Want to do a lap of one of the world’s most iconic beaches? The Bondi Bay Swim is your ticket. This 1km hit-out is perfect for first-time ocean swimmers, those looking for a fast, fun challenge, or anyone keen to get the arms moving before the main event.

This year, swimmers aged 10-12 years can also take part in a dedicated Junior Wave, giving younger ocean swimmers their own chance to experience the magic of swimming Bondi. It’s cruisy, splashy, and a whole lot of Bondi magic in one loop.

The main event. The one and only. This year, the coastal classic returns to its traditional direction, starting on the golden sands of Bondi Beach before heading south around spectacular Mackenzies Point and along Sydney’s breathtaking eastern coastline to the welcoming shores of Bronte.

You’ll swim past rugged sandstone cliffs, reefs and the famous surf breaks of Tamarama before sighting the finish arch on Bronte Beach. It’s one of Australia’s most iconic ocean swims, and in 2026 you’ll be part of a special chapter as the event celebrates its 25th anniversary.

If you’re after an epic ocean adventure, this one’s for you. Starting at Bondi, you’ll first head north to a turning buoy at Ben Buckler, then down the coast past Bronte Reef, all the way to Bronte Beach, then turn around and do it all again in reverse, finishing back on Bondi’s sand.

Open to all registered Bronte-to-Bondi swimmers, it’s winner-takes-all: $500 each for the first male and female across the line. No second place, no consolation — just pure surf sprinting and plenty of entertainment.