Description

Mount Siguniang located at Sichuan, China. Nearest airport to access the mountain is Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu. The city is the home of the endangered giant panda and there is a research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a conservation center where we can view giant pandas in natural habitat.

Mount Siguniang encompasses four peaks, Daguniang/Defeng (1^st peak) 5025m, Erguniang/Erfeng (2^nd peak) 5276m, Sanguniang/Sanfeng (3^rd peak) 5355m and Yaomei Feng (4^th peak) 6250m. To reach the mountain, we will travel to small Tibetan town Rilong to start trekking towards the basecamp a day after. Since the mountain is 5000 meter in elevation, we need to acclimatize our body as the preparation to climb such altitude. The acclimatization process includes short trekking at Changping Valley, beautiful valley with small stream and another trip to Haizi lake at 3700 meter.

During winter and spring the mountain will be fully covered with snow. We will take the opportunity to learn several alpine and snow trekking skills. We hope all clients will enjoy the trip and experience the alpine mountain.

DAYS                    PROGRAM                                                                                                                             ACCOMODATION/ELEVATION

Day 1                   Travelling KL-Chengdu                                                                                                                        Hostel -500m

Upon arrival at Chengdu Airport, you will be transferred to town centre, about

45 minutes’ drive with van. Our accommodation is at International youth hostel,

comfortable with twin or triple sharing bed.

(Meal at own expenses)

Day 2                   Ground transfer to Rilong                                                                                                                  Hostel- 3300m

After breakfast, we will ride a chartered minibus to Rilong town. The journey takes

4-5 hours and we will have short stop at Wolong Giant Panda Centre. You have option

to visit the panda centre before continue journey to Rilong. The route to Rilong will

pass mountain area at the highest point of 4000m before descend to Rilong at 3300m.

At Rilong town, our accommodation is at comfortable hostel, twin/triple sharing with

heater.  In the afternoon there will be an instructive talk about the Mountain and we

will check your equipment. Time to buy some equipment if you need

(Meal at own expenses)

                           Alpine Lesson #1: Equipment check and AMS management

Day 3            Rest day                                                                                                                                                 Hostel-3300m

Today we visit Changping Valley, about 20 minutes’ drive from Rilong Town.

The view at Changping Valley is totally amazing with mountain and lake as background.

The rest of the day will be alpine lesson.

(Meal at own expenses)

Alpine Lesson #2: Cramponing, short roping, jumaring techniques

Day 4           Trekking                                                                                                                                                 Cabin – 3700m

It is the first day of trekking. Our destination today is Haizi Lake or tea house, around

7 hours trekking from Rilong. You will only carry your daypack and the horse will carry

your personal equipment. The trek is quite steep at the beginning and then relatively

flat upon reaching camp. We will camp beside Haizi lake and have a good rest.

(Meal: Pack Lunch, Dinner]

Day 5            Trekking to DaFeng Basecamp                                                                                                          Cabin- 4200m

Trekking to basecamp about 4 hours. You will only carry your

daypack. Our Horse will carry your personal equipment. After having some rest, we will

continue for acclimatization trek to 4500m and descend back to the basecamp

(Meal: Breakfast, Pack Lunch, Dinner]

                          Alpine Lesson #4: Instructive talk about the mountain, alpine walk, cramponing, safety,

                          self arrest and glasier traverse (depend on snow condition)

Day 6               Rest day. Short acclimatization hike                                                                                                Cabin- 4200m

It is the rest day, but we shall have short hike to 4700m to get best acclimatization

and back to basecamp.

(Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]

                          Alpine Lesson #5: Mastering cramponing technique, anchoring, avalanche danger and

                          navigation (depend on snow condition)

Day 7                 Summit Day                                                                                                                                          5250m

Early departure to Dafeng peak. The finale                                                                                    Hostel-3300m

Back to Basecamp and descent to Rilong. You have option for horse riding to Rilong

(Meal: Breakfast/Pack Lunch)

Day 8                  Transfer to Chengdu                                                                                                                           Hostel

Extra day for contingencies as bad weather that may prevent the normal

development of the program

(Meal at own expenses)

Day 9                   Sightseeing at Chengdu

Late night flight to Kuala Lumpur

(Meal at own expenses)

End of trip

EQUIPMENT AND TECHNICAL GEAR

1. Backpack; 35-45 litre alpine climbing pack
2. Duffle bag for carry by the horse
3. Thermal top
4. Thermal bottom
5. Lightweight Down/Primaloft Jacket/vest

Or/and

5. Fleece Jacket (recommended not more than 250g weight)
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 & insulated)
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) High quality 100% UV, 100% IR, minimum 80% light reduction.

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 (depend on snow condition during the climb)

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

(Technical gear available for rental)

Price USD990

Inclusions:

1. 8 night backpackers hostel/tea house (twin/triple sharing) accommodation at Chengdu and Rilong and tent/cabin at the mountain.
2. Airport transfer to/from Chengdu (in group)
3. Trek leader and 1^st aid responder, experience with good track records in leading Siguniangshan treks
4. Safety management, training and equipment consultation
5. Basic alpine skill lesson & safety training ; theory and practical
6. Permit and national park entry fees
7. Guide
8. Porter/horse for equipment
9. Group equipment and technical gear
10. Goodies

Exclusions:

1. Airfare
2. Sightseeing expenses & meals at Chengdu
3. Personal equipment clothing and technical gear
4. Visa
5. Insurance

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Cancellation by client:

1. 30-59 days before the departure date – loss of 30% of total trip cost.
2. 14-29 days before the departure date – loss of 60% of total trip cost.
3. Less than 14 days before the departure date – loss of 100% of total trip cost.

Cancellation by Zeroto8000:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. If a trip is cancelled, you may choose to receive refund as outlined above or transfer to another trip.
4. Prices are subject to change without prior notice due to changes in airfare, currency exchange rates and other costs.
5. 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.
6. You are advised to purchase a travel insurance that includes helicopter evacuation.
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9. Though not mandatory, you are advised to undergo a medical examination to ensure that you are fit to participate in this trip.
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