MOUNT KINABALU CLIMB VIA FERRATA - WALK THE TORQ (TIMPOHON)

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Package Details

Category:

Mt Kinabalu Climb

City/Region:

Kundasang & Ranau

Tour Code:

ABK-MK04

Duration:

3D2N

Package:

MOUNT KINABALU CLIMB VIA FERRATA - WALK THE TORQ (TIMPOHON) ;

Min Pax:

Pricing:

Adults: From MYR 1,280.00 ; Child: From MYR 1,280.00

Itinerary:

3 Days 2 Nights Mount Kinabalu Climb via Ferrata - Walk the Torq (Timpohon)

Departure Time : To Be Arranged

Promotional Package Rates Per Adult:

(No hidden or extra costs unless otherwise stated)

Tour Validity: 01 Apr - 31 Dec 2010

GROUP SIZE	MALAYSIAN	INTERNATIONAL
1 PAX	RM 1830	RM 1930	SGD 839
2 - 3 PAX	RM 1480	RM 1580	SGD 687
4 - 6 PAX	RM 1380	RM 1480	SGD 643
7 - 9 PAX	RM 1280	RM 1380	SGD 599

Please contact us directly at info@amazingborneo.com.my to enjoy further discount for groups of 10 pax and above.

What Is A Via Ferrata?

A via ferrata (or ‘iron road’ in Italian, plural via ferrate) is a 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 available only to rock climbers and mountaineers. The excitement, scenic beauty and personal conquest you'll experience on a “via ferrata” is guaranteed to give you an invigorating nostalgic experience for years to come.

There are more than 300 via ferrata routes around the world predominantly in Italy, Germany, France, Austria, Slovenia, Switzerland and Spain, and a few places in the United States and Canada. The world's highest via ferrata, Mountain Torq - which also happens to be Asia's first - can now be found on Mt Kinabalu in the east Malaysian state of Sabah.

Facts On Via Ferrata Route WALK THE TORQ!

Click Here For MOUNT KINABALU TRAIL MAP!

Tour Highlights

Mount Kinabalu Climb via Ferrata (Walk The Torq)

Timpohon Trail

1 Night Mountain Resort

1 Night Pendant Hut

NOTE: Add RM 50/- Per Pax for Mesilau Trail

Sample Tour Itinerary:

DAY 01 KOTA KINABALU / KUNDASANG / RESORT

Pickup from your hotel lobby or airport and depart on a 2 hours journey to Kundasang (Near Kinabalu Park).

Stop over for Tamparuli Village Tour (If time permits) to: -

1) Visit wooden shop houses, experience Kadazan Dusun Tribe everyday lifestyle,

2) Try walking across Sabah’s most famous suspension bridge (Jambatan Tamparuli), &

3) Witness another historical 50+ years old vehicle bridge built by local headhunter tribe where many sacrifices were made during construction of this bridge.

Along the way, take a brief stop at Nabalu. Nabalu is a place where the local natives gather to sell local produce, fruits, home grown vegetables and handicraft souvenirs.

Check into Zen Garden Resort or similar.

Rest of the day you are free at leisure.

Dinner at resort's restaurant and overnight.

(Dinner)

DAY 02 PARK HQ / TIMPOHON GATE / ASCEND MOUNT KINABALU / PENDANT HUT

Wake up for breakfast & pack up. Check out.

Pick-up from Zen Garden Resort or similar and transfer to Kinabalu Park Headquarter. Collect your packed lunch.

Our guide will arrange for all necessary registrations, assign you a mountain guide and apply for your ID TAG.

Remember to wear your ID TAG at all times.

You'll then be transferred to starting point – Timpohon Gate – where your journey and quest to the summit of Borneo’s highest mountain begins!

The climb will take approximately 4-5 hours.

The trek will pass by different vegetation zones from Oak and Chestnut to mossy and eventually to alpine type of vegetations.

(15:00hr) Check into Pendant hut & meet your Mountain Torq trainer.

Via Ferrata familiarization

Buffet Dinner at Laban Rata and overnight at Pendant Hut.

(Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Buffet Dinner)

DAY 03 LOW’S PEAK / WALK THE TORQ / DESCEND MOUNT KINABALU

/ KOTA KINABALU

(01:30hr) Wake up for early breakfast & pack up.

(02:00hr) Continuation of journey towards the summit of Mount Kinabalu.

(05:30hr) Summit Low's peak and catch the sunrise.

(05:45hr) Descend Low’s Peak to Sayat Sayat Hut @ 3,600m.

(07:00hr) Meet Mountain Torq Trainer at Sayat Sayat Hut for Walk the Torq - Asia's first via ferrata.

(09:00hr) Arrive for late breakfast and check out of Pendant Hut.

(11:00hr) Start to descend to Timpohon Gate.

Arrive at Timpohon Gate (Est. arrival 14:00hrs to 16:00hrs) and transfer to headquarter to collect certificate of achievement.

Packed lunch will be provided at Kinabalu Park HQ.

Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu city. Journey takes approx. 2 hrs.

(Early Breakfast, Late Breakfast, Packed Lunch)

~ END OF TOUR ~

Meals	:	03 Breakfasts, 02 Lunches & 02 Dinners
Includes	:	Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), English Speaking Guide, 02 Nights Accommodation, Mountain Guide, Mountain Torq Trainer, Insurance, Climbing Permit and Certificate
Accommodation	:	01 Night Zen Garden Resort (Twin-share) or similar, 01 Night Pendant Hut
Excludes	:	Airfares, Tipping & Porter Fee, Alcoholic Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned

Things You Should Prepare For Mountain Climb:

Waterproof backpack to store your items
Trekking or running shoe with good grip
Warm clothing/Long sleeves shirt/Hiking pants
Jacket/Wind breaker
Extra clothing and socks
Small towel
Hand gloves and winter hat
Disposable raincoats
Head torch
Personal toiletries
Refillable water bottle (0.5 - 1 Litre)
High energy food such as chocolates, nuts, biscuits, sweets, energy bars
Your extra luggage can be stored at Kinabalu Park HQ at a nominal fee of RM10 per piece prior climb.

Things You Wish To Bring:

Medication such as headache tablets or altitude sickness tablets
Tissue paper / Toilet roll
Sun block lotion, lip gloss, plasters
Insect repellent / Mosquito Oil
Camera with water proof bag
Sandals / Slippers
Plastic bags

About Climb Transport Arrangements:

1	Our friendly guide will greet and meet you at the Airport arrival hall or your Hotel lobby with a placard bearing your good name. Should you encounter difficulties in locating our guide, you could call our local ground handler who will assist you.
2	We do not recommend you to catch your flight on the same day that you descend the mountain due to possible delay from injuries, tiredness and/or bad weather and traffic conditions.
3	For 2 days / 1night packages, our transport will pick you up from your Hotel between 06:30hr - 07:00hr. (Arrange with your hotel for early breakfast)
4	For packages starting from 3 days / 2 nights, our transport can pick you up from either Airport OR your Hotel. Time is dependent on your arrival flight schedule. Please provide us your flight details.
5	For transport pick up from Airport on day 1 after 18:00hrs, surcharge for late night airport transfer to mountain area may apply.
6	Add RM30nett per person per way for transport to/from locations outside Kota Kinabalu city (e.g. Nexus, Rasa Ria Resort).
7	All transportations are based on Seat-In-Coach. This is a transfer service in which clients share their vehicle with other clients. This is a door-to-door service with multiple pickups & drop-offs throughout the journey. Do expect some short waiting time.
8	After descending to Kinabalu Park HQ, climbers are subject to pre-determined pickup time set by Amazing Borneo Tours with the last transport returning to Kota Kinabalu city latest by 18:00hrs. We will ensure your possible wait of not more than 2 hours at Park HQ. However, if you missed the last transport (which is unlikely) or wish to depart at your own preferred timing, we can arrange a vehicle for private transfer for you (Subject to availability). Please understand that the surcharge for any private transfer will have to be borne by you.
9	Private Transfer Surcharge:- RM 250/vehicle/way
10	Our group rates are quoted without deviation, which means we provide only one return transfers for your group. If your group requires more than one return transfers, additional transfer charges may apply.

Important Note:

1	Do take note that your passport will be required for verification during registration at the Kinabalu Park office. Please bring it along with you.
2	There will be a mandatory Via Ferrata briefing session which you have to attend at Pendant Hut between 15:00hr - 16:00hr.

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 recommend 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.

Amazing Borneo Tours brings you accommodation (Hotels/Beach Resorts/Lodges) at great discounted prices now! Enquire to find out the best rates for your preferred accommodation when you book this tour with us.

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