the race
56km, 42km, 30km, 21km & 6.5km individual events
The Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon caters for all runners with multiple distances and events on offer. The full marathon takes you on a journey through some breathtaking scenery as you traverse tussock lands, mountain ridges, beech forest and creeks, and spend some time alongside the Shotover River, where you can replenish and refresh with the pristine glacial water. The shorter distance events still give runners a chance to enjoy this amazing landscape...just with a little less vigour! The beautiful Moke Lake run is perfect for beginners!
Whether you're an experienced trail runner looking for a new challenge or a beginner who enjoys some variety as they run, there is an event at Shotover for you! Whatever your level of running, you'll want to take a camera with you on this trip as plenty of competitors deliberately take their time and enjoy the vista's across this private land, only accessible during the event. This is fast becoming one of our favourite events here at Trail Trips, as we love seeing so many runners of different ability levels from all around the world coming together to cross the finish line.
the place
Queenstown claims to be the adventure capital of the world and we're certainly not going to argue with them on that one! Everyone who has been on one of our Shotover Trail Trips knows that there's just so much on offer for runners and their families.
Some of our favourite things to do in Queenstown include:
Soaking in an Onsen Hot Pool overlooking the Shotover River...perfect to calm those pre run nerves or aid in the recovery once those legs have done their job.
Indulge in some healthy & delicious meals at one of the many eating spots on offer in town.
Sit by the Lake Wakatipu with a coffee and take in the views of Queenstown, whilst people watching visitors from all around the world.
Blow off some pre run nerves with a bit of laughter and speed on the Skyline Luge.
Take the Skyline Gondola up 450m above Queenstown and enjoy the absolutely stunning vistas
Strolling & shopping! Queenstown is extremely pedestrian friendly and there are plenty of nice walks along the lake and through the town. Shoppers are kept happy with a variety of shops on offer ranging from quaint local arts, crafts and clothes to bespoke Jewellery, local fashion designers and many many outdoor adventure shops for last minute running gear supplies.
Frisbee Golf - a perfect active recovery in the park after the event!
Last tour, we had guests jump out of a plane and enjoy the Shotover Jet Boat experience. There’s an incredible variety of things to do!
our package
TOUR PACKAGE TRIP INCLUDES:
GUARANTEED RACE ENTRY into the 2025 Shotover Moonlight Marathon event of your choice
Queenstown return airport transfers and all ground transfers during your stay including to any optional activities you choose to partake in! Suggested travel days; arrive Wednesday, depart Sunday.
2 nights premium accommodation in central Queenstown location at The Glebe in Queenstown, close to the lake, Botanic Gardens, shops & restaurants.
2 nights accommodation in Ben Lomond Lodge (including two breakfasts & two dinners) located on the same property the race is being held on - no long post race drive back into town!
Helicopter transfer to Shotover event start lines (not applicable to Ultra).
Day trip to beautiful, historic Arrowtown and a nice loosening trail run.
Mystery day trip trail run.
Discounts to Queenstown adventure activities
Nutrition pack
Trail Trips touring merchandise pack
Mystery trail run day trips in the region
Welcome buffet lunch at ‘Stratosphere’ - at the top of the Gondola!
Packages from $1425pp (twin share, race entry NOT* included)
*Race cost NOT included due to variation in prices between race distance options
Itinerary included Wed/Thursday nights in Queenstown, Saturday race, Friday/Saturday night at Ben Lomond property; so suggested travel dates are flights into Queenstown Wednesday, fly out Sunday midday-evening.