Dunedin Otepoti ; Wildly Southern 24th-26th September 2027

In 2027, Spring Challenge heads south to the stunning city and region of Dunedin for our 21st edition.

Steeped in history, shaped by its proud university culture and surrounded by a spectacular natural playground, Dunedin is a city with adventure on its doorstep.
Rugged coastlines, rolling farmland, native forest, wild beaches and dramatic hills create an incredible landscape to explore.

Add Dunedin’s unmistakable southern character, welcoming, authentic, a little wild and always up for an adventure, and we have the perfect stage for the 21st Spring Challenge.

Three women. One team. One unforgettable southern adventure.

Event Dates 24-26 September 2027

Three women. One team. One unforgettable adventure. Spring Challenge heads south to Dunedin for its 21st year - bringing teams together for a weekend of adventure, challenge, teamwork and fun in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular regions.

T-Shirt Sizing

Event T-shirts are available in the following sizes: XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL

Size Guide

Entry Information

Team Changes, Refunds & Refund Protection

We know plans can change. Here’s everything you need to know about team changes, withdrawals, refunds and refund protection for Spring Challenge Dunedin 2027.

Team Changes

You can update team members and team details at any time up until event registration.

Entry Fee

One entry covers one team of three women.

XCover Refund Protection

We highly recommend adding XCover Refund Protection when you register.

Refund Protection is optional and can only be added at the time of registration. It may provide additional protection if unforeseen circumstances prevent your team from taking part, subject to XCover's Terms & Conditions.

View XCover Terms & Conditions

Withdrawals

If you have XCover Refund Protection
We’ll provide you with the information you need to contact XCover directly and make a claim. Any refund will be subject to XCover’s Terms & Conditions and eligibility requirements.

If you do not have XCover Refund Protection
The standard Spring Challenge refund policy below applies.

Refund Policy – Spring Challenge Dunedin 2027

  • 90% refund — withdrawal before 31 March 2027

  • 80% refund — withdrawal before 30 June 2027

  • 60% refund — withdrawal before 31 August 2027

  • 30% refund — withdrawal up to and including 12 September 2027

  • No refund — after 12 September 2027

Event Cancellation

If the event is cancelled within the final week due to severe weather, natural disaster, or other circumstances beyond the organisers’ reasonable control, no refunds will be issued.

Refund Protection & Insurance

Refund protection and any additional insurance are the responsibility of participants.

All teams will have the option to add XCover Refund Protection during registration. We strongly recommend considering this option to provide additional protection should unforeseen circumstances prevent your team from participating.