VIA FERRATA ON MT KINABALU,SABAH

VIA FERRATA-LOW'S PEAK CIRCUIT PACKAGE AT MT KINABALU | SABAH, MALAYSIA

4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS FULLBOARD PACKAGE | MINIMUM OF 4 PERSONS
Rate : Please contact us for pricing detail


DAY 01: KL/KK/KUNDASANG (D)
1200pm- Arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. Meet our Coordinator. Land transfer to Kundasang.
*On the way to Kinabalu Park, your driver will stop at Pekan Nabalu.
0330pm-Arrival at Kundasang. Rest.
0730pm-Dinner is served. Have a good night rest

DAY 02: KUNDASANG / KINABALU PARK/ PENDANT HUT (B/L/D)
0700am-Rise early. Breakfast
8:00 am Arrive at Kinabalu Park HQ. Register at Mountain Torq’s and Kinabalu Park’s offices (check the spelling of your name to
be printed on your successful certificate)
Meet your appointed Sabah Parks’ mountain guide and collect your lunch box
8:30 am Start hiking up Mt Kinabalu from Timpohon Gate @ 1,866m
3:00 pm Arrive at Pendant Hut @ 3,289m and settle in
3:30 pm Attend the mandatory via ferrata familiarization in Pendant Hut and meet your Mountain Torq trainer
6:00 pm Dinner at Laban Rata’s canteen
8:00 pm Lights out

DAY 03: PENDANT HUT/ KINABALU PARK/ KK (B/L)
1:30 am Wake up and early morning supper
2:30 am Start hiking up to the summit with your Sabah Parks’ mountain guide
5:40 am Catch the sunrise on Low’s Peak
6:00 am Descent from Low’s Peak to meet your Mountain Torq trainer
6:30 am Meet your via ferrata trainer at the 7.5 km mark for your Low’s Peak Circuit via ferrata
experience (intermediate via ferrata, 4 to 5 hrs, French grade AD)
11:00 am Return to Pendant Hut for a well earned late breakfast
12:00 pm Check out of Pendant Hut and descent to Timpohon Gate with your Sabah Parks’ mountain
guide
6:00 pm Arrive at Timpohon Gate. Head to the Park HQ to collect your successful certificates, buy some souvenirs. Meet your transport driver and back down to your Kota Kinabalu town hotel
8.00pm- Arrival at Kota Kinabalu. Check In at Hotel & Rest
• Free activities & own dinner

DAY 04:KK/KL (B)
• Breakfast
• Free for any optional activities at your own cost : Tandem Paragliding | White Water Rafting | Visit Manukan,Mamutik, Sapi Island | Shopping
• Land transfer to Kota Kinabalu Airport
• Flight Back to KL

Program End

SPECIAL NOTE:
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 ailment, 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.

Remark:
- Price subject to change without prior notice

GENERAL QUESTIONS
What is a via ferrata?
>A via ferrata (or 'iron road' in Italian) is a protected mountain path consisting of a series of rungs, rails and cables
embracing the rock face. It allows access to scenic sections of the mountains that are typically reachable only by
experienced rock climbers and mountaineers. The exhilaration, breathtaking scenery and sense of personal conquest
you experience on a via ferrata are guaranteed to give you something to smile about for a long time.

Is via ferrata the same as rock climbing?
>No, via ferrata is not the same as rock climbing. Although they both occur in the same area and the same environment,
via ferrata climbing is easier than rock climbing and do not require you to have any previous experience.

What is Mountain Torq?
>Mountain Torq is the world's highest and Asia's first via ferrata that starts at 3,441m and ends off at 3,766m above sea
level on Mt Kinabalu in Sabah. Mountain Torq enables climbers and non-climbers to experience the thrill of mountain
climbing while taking in the spectacular surroundings.

Who can climb Mountain Torq?
>Climbers and non-climbers aged between 10 and 70 who are fit and healthy, not afraid of heights, and want to
experience the mountain in a whole new way. Oh and by the way, you also have to be at least 1.3m tall

Do I need any climbing experience?
>Absolutely not! If you can climb a ladder, you can climb Mountain Torq.

Is there someone to guide me?
>Yes, you and your group will be assigned a Mountain Torq trainer. Our trainers are there to give you a full safety briefing
and training on how to use the safety devices. They are also there to climb with you, provide tips on how to negotiate
the more difficult obstacles, as well as highlight some of the spectacular sights along the way.

Can I climb the via ferrata without a Mountain Torq trainer?
>Sorry, due Sabah Parks’ regulations, a Mountain Torq trainer is required to accompany you at all times

Is the Mountain Torq trainer only for me / my group?
>You will have to be prepared to join other via ferrata climbers.

What is the maximum number of people who will be climbing the via ferrata with me?
>The maximum will be 10 for Walk the Torq and 6 for Low’s Peak Circuit

What time do I start my via ferrata activity?
>Our start time is between 5:30am to 7:30am

Where do I meet my Mt Torq trainer for the activities?
>We will meet you at Pendant Hut on the first day and we will advise you on the actual meeting point for your chosen
activity during your briefing session in the afternoon of your arrival.

Do any of your services include taking me up on the via ferrata before the break of dawn?
>We do not bring clients up on the via ferrata before day break due to safety concerns.

How do I get to Mountain Torq?
>You’ll have to hike up Mt Kinabalu, which is approximately a 6 hour intensive hike. Your speed will depend on your
fitness level and prior hiking preparations are required. (trip preparation n trail map for more details)


MAKING PLANS TO GO

What can I do to make sure that I get the most our of my Mt Kinabalu / Mountain Torq trip?
>Hiking up Mt Kinabalu requires more physical strength and endurance than climbing the via ferrata! We have seen too
many people take physical preparation for granted and come physically and mentally ill prepared to even climb Mt
Kinabalu! See our trip preparation notes and trial map for more details on how to get yourself ready so that you will get
the most out of your trip.

How much time should I spend on Mt Kinabalu?
>We recommend a minimum of 3 days 2 nights to fully enjoy what Mt Kinabalu has to offer. The beauty and grandeur of
Mt Kinabalu can only be appreciated when you are able to spend at least 2 days at the top of the mountain, especially
with a hot drink in your hands, the scenery around you and the sounds of nature.

What do I need to bring?
>Mountain Torq will provide all technical safety equipment required for its activities. As for personal items, here's a
checklist of what you will normally bring for mountain hiking:
 Raincoat or waterproof jacket
 Warm clothing like fleece jacket, hiking pants
 Change of clothes (you may not want to sleep in what you sweat in!)
 Cap / beanie / head scarf (helps prevent heat loss, especially at night and during the early morning)
 Gloves
 A small / lightweight towel
 Personal toiletries
 Refillable water bottle
 Torchlight (preferably a head torch)
 Camera
 Comfortable covered trail/ hiking shoes
 Energy snacks e.g. chocolate, nuts, biscuits, sweets, energy bars
 Sun protection - Sunglass, sun screen lotion, SPF lip balm (beware of the strong UV rays)
 A small backpack to hold your things
 A rain cover for your backpack
 And of course, AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT!

GETTING THERE

Where is Mountain Torq located?
>Mountain Torq is located above 3200m on Mt Kinabalu's Panar Laban rock face. To get there, it is a 4- 7 hour hike from
Mt Kinabalu Park Headquarters. Once you reach the Laban Rata rock slab, which houses a group of mountain lodges
including our own Pendant hut. A short 15 to 20 min walk will lead you to the start of the via ferrata.

OTHER QUESTIONS

Can I bring my own camera?
>Yes you may, but you’ll have to keep your camera inside a backpack as you run the risk of dropping onto and injuring
fellow climbers below. We will advise you on areas where it is safe for you to bring out your camera to take photos. We
also suggest that your camera is fixed to a safety sling or cord at all times.

What does the via ferrata activity package include?
 Free rental of all safety devices: harness, lanyard, helmet
 Via ferrata familiarization for all participants
 Guiding services of our via ferrata trainers