2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge
- Distances from 1km to 5km
At a glance
- Distances
- 1 km · 2 km · 5 km
- Where
- Sea · Bicheno SLSC, Bicheno, Tasmania, Australia
- Entry fee
- 1 km: 30 AUD · 2 km: 40 AUD · 5 km: 70 AUD
- Registration
- bichenoslsc.com.au
About the race
Part of the 2XU Ocean Swim Series, the Diamond Island Challenge is an amateur open water swimming event held in Tasmania.
Course
Course around a series of buoys off Waubs Beach.
Course around a series of buoys off Waubs Beach.
Clockwise course from Waubs Beach along the coast and around Diamond Island, following a shallow route along Redbill Beach to a sandbar checkpoint, then returning to Waubs Beach.
Previous editions
Since 2009
How to get there
Hobart Airport (HBA) is 18km away. There are no trains in Tasmania. To reach Diamond Island (Bicheno), rent a car from the airport (approximately 2h 30min drive via A3). Parking is available at Redbill Beach. A car is highly recommended to explore the east coast.
2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge
Frequently asked questions
- What distances does 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge offer?
- 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge offers 1 km, 2 km, and 5 km.
- How much is the entry fee for 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge?
- Entry fees by distance: 1 km: 30 AUD · 2 km: 40 AUD · 5 km: 70 AUD. Early bird pricing ends 23 March, after which entries increase by $10. Kids swim available for $15.
- Where does 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge take place?
- 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge is a sea swim. Location: Bicheno SLSC, Bicheno, Tasmania, Australia.
- How do I register for 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge?
- The reference page for registering for 2XU Ocean Swim Series - Diamond Island Challenge is https://www.bichenoslsc.com.au/devil-of-a-swim.
Where to stay
Bicheno offers a range of stays suited for a coastal race weekend. Visitors can choose from modest local holiday shacks, family-run motels near the harbor, or caravan parks with direct beach access. Expect to pay between 150 and 350 AUD per night depending on the proximity to the surf club. Most properties are within walking distance of the start line, allowing for an easy commute on race morning.
Things to do nearby
Between heats, the area invites exploration of the rugged coastline. Visitors can take guided walks to witness the granite formations of the Freycinet Peninsula, try sea kayaking around the rocky inlets, or visit the Bicheno Blowhole. For a taste of the region, local cellar doors and seafood shacks offer fresh Tasmanian produce, providing a perfect recovery environment after the swim.
Swimmers
What to see around
1. Freycinet National Park (Wineglass Bay): iconic trekking. 2. Bicheno Blowhole: natural spectacle. 3. Bicheno Penguin Tours: local wildlife observation. 4. Douglas-Apsley National Park: rainforest excursions. 5. Cape Tourville Lighthouse: panoramic ocean views.
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