5 - 6 April 2025

WELCOME TO CHALLENGE SIR BANI YAS
THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION TRIATHLON
An event like no other, set on the stunning Sir Bani Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, where you will race, spend time with your supporters and take part in a wide range of activities and excursions. From sunset DJ sessions to horseback riding through a nature reserve filled with local wildlife, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
As the first long-distance race in the Middle East, this event combines the thrill of competition with the perfect escape for friends and family. Relax and focus on your race while soaking in the entertainment, breathtaking surroundings, and the joy of achieving your personal best. Meanwhile, your loved ones can participate in their own events and enjoy all the post-race celebrations.
Challenge Sir Bani Yas is more than a race—it’s an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss.
ABOUT THE RACE
Race Information
Offering not only the first Long-distance triathlon in the Middle East, Challenge Sir Bani Yas, will also hosts a race for every athlete, with our Middle and Olympic distance races, and a wide selection of Community races, making it a real family affair!
UAE Residence only
Challenge Sir Bani Yas Middle and Olympic Distance Races – have been officially recognised as qualification events for residents of the UAE who want to compete for a spot on TEAM UAE in the World Triathlon Championships 2025 in Australia.
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Making history as the UAE's first long distance triathlon, set in one of triathlon's most enviable destinations.
The Cruise Ship
Your all-inclusive accommodation is on-board a cruise ship and will be your home away from home during the event. With a wide selection of restaurants, kids’ activities and entertainment for all, the cruise ship provides a one of a kind starting point for your challenge.
Sir Bani Yas Island
Sir Bani Yas Island, one of the eight desert islands of Al Dhafra, offers a dramatic landscape that is home to stunning wildlife, a range of family-friendly adventure activities, and historical sites. It’s one of the region’s largest wildlife reserves, home to more than 17,000 free-roaming animals, including Arabian oryx, gazelles, giraffes, hyenas and cheetahs.




