4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS VIA FERRATA - MOUNTAIN TORQ EXPERIENCE [BASIC-SERVICE]

This 4 days package provides you a choice of Low's Peak Circuit or Walk The Torq plus Rappelling or Sport Climbing with 3 nights stay at Pendant Hut. 3 nights stay provides you a backup day in case of bad weather on the mountain which prevents you from summitting the mountain's highest peak.

BASIC-SERVICE STANDARD ITINERARY

DAY 1 D Pendant Hut

0800hrs: Arrive at Kinabalu Park HQ (it takes approximately 2hrs drive journey from Kota Kinabalu city to the Park HQ). Upon arrival, compulsory pre-check in at Mountain Torq's office and present your passport/Malaysian ID card for verification purposes. Next, make your way to Sabah Parks' operation office to make the necessary arrangements/payment for the climb permit, insurance and mountain guide. Self-arrange your own transport to Timpohon Gate. Start your trekking journey for about 4-5hrs to reach Panalaban.

1500hrs: Check into Pendant Hut (3,289m) and settle in.

1530hrs: Attend the mandatory Via Ferrata familiarization in Pendant Hut and meet your Mountain Torq trainer.

1800hrs: Dinner will be provided at Laban Rata Restaurant.

2000hrs: Lights out

DAY 2

B / L / D

Pendant Hut

0600hrs: Wake up and enjoy morning breakfast while watching the sunrise.

0700hrs: Introduction to Rappelling or Sport Climbing with Mountain Torq trainer.

1200hrs: Head to Laban Rata Restaurant for a well-earned lunch.

Afternoon: Acclimatize, recharge and prepare for a hectic day 3.

1800hrs: Dinner will be provided at Laban Rata Restaurant.

2000hrs: Lights out.

DAY 3 S / B / D Pendant Hut

0130hrs: Wake up and early morning breakfast/supper will be provided.

0230hrs: Start hiking up to explore the summit, Low's Peak (4,095.2m) and expected to reach the summit in time of sunrise.

0600hrs: Descend from Low's Peak.

0630hrs: Meet your Mountain Torq trainer at the agreed meeting point for your chosen Via Ferrata experience.

1100hrs: Return to Pendant Hut for wash up and late breakfast.

1200hrs: Head to Laban Rata Restaurant for a well-earned lunch.

Afternoon: Recuperate from the 11+hrs day, have a well-deserved nap, sit in the sun (weather permitting) and have a cup of the famous Sabah Tea at the base of Pendant Hut while watching the therapeutic mountain scenery.

1800hrs: Dinner will be provided at Laban Rata Restaurant.

2000hrs: Lights out.

DAY 4 B

(backup day for another summit attempt only if day 3 was not successful)

0700hrs: Wake up and have breakfast.

0830hrs: Check out of Pendant Hut and descend to Timpohon Gate.

1600hrs-1700hrs: Estimated time of arrival at Timpohon Gate. Self-arrange your own transport back to Kinabalu Park HQ to collect your successful climb and Via Ferrata certificate or buy some souvenirs.

~ END OF TOUR ~

Note:

The timing stated above is for estimation purposes only.
Add. (+) RM900.00 per night/room for a private room (4 bunk-bedded room without bathroom attached).
Add. (+) RM300.00 per way per vehicle for transportation service from KK city to Park HQ.

Pricing

Pricing

Price: RM 5,380 Per Person

Price validity: Now - 31st December 2024 only. Please inquire for rates from 1st January 2025 onward.

Package Description

Package Description

Meals: D - Dinner at Laban Rata Restaurant (3x on day 1, 2 & 3), S - Supper at Pendant Hut (1x on day 3) and B - simple American breakfast at Pendant Hut (2x on day 2 & 4).

Inclusions: 3 nights stay at Pendant Hut - based on a dormitory bunk bed (day 1, 2 & 3), Via Ferrata activity - Low's Peak Circuit, Rappelling or Sport Climbing, Via Ferrata full equipment, Mountain Torq trainer and Via Ferrata certificate for successful attempt only.

Exclusions: Packed lunch (day 1), late lunch (day 2), all transportation services, all Sabah Parks tariffs & fees; conservation/entrance fee, climbing permit, insurance, mountain guide service and summit achievement certificate, extra drinks & meals, porter fee and any other items not listed in the inclusions list.

Things to Bring

Things to Bring:

> Comfortable trekking shoes with good grip
> Personal toiletries
> Waterproof backpack
> Fleece jacket/windbreaker
> Warm clothing / long sleeves shirt/hiking pants
> Lightweight towel
> Hand gloves
> Wind hat
> Disposable raincoat
> Head torch
> Refillable water bottle (1 liter)
> High-energy food; chocolate, nuts, biscuits, sweets and energy bars
> Medication; headache tablets, altitude sickness tablets
> Lip gloss/balm
> Camera with waterproof bag
> Sandals/slippers
> Plastic bags
> Cap/beanie/hat scarf
> Sun protection; sunglass, sunscreen lotion
> Extra pocket money
> AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT!

Important Notice

Important Notice:

> Do take note that your passport/IC will be required for verification during registration at the Kinabalu Park office.
> Please inform us when making the booking if there is a special dietary request (eg. Vegetarian).
> Climbers MUST attend the compulsory Via Ferrata briefing session in Pendant Hut between 3 pm - 4 pm on day 1.
> Climbers MUST descend and arrive at the starting point on time by 6.30 am (LPC) or 7.15 am (WTT) for each activity on day 2.
> Climbers who failed to comply with the timing will not be able to proceed with the selected complimentary Via Ferrata activity. No reimbursement shall be made.
> Via Ferrata can be canceled due to bad weather for the safety of all climbers, no reimbursement shall be made.
> If completed climber details are not received 14 days before your arrival, an administration fee of up to RM100.00 per climber will be levied for changes & updates.

A friendly note from Sabah Parks:

It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommended that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart Disease, Severe Anemia, Peptic Ulcers, Epileptic Fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic Asthma, Muscular Cramps, Hepatitis (Jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber.

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