Palm to Shelly

If you’ve ever dreamed of swimming the length of Sydney’s spectacular Northern Beaches, the Palm to Shelly is your chance. This 24 km ocean challenge runs each April, tracing a stunning course from Palm Beach to Shelly Beach at Manly. Known as a proving ground for international channel aspirants, the Palm to Shelly attracts some of Australia’s best distance swimmers.

·       Distance & Timing: ~24 km; next event 11 April 2026.

·       Special Features: Iconic coastline, big-swell potential, and a reputation as the “Channel Trainer.”

·       How to Enter: Entry details and safety information via Another Level Performance.