
• Half-Marathon entrants must be 16 years of age.
• The minimum age to participate in the 10K is 10. Children under twelve must have an adult running with them

Number Pick-Up

Lions Park, Noosa Heads is open during the following times:

• Friday 22 May 2026: 10am – 7pm
• Sat 23 May 2026: 4:30am – 6:00am for Marathon and Half Marathon
• 6:30am – 8:45am for 10km
• *Times are subject to change and are dependent on race distance

What you will need to bring:

• QR Code (This will be sent to all Athletes Race Week)

Who can collect?
If you are unable to attend, another person can check-in on your behalf, providing they have a copy of your QR Code email

Awards

Everyone who finishes will receive a Finisher Medal. Prize money will be awarded to the top three Men & Women in the Marathon & Half-Marathon

Temperature

Average temperature is 23° C / 73°F

Difficulty

Flat Course

Rates

All taxes and pricing in NZD. Land Prices may change due to currency fluctuations

Reservations and Payments

A completed tour application along with a deposit of $500 per person must be received when booking before confirming your reservation. Final payment is due by 23 April 2026. Once we receive your deposit we will send your race link to book your spot.

Cancellations

All payments, including deposits, are non-refundable

Insurance

Trip cancellation, baggage, health, and accident insurance is highly recommended for all

All travellers must secure their own electronic visa to enter Australia and any required documentation