Plane Crazy — Australia vs. New Zealand
Get ready for a rivalry like no other! For the very first time, *The Amazing Race* is pitting Australia against New Zealand in an epic showdown – *The Amazing Race Australia vs. New Zealand*. Ten teams of two—five representing Australia and five from New Zealand—will embark on an extraordinary journey spanning ten countries, six continents, and nearly 90,000 kilometers. This isn't just a race; it’s the adventure of a lifetime. Each week, the last team to cross the finish line will face elimination, all vying for the ultimate prize: $250,000. But beyond the competition, a fascinating question emerges: Will teams unite under their national banner, or will individual ambition and personal drive overshadow any sense of patriotic loyalty?
Composed of five teams from Australia and five from New Zealand, the competitors will commence their expedition at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
Following a night of restful sleep, the teams journeyed from New Zealand to Siem Reap, a city in northwestern Cambodia.
The remaining teams journey from Cambodia into Thailand on foot, before facing a lengthy bus ride to reach their final destination.
The final teams journey to Namibia, in Africa, where they encounter the continent's wild inhabitants. A palpable tension hangs in the air, threatening to erupt into violence between Kiwis Jono and Johnny.
The biting cold of St. Petersburg, Russia, presents an immediate challenge for any team arriving there. Meanwhile, a crucial task – the re-coding of naval flag signals – threatens to fracture existing alliances.
Without respite, the teams continue their race toward central Russia. Following a protracted journey by train, they now confront a contest between nations, where those representing the losing side face the looming threat of elimination.
The teams journey to Lisbon, Portugal, where they are first guided through fundamental exercises in singing, numerical recognition, and meticulous reading of their clues. Meanwhile, newlyweds Ashleigh and Jarrod confront the most significan…
The Portuguese teams journey to Croatia, arriving in the ancient city of Dubrovnik, where they find themselves navigating the labyrinthine network of old cobblestone streets. Success in these demanding trials hinges not just on physical str…
Across the vibrant sprawl of Buenos Aires, Argentina, teams compete in a spirited race. Their challenge: to master the art of preparing a horse for polo, to embody the passion of tango, and to unearth the city’s most celebrated landmarks.
The final stage of the competition will see three Australian teams journey to Los Angeles, where they will compete for a prize of $250,000.
