HIGHLANDER - Adventure of a Lifetime

Don't be fooled HIGHLANDER is no walk in the park

Temperatures from 20°C to 28°C | Morning to Mid day

To fully enjoy HIGHLANDER, we strongly advise you to prepare physically beforehand. We recommend you backpack train in advance during the months leading to the event. During your physical preparations, don't forget to test the gear also.

All participants should be physically prepared to tackle a 25km hike smoothly. We recommend some training in the months leading to HIGHLANDER Fujairah to prepare for the adventure.

Above all, you must be able to carry a backpack weighing close to 5kg. You can train by carrying heavier backpacks to on the day of the event you perform better with less weight. Make sure you can walk in your hiking shoes and break them in prior to the event.

*The organizer will have training programs with several gyms across the UAE that will help get you ready for those who require assistance in training. You can start training now by following our backpacking-specific online training video.

Temperatures from 20°C to 28°C | Morning to Mid day

Get your backpacking checklist here

BACKPACK For HIGHLANDER Lyra, since it is only a day hike, you will only need to carry the necessities which include water, snacks, energy bars etc. Unlike HIGHLANDER Pegasus and Orion, there is no backpacking, HIGHLANDER Lyra is ONLY a day hike.

Make sure you can walk comfortably in your hiking shoes and break them in before the event.

Look into hiking methods of walking and packing. Bring only the indispensable items in your backpack and choose natural materials wherever possible.

A fully packed backpack, excluding food and water, should not weigh over 3kg. The lighter, the better!

< 3kg

The lighter, the better!

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW WHEN ON THE MOUNTAIN

Weather

November is considered the “winter” season in the UAE. Though it is known to be sunny and cool temperatures, rain clouds can form suddenly. In Fujairah, specifically in the event area of Taiwan, it's usually breezy, fresh during the day, and cold early at sunrise 18C to 20C degrees. Expect fog and cold in the morning and up to 24 - 28°C during the day. During the day it will be like a European summer day while it gets colder closer to sunset.

Bring well-made and durable all-weather hiking clothing suitable for layering.

Merino wool is great (especially for underwear) for its quick-drying, anti-fungal, and anti-odor properties.

Food

Since HIGHLANDER Lyra is a day hike, food will be provided by the organizer for a lunch on the go while on the trail.

Navigation

To find your way around, you must know how to read maps (which will be provided by the Organizer) and you can use handheld GPS or navigation app for phone. GPS files will be shared closer to event date.

Safety

For your safety, all participants must bring a first aid kit.

Littering

We believe our participants love and cherish nature and all its beauty. We know you wouldn’t litter, so please bring a waste bag for your litter.

Littering on and around trails, checkpoints, and mountain lodges are forbidden. Litterers will be disqualified and banned from applying to any future HIGHLANDER events.

PACKING LIST FOR HIGHLANDER UAE

Show your HIGHLADNER ticket at any DECATHLON store in UAE to get 10% discount on your gear purchase. Make use of it. Be well prepared.

Items marked with (Must Items) are MANDATORY ITEMS!

BACKPACK

backpack (20 to 25L)
backpack liner/cover
dry bags (2-5L)
ziplock bags
trash bag (provided by organizer)

FOOD & DRINKS

Lunch (provided by organizer)
snacks
hydration bladder/water bottles (volume 4L) (Must Item)
electrolyte tablets and energy gels

CLOTHES

hiking attire as pe weather of event day
bandana/hat
quick-drying base layer shirt
long-sleeve shirt
fleece or jumper for cold nights
waterproof rain jacket or poncho

NAVIGATION

map and trail instructions (provided by the organizer)
compass or navigation app (Must Item) - (organizer will provide recorded digital trail/GPS file)
GPS device or navigation app

HYGIENE & PROTECTION

face towel
lip balm
insect repellent
sunscreen
sunglasses
first aid kit (Must Item)

PERSONAL ITEMS & GEAR

sport watch (optional)
trekking poles
pen and paper
phone/camera
national ID card of passport
money/cash for emergency
a copy of itinerary left with family or friends