White Continent Triathlon
Minneapolis, MN
Wed, Jan 20, 2027
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2027
10361 Yates Drive North, Minneapolis MN
7–23°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Welcome
Welcome to the 2nd Annual – 2027 White Continent TriathlonTM!
Event Overview
- History: In December 2025, History was made. A group of 6 brave pioneer triathletes succeeded in completing the first ever swim, bike, run competition in Antarctica.
- Organizer: Marathon Adventures is happy to be the first, only, and pioneer in this arena.
- Event Limit: This event will be hosted in conjunction with our White Continent 50k, Marathon & Half-Marathon®. The Triathlon will be limited to 20 Triathletes.
- Distances: The swim will consist of up to a 400 meter swim, followed by a 20 km bike, and concluded with a 5km run. Final distances will be determined based upon final approval from governmental authorities.
Date & Location
- Event Date: The tentative dates for the 2027 WCT are: January 17-25, 2027.
- Location: 10361 Yates Drive North, Minneapolis, MN.
- Registration: We recommend registering as soon as possible as demand is high and spaces are going quickly.
- More Information: To find more information click on the links below. Or if you have any questions please e-mail us. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to helping make your dreams come true, too!
Event Info
The 2027 White Continent TriathlonTM is the only opportunity for those who want to complete a real triathlon (i.e., swim, bike, run) in Antarctica to achieve that goal.
- Sea Sickness Concern: For those of you who are prone to sea sickness, there is no need to worry. We will cross the Drake Passage at a smooth and comfortable 31,000 Feet.
- Pre-Marathon Comfort: You don’t need to be concerned with being sick the day prior to running the marathon, as you might if you were to boat across The Fiery Drake.
Price Info
- Double Occupancy: $15,350 (you will be rooming with another person you are traveling with).
- Single Occupancy: $15,950 (you will have a hotel room to yourself).
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