SKYCLIMB 2027 – Penang Hill Hiking Challenge is a vertical running event up Penang Hill. Participants climb 2.36 km with 631 m of elevation gain along the Penang Hill Heritage Trail (via the public trail), starting at the Heritage Arch and finishing at the Hilltop.

The SkyClimb proudly presents the event ambassador, Soh Wai Ching, World Champion & World No. 1 Towerrunner. On this very trail, he stormed to the summit in a Malaysia Book of Records time of 25:55. Now it's your turn to take on the same climb, push your limits, and see how close you can get to the record set by Malaysia's fastest man up a mountain or possibly beat the record.

The top finisher in each category will have their name added to the permanent SkyClimb Hall of Fame board beside the finish, giving runners a reason to return each year and beat the record. A complimentary ride down the funicular is provided to finishers, subject to availability*.

Objectives

-To promote a healthy and active lifestyle through a challenging vertical running and hiking event.
-To showcase Penang Hill and its heritage trail as a sports and tourism destination.
-To create an annual event that recognizes outstanding athletes through the SkyClimb Hall of Fame and encourages runners to return each year.

Slots are limited, so secure your spot before registration closes on 20th December or when slots sell out.

Proudly brought to you by Title sponsor VitaHealth, alongside Main sponsors Georgetown Pharmacy and Wellings Pharmacy.

Organisers & Partners

SkyClimb 2027 is organised by Pusat Khidmat KADUN Air Itam, co-organised by Penang Hill Corporation and Ultrathletic Hub, sanctioned by the Malaysia Towerrunning Association and supported by Majlis Sukan Negeri Pulau Pinang (MSNPP). The event is proudly brought to you by Title Sponsor VitaHealth, alongside Main Sponsor Georgetown Pharmacy and Wellings Pharmacy, retail phaymacy brands under BIG CARING Group. Canon is the Official Imaging Partner of SkyClimb 2027.