Description

ICE CLIMBING INTERMEDIATE ALPINE COURSE

This course is an instructional and coaching course designed for those who have some basic in trekking and would like to learn and deepen their skills on alpine trekking—snow and ice faces, rock and mixed ground and to prepare themselves for high altitude climbing. Safety is everyone first priority. Thus, each climber must equip themselves with skills and knowledge to ensure they are climbing on best safety standard practice.

Upon completion of the programme, each participant should be qualified as a technically competent rope team member, capable of making alpine mountaineering ascents on routes of intermediate difficulty. Each participant will be provided with certificate to indicate the certified alpine climber. Climbers are encouraged to take refreshment course in every two years and fulfil minimum hours of climbing to maintain the certificates

2 days indoor & outdoor training in Putrajaya :  26, 27  January 2024

6 days training at Iran                                                     : 9 – 16 February 2024

Course content & skills covered

Itinerary

Phase 1:   2 Days training in Putrajaya 

Itinerary for training at Iran

*Add-on:    Ski Equipment Rental: USD20. Ski Training: USD80-100 for group of 3pax.

Equipment and technical gear

1. Backpack; 45-60 litre alpine climbing pack
2. Thermal top
3. Thermal bottom
4. Lightweight Down/Primaloft Jacket/vest
5. Fleece Jacket
6. Waterproof jacket
7. Waterproof outer pants
8. Trekking Pants
9. Trekking/ Glacier Shirt
10. Gaiters (Waterproof)
11. Mountaineering gloves (waterproof)
12. Fleece finger gloves /windstopper
13. Finger / Liner gloves
14. Trekking Boots (waterproof)
15. Socks – minimum 3 pairs – synthetic/wool blend sock
16. Woollen hat/fleece hat
17. Scarf or Bandanna or Buff (for sun protection) (recommended)
18. Down Sleeping Bag (sleeping bag comfort rating 0c)
19. Foam Matt /inflatable matt
20. Helmet
21. Glacier Glasses (sunglasses)

20. Snow Goggles (optional)
21. Water Bottle (1 litres) wide mouth nelgene (1 compulsory) extra will be good.
22. Headlamp + Spare Batteries
23. Trekking Poles
24. Sun cream
25. Baseball hat or sun hat (recommended)
26. Lip balm
27. Plate, cup & spork
28. Pee bottle (optional)

Technical gear 

28. Sit harness
29. Open gate/locking carabineer 2pcs
30. 1 meter sling
31. Crampon
32. Ice axe

(Technical gear available for rental)

Insurance

We strongly recommend that you take out Travel Insurance, as well as Medical and Rescue Insurance to protect yourself in the event of injury or mishap prior to or during your trip

Grading and fitness requirement

Trek grading: Hiking or scrambling using established hiking routes that may include moderate steep rock scrambles or scree. Good to have trekking experience.

Fitness: Good fitness is essential. You should be able to hike for up to a week without undue difficulty, carrying a backpack weighing between 10-15kg in undulating mountain terrain with an elevation between 1000 – 3000 meter.

Fees and inclusions

Intermediate Alpine Course at Iran RM6900

2 days training in Putrajaya & 6 days training at Iran

Inclusions:

For 2 days training at Kuala Lumpur:

1. a) Group equipment
2. b) Park entrance fee
3. c) Breakfast and lunch
4. d) Tshirt

For 6 days training in Iran:

1. All accommodation hotel/guest house or backpacker’s hostel
2. Cabin lodge / camping at the mountain
3. Airport transfer Tehran
4. Transportation to trailhead and return
5. Trek leader and Guide
6. Safety management, training and equipment consultation
7. Permit and national park entry fees
8. Group equipment
9. Meals as indicated in itinerary

Exclusions:

1. Airfare
2. Insurance
3. Visa (if needed)
4. Sightseeing expenses & meals
5. Personal equipment and technical gear

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Terms & Conditions 

1. A non-refundable deposit of RM500 is required to confirm booking.

Balance payment is due 30 days before the departure date.

3. Cancellation by client:
4. 30-59 days before the departure date – loss of 30% of total trip cost.
5. 14-29 days before the departure date – loss of 60% of total trip cost.
6. Less than 14 days before the departure date – loss of 100% of total trip cost.

Cancellation by Zeroto8000:

9. A trip may be cancelled as a result of an event of Force Majeure, ie. events which are unforeseeable and beyond Zeroto8000 control including but not limited to war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, natural disaster, fire, epidemics or health risks, closed or congested airports, ports or stations, changes imposed by re-scheduling or cancellation of transport, adverse weather conditions, avalanche, storm, flood, typhoon, hurricane and technical failure with any form of transport or facility.
10. If a trip is cancelled as a result of Force Majeure, you will receive refund after deducting cancellation charges of the hotels and other providers.
11. If a trip is cancelled, you may choose to receive refund as outlined above or transfer to another trip.
12. Prices are subject to change without prior notice due to changes in airfare, currency exchange rates and other costs.
13. If the group size falls below the minimum number and becomes unviable economically, Zeroto8000 will cancel the trip. You will receive refund after deducting cancellation charges of the carrying airlines, hotels and other providers.
14. You are advised to purchase a travel insurance that includes helicopter evacuation.
15. If flights booked by Zeroto8000, you will be subject to the conditions of the carrying airline which, in most cases, limit the airline’s liability to the passenger in accordance with international law and conventions. Zeroto8000 accepts no liability for the consequences of delays, cancellations, change of routing, change of departure or arrival airport or for any other changes to your flight schedule.
16. Zeroto8000 does not accept any responsibility for any of the flight arrangements that you make. Zeroto8000 accepts no financial liability that may arise from any enforced change to your travel plans due to any alteration of the trip dates, the itinerary or its cancellation, howsoever caused. You are advised to book transferable, refundable travel tickets with no penalties should a cancellation be necessary.
17. Though not mandatory, you are advised to undergo a medical examination to ensure that you are fit to participate in this trip.
18. You are required to sign a release form.
19. All payments should be made to the following account:

Bank name: Malayan Banking Berhad

Account number: 551548619114

Account name: ZERO TO 8000 VENTURE

12. All wire transfer fees are to be borne by you.
13. Zeroto8000 shall ensure that appropriate security measures are in place to protect your personal data.
14. The terms and conditions of all agreements made with Zeroto8000 shall be subject to, and governed by the law of Malaysia
15. When making your booking it is implied that you have read and understood all these booking conditions and agree to abide by them.