Try Malaysia’s ‘Walk The Torq’ And Witness Remarkable Views And Explore Hidden Corners
Malaysia’s Kinabalu Park is home to Mountain Torq’s via ferrata which is approximately 1.2 kilometres long and crosses over routes of varying difficulties. It thus caters to all levels of experience, from neophytes to intermediate hikers and climbers.
Although we were just listening to a presentation and not experiencing the via ferrata ourselves, the video and photos imparted the message loud and clear – that scaling Mountain Torq’s via ferrata is an experience of a lifetime that will literally take your breath away.
The best thing, claims I-Gek, is that it is suitable for all ages, from 10 to 70 years and above. “The via ferrata is devised to give people with little or no climbing experience the excitement of being above the clouds. You don’t even need to be a seasoned or experienced rock climber or mountaineer,” she assured us.
Families, school children and climbers of general fitness levels are particularly indulgent to the ‘Walk The Torq’. Measuring 430m long, participants can witness the beautiful scenery of Borneo and capture breathtaking shots during the two to three hours walk. Definitely a good start for beginners.
I was delighted to see a 9-year old British boy enjoying the ‘Walk The Torq’ with his parents. For families who love outdoor activities, this is certainly a must-try. It’s such an excellent way to properly bond with your children and build their characters at the same time.
Adventure loving mountaineering enthusiasts who crave for an exhilarating, adrenalin-charged experience should opt for the hike up to Low’s Peak, Mount Kinabalu’s highest point at 4,095m. This is a four to five hour programme, with a length of 763m, created for those with above average fitness levels.
Upon descent from Low’s Peak, climbers will take the via ferrata detour known as ‘Low’s Peak Circuit’ to witness stunning views and explore hidden corners of the mountain plateau. Other highlights include walking on a 22m footbridge dangling at about 3,600m a.s.l.
“As long as you know how to climb a ladder and are still able to do so, you will be able to negotiate the via ferrata. All that is needed is a spirit of adventure, the average fitness level of a normal mountain hiker and no fear of heights,” I-Gek tried to assure us further, probably sensing our fear of the via ferrata
In my mind, I was counting the criteria. Ok, I didn’t fulfill any of them. I guess it is not my cup of tea. I was tempted to ask her what will happen if halfway scaling the via ferrata, a climber got cold feet and wanted to back out.
Yes, I was thinking about me, if you have to ask.
I mean, sometimes even we ourselves don’t know the furthest extent of our physical or mental endurance. At times, our heart reassures us to go for it but our mind and body say otherwise.
Anyhow, watching the video that showed school kids doing the ‘Walk The Torq’ almost effortlessly prompted me to just keep my question to myself.
There was also a newly wed couple who tried the via ferrata believing that if they were able to succeed via ferrata, there’s nothing they can’t overcome in their marriage. How romantic? Except that to compare scaling the via ferrata with maintaining a happy marriage these days makes the former a child’s play
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