Merbabu Skyrace

The Merbabu SkyRace will take place from Saturday, June 6, 2026, to Sunday, June 7, 2026, on Mount Merbabu in Central Java, Indonesia. This trail running race features gradients and inclines over 25%, with a summit elevation of 3,145 meters. Categories include 5 km, 10 km, 20 km, 40 km, and 50 km, all starting from the base camp at Thekelan, Kopeng, Mount Merbabu.

All participants must follow the event rules and qualifications. Runners must be at least 18 years old on race day (parental/guardian permission required for those under 18). Medical certificate and online submission of previous race certificates are mandatory during registration for categories 10 km and above. Runners are medically responsible for their own health.

• Mandatory gear for 20 km and longer: headlamps with spare battery, survival blanket (minimum 1.40m x 2m), whistle, self-adhesive elasticized bandage (minimum 100cm x 6cm), basic aid kit, personal medicines, printed map (for ultra categories), hydration bag/vest (minimum 1.5L), mobile phone, personal food.
• Mandatory gear for 5 km: whistle, basic aid kit, personal medicines.
• Highly recommended: suitable cold weather and rain gear (long sleeves, leggings, jacket, mittens, gloves, buff, light raincoat), gaiters, life/accident/travel insurance.
• Bib number must always be visible on the front of the body (not folded, modified, or placed on shorts).
• No pacers, no outside support from family/friends. Non-registered runners may not accompany registered runners.

Aid stations provide food and drinks for racers only. Participants may buy food or drinks from local stalls (warung) along the route. Drop bags are available for 20 km category and must be collected at least 1 hour before flag off. General deposit bags are available at Race Central for all categories.

• Race course is marked with red and white tape on the left side (or right side if no left option). Dangerous areas marked with yellow and black tape. Extra reflectors added for night sections. No-passing sections exist.
• Emergency and first aid tents staffed by doctors and nurses are located at designated aid stations. All aid stations have radio communication to race headquarters. Medical staff and rescue crews have authority to stop a runner.
• Refund policy: no cancellation once registration is approved and paid. Downgrade or upgrade of category is prohibited after approval and payment.
• Race cancellation may occur due to weather warnings, landslides, rock falls, natural disasters (based on BMKG warnings). Decision made the day before or day of the race.
• Volunteer positions available: RPC & deposit/drop bag, marshals, aid stations, race track marker & sweeper team, medic & physiotherapy, logistics, photographer. Benefits include certificate, discount registration for next event, crew jersey, accommodation & meals, networking, and experience.

The Merbabu SkyRace explores Merbabu National Park, a natural reserve known for diverse ecosystems, rugged terrain, deep gorges, savanna, and endangered flora and fauna. The course takes in the most dramatic, technical, and scenic trails through mountainous areas. The event is organized by Tarra Adventure, founded by Sri Agus Budi Santoso.

• Contact: [email protected] or phone 081367366878 (Tarra).
• Address: Base Camp Thekelan, Mt. Merbabu Kopeng, Central Java, Indonesia.
• Medical certificate template available for download at https://merbabu-skyrace.com/medical-certificate/.
• Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all participants, including emergency evacuation coverage (at the runner's expense).
• The race is presented as #TouchTheSky, celebrating the scale of challenge and beauty of Mount Merbabu.

Merbabu SkyRace is a technical high-altitude trail running event on Mount Merbabu (3,145m) in Central Java, offering distances from 5 km to 50 km with significant elevation gains, mandatory gear requirements, and strict cut-off times, set within Merbabu National Park's rugged and biodiverse terrain.