
3D2N MOUNT KINABLAU CLIMB VIA FERRATA
(WALK THE TORQ)
Day 1
KOTA KINABALU - KINABALU PARK
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Pick up from airport or hotel lobby, transfer to Kinabalu Park Vicinity (~2hrs journey)
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Check in Resort Room (Basic)
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Free & Easy
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Rest for the day and prepare for hike
Day 2
KINABALU PARK - VIA TIMPOHON - LABAN RATA RESHOUSE
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Resort Breakfast
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Transfer to Park HQ for registration
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Guides will be arrange for all necessary registration arrangements
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Transfer to starting point (Timpohon Gate), the climb will take approximately 4-5hrs depending on your fitness condition
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Upon arrival at Pendant Hut @ 3,289m and check in
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Attend a mandatory Via Ferrata familiarization in Pendant Hut and meet you Mt. Torq trainer (@3.30pm)
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Dinner served at Laban Rata Restaurant
Day 3
SUMMIT CLIMB - WALK THE TORQ - TIMPOHON GATE - KINABALU PARK
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Wake up around 2am for supper and continue the journey towards the summit of Mount Kinabalu @ 4,095m
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Experience the beautiful sunrise over the majestic Mount Kinabalu if weather permits
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Descend Low's Peak to meet your Mt.Torq trainer at Sayat Sayat Hut @ 3,668m for Walk the Torq Activity
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Return to Pendant HUT For breakfast. Check out
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Continue trekking towards Timpohon Gate and transfer back to Park HQ (estimated arrival 1pm-3pm, depending on fitness level)
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You may collect your certificate
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Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu City.
Includes
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Return transfer from Airport/Hotel - Kinabalu Park - Airport/Hotel
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Walk The Torq Activity, Equipment, training & Certificate for Via Ferrata Activity
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2 Day 1 Night Guided Summit Trek via Timpohon
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Mountain Guide 1:5 Climbers
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Mountain Guide Fee, Park Entry Fee, Climbing Permit, Climbing Insurance & Round trip Shuttle to Start Point
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1 Night @ Kinabalu Park vicinity (hostel), 1 Night @ Pendant (Hostel)
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1 Simple Breakfast, 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner, 1 Supper
Excludes
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Roundtrip Air Flight to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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Personal trekking equipment (Trek shoes, jacket, pole, etc)
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Climber’s Summit Certificate (RM10 or RM12)
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Porter Fees via Timpohon to Laban Rata (from RM130/10kg/trip @ two ways)
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Tips to drivers/guides (RM30/RM80)
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Any additional transfers, deviations, services, etc, not included in the service order issued

Checklist -Pack Light but Pack Right
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2 bags: a day pack with two shoulder straps to carry the things you will use on the mountain (water included) & also a “gym” bag to keep the rest of your belongings for your after-climb activities.
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Pack all your things INSIDE your bag, nothing should be left dangling outside of it.
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Load the heavier stuff at the bottom of the bag and the lighter stuff on top.
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Porters are available at the park HQ if you wish to hire them.
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Ziplocs & trash bags To keep your travel documents & electronic devices dry
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Torchlight/ Headlamp Keep hands free during summit climb (extra batteries!!)
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Windproof Rainwear Rain & Wind protection
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Poncho Rain protection
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Balaclava/ Beanie e.g. ski mask Warmth essential (the head loses 40% of body heat)
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Mittens or Gloves Warmth essential
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Sweater/Fleece Jacket Warmth essential
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Thermal wear Ideal as a first layer
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Tee shirts Both long and short sleeved (quick dry material ideal)
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Comfortable walking shorts For first half of the trek & other city activities
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Warm, comfortable trousers Warmth essential – e.g. track pants, zip offs, NO jeans
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Change of clothes For the night at Laban Rata area
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Lightweight socks For trek to Laban Rata (bring spares)
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Thicker socks for summit Protects against blisters
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Well broken-in trekking boots/shoes Prevent `Jamming’ of toes in toe box
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Water bottle/bag Important for summit climb
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Snacks – muesli bars, etc Walking meals & for summit climb
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Mini breakfast Before the summit bid, have a hot 3in1 and some biscuits before venturing out into the cold
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Towel (quick drying) Keep your load light
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Personal first aid kit Panadol, Lomotil, band-aids, tiger balm, etc
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Sunblock & lip balm Summit trek
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Walking stick or trekking pole Recommended (You can also buy a “tongkat” @ RM3)
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Some cash To buy water & other items
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Camera To record the summit bid
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Basic toiletries Wet wipes, toilet paper, baby powder, mouthwash, etc
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Spirit of ADVENTURE Be mentally prepared for the climb, keep on training!
