A new Philippine outdoor company, INTREPID.PH, has announced that they are now offering packages for Mt. Kinabalu, including a Via Ferrata package. I met with the Intrepid guys recently and they cited local expertise (they are also based in Kota Kinabalu), extensive contacts, and convenient, hassle-free Kinabalu trips (they will take care of booking in Mt. Kinabalu Park) with the comfort of having Filipino trip coordinators.
Moreover, INTREPID is looking beyond Kinabalu and their are presently identifying new and exciting foreign destinations for Filipino outdoor enthusiasts. They will be the first Filipino company to offer a hiking package up Mt. Trusmadi, the second-highest mountain in Malaysia, dubbed as the "Mt. Halcon of Borneo" (see details below).
Here are some their packages:
Trip Description : Mt. Kinabalu Climb & Via Ferrata 4D3N
Climb Mt. Kinabalu and conquer SE Asia’s highest peak at 13,500 feet. Start at Timpohon Gate and wander through thick rainforest canopy and mountain streams. Veer off to the Mesilau Trail and witness the transformation to an alpine terrain replete with mossy wind blown trees and thick undergrowth. Reach Laban Rata base camp at 10,000 feet and spend the night acclimating to the high altitude and thin air. Assault the summit at sunrise and see the stunning views from Low’s Peak, South Peak, Donkey’s Ears and St. John’s Peak. End your climb with a descent to the Panar Laban Rock Face by Asia’s highest Via Ferrata (iron ladder). Experience the thrill of rock climbing and enjoy the dramatic views from the steep North Face of Mt. Kinabalu.
PRICE : P20,700 / climber *
Inclusions:
2 Nights in North Borneo Cabin in Kota Kinabalu – Dormitory style with breakfast.
2 Dinner’s in local restaurant in Kota Kinabalu
All Transportation & transfers – Airport / Hotel & Kinabalu Park
1 Night in Laban Rata Lodge – Dormitory style
1 Session in Via Ferrata (Mt. Torq) – Walk the Torq Activity
All Meals during Mountain Climb
1 Mountain Guide (per 6 persons)
All climbing permits, insurance, certificates & park fees.
NOTE: Exclusions: Airplane Tickets & Travel Tax, Mountain Climbing equipment & gear
* price is based on 6 persons. Prices could change without prior notice. VAT inclusive
Trip Description : Mt. Kinabalu Summit Climb 4D3N
Climb Mt. Kinabalu and conquer SE Asia’s highest peak at 13,500 feet. Start at Timpohon Gate and wander through thick rainforest canopy and mountain streams. Veer off to the Mesilau Trail and witness the transformation to an alpine terrain replete with mossy wind blown trees and thick undergrowth. Reach Laban Rata base camp at 10,000 feet and spend the night acclimating to the high altitude and thin air. Assault the summit at sunrise and see the stunning views from Low’s Peak, South Peak, Donkey’s Ears and St. John’s Peak.
PRICE : P15,500 / climber *
Inclusions:
2 Nights in North Borneo Cabin in Kota Kinabalu – Dormitory style with breakfast.
2 Dinner’s in local restaurant in Kota Kinabalu
All Transportation & transfers – Airport / Hotel & Kinabalu Park
1 Night in Laban Rata Lodge – Dormitory style
All Meals during Mountain Climb
1 Mountain Guide (per 6 persons)
All climbing permits, insurance, certificates & park fees.
NOTE: Exclusions: Airplane Tickets & Travel Tax, Mountain Climbing equipment & gear
* price is based on 6 persons. Prices could change without prior notice. VAT inclusive
Trip Description : Mt. Trusmadi Summit Trek 4D3N
Climb Mt. Trusmadi, Malaysia’s second highest mountain at 8,600 feet. Trusmadi is entirely covered in jungle all the way to the summit and is a challenging climb due to the mossy terrain. You will encounter some of the rarest birds and plants in Borneo, some of which grow nowhere else in the world. Approach the peak along thin mountain trails traversing steep gorges on either side. Come across the captivating forest complete with fairy wood, stunted trees with gnarled roots and thick moss covered twisted trunks with huge carnivorous plants dangling above your head; a world of drifting mists and cold gusts of wind, sudden unexpected views over endless expanses of rainforest, and brilliant little orchids wherever you look. This enchanted forest is a breathtaking scene straight out of the Lord of the Rings.
PRICE : P 26,500 /adult *
Inclusions:
1 Night at Kota Kinabalu Hotel – Dormitory style w/ breakfast
1 Dinner at Local Restaurant on arrival day
Return Transfers to airport
3D/2N Mt. Trusmadi Climb Package ( fullboard)
Climbing Fee & Permit
Things to Bring:
Flashlight, Insect Repellent, Raincoat, Swim Wear, Drinking Bottle
Exclusions:
Airplane Tickets & Travel Tax
* price is based on 4 persons. Prices could change without prior notice. VAT inclusive
FOR BOOKINGS AND INQUIRIES
Intrepid Adventure Lifestyles
2F PET Plans Tower
444 EDSA Guadalupe Makati City
T : +6328991860
F : +6328978377
Skype : rcjr721
Website : http://www.intrepid.ph/
Blog : http://intrepidph.blogspot.com/
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Filipino Adventure company launches Mt. Kinabalu Tours - and other Borneo outdoor packages!
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6 comments:
wow this is exciting! do they offer discounts if your availing both trusmadi and KK?
Hi Sir Gid,
This is a welcome news for us.
Can PinoyMountaineer organize one after your Annual Invitational? What about holy week 2010 :-)
this is interesting. how much all in all if airfare included? we want to climb kk but our budget is only 20k per person.
sir gid,
fred here from bacolod. i want to climb kinabalu pero mag-isa lang ako, baka pdeng mag-set ng date ng open climb 4 kinabalu? can u suggest it to the organizers? and maybe dey can also give discount mejo mahal ung package. tnx!
Hi Gid! This is supercool! We're planning to do this by 2010. Any chance of a climb being organized by Pinoy Mountaineer? :)
hello. we are planning to climb mt. kinabalu this comimg march 1 for our honeymoon but i cant seem to find any packages for 2 persons only. wou;d it be wiser to look for a climbing package such as this or better to just go there and look for our hotels and hire guides, entrace fee laban rata accomodation all by ourselves. tenks.
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