3 Days 2 Nights Mount Kinabalu Climbing Tour

Brief Itinerary

DAY 1 Transfer to Kinabalu Park. Once Lunch, begin ascend from Timpohon Gate to Laban Rata Guest House.

DAY 2 Wake Up at 2am, start The Summit Trail. Reach The Peak enjoying Sunrise. Return to Kinabalu Park to claim achievement certificate. Return to Kota Kinabalu and stays at 3 stars hotel.

DAY 3 Visit Handicraft Market, Museum Sabah, Poh Toh Tse Temple, Sabah Foundation and free and easy city tour. Return to airport.

Price also includes: Kinabalu Park Entry Fees, Guide Fees, Climbing Permit, Climbing Insurance, 2 breakfast, 3 lunch and 1 Dinner.

4 Days 3 Nights Mount Kinabalu Climbing Tour

Brief Itinerary

DAY 1 Transfer to Kinabalu Park for overnight Rose Cabin.

DAY 2 Begin ascend from Timpohon Gate to Laban Rata Guest House.

DAY 3 Wake Up at 2am, start The Summit Trail. Reach The Peak enjoying Sunrise. Return to Kinabalu Park to

claim achievement certificate. Return to Kota Kinabalu and stays at 3 stars hotel.

DAY 4 Visit Handicraft Market, Museum Sabah, Poh Toh Tse Temple, Sabah Foundation and free and easy city tour. Return to airport.

Price also includes: Kinabalu Park Entry Fees, Guide Fees, Climbing Permit, Climbing Insurance, 3 breakfast, 2 lunch and 2 Dinner.

Malaysian- RM3 (adult) , RM1 (below 18)

Non-Malaysian - RM15 (adult), RM10 (below18)

Guide Fees: Depends on the routes of climbing. Fees applicable same for Malaysian and Non-Malaysian.

1. Timpohon Gate-Summit-Timpohon Gate

* 1-3 Climbers - RM70.00 per trip
* 4-6 Climbers - RM74.00 per trip
* 7-8 Climbers - RM80.00 per trip

2. Timpohon-Summit-Mesilau Trail

* 1-3 Climbers - RM80.00 per trip
* 4-6 Climbers - RM86.00 per trip
* 7-8 Climbers - RM92.00 per trip

3. Mesilau Trail-Summit-Mesilau Trail

* 1-3 Climbers - RM84.00 per trip
* 4-6 Climbers - RM90.00 per trip
* 7-8 Climbers - RM100.00 per trip

Climbing Permit:

Malaysian- RM30 (adult) , RM12 (below 18)

Non-Malaysian - RM100 (adult), RM40 (below18)

Insurance: Fees applicable same for Malaysian and Non-Malaysian.

- RM 7.00 per person

Optional Fees: Porters Fees, Souvenir Certificate, Laban Rata Resthouse Buffet Dinner and Luggage storage.

mount kinabalu

Basically there is two route to The Summit Trail: Timpohon Gate (Kinabalu Park) and Mesilau Trail.

Timpohon Gate: - After registration and payments of fees at the Park Headquarters, head for Timpohan Gate (1,866 meters), where the ascent begins. Altitudes range from 1,981 at the first rest stop to cover over 4,000 meters at the peak. The climb can be challenging and strenuous. You may choose to hike or drive the 5.5 kilometres from Kinabalu Park to the starting point. Most climbers leave Kinabalu Park before 8.00am, taking the road to Timpohon Gate.

Mesilau Trail: - The Mesilau Trail is ideal for climbers interested in flora and fauna. At 5.7 kilometers, it is longer and more challenging, taking 5 to 6 hours compared to 2 to 3 hours from the trail that starts at Timpohon Gate. Opened in 1998, it joins the Summit Trail at Layang-Layang.

Along series Rest Stop (Pondok), we reached…

Laban Rata Resthouse - The overnight stop over awaits climbers at 3,270 meters. Named Panar Laban, this shelter can take up to 140 persons, facilities include the Laban Rata Rest House which can accommodate 66 guests comfortably. It offers running water, electricity, heaters, blankets, indoor showers, toilets and a restaurant. Most climbers arrive in the late afternoon. After a long and strenuous day, Panar Laban’s warm beds, hot meals and showers help prepare them for the next day’s excitement. The second phase of the journey starts before day break. Climbers leave for the summit at 3.00am, trekking and climbing in the dark. The trail ahead includes a series of wooden ladders, fashioned from tree roots and branches. Just below Sayat Sayat at about 3,600 meters, the trails evens out. The bare granite does not support much plant life. Vegetation is sparse and severely stunted. Easier walking is possible on the flatter terrain before reaching a series of small cairns that are linked by guide ropes all the way up to Low’s Peak at 4,095 meters.

The Peaks - The spectacular Low’s Gully divides Mount Kinabalu into its Western and Eastern Plateaux. There are several trails leading to lesser peaks besides Low’s Peak. These are very tough routes and intending climbers must obtain written permission from the Park Authorities for any exploration outside the conventional trails. Experienced guides are compulsory.
Western Summit Plateau
Attractions include South Peak (3,921 meters) ands St John’s Peak (4,090 meters). Both may be climbed in a half day but are recommended only for more experienced climbers. St. John is particularly tricky. Other major peaks are Ugly Sisters (4,086 meters), Alexander (3,998meters) and Victoria (4,090 meters).
The terrain on Western Plateau is rocky but smooth, showing the effects glaciation. The trail calls for use of ropes to negotiate the challenging climb.

1. Lightweight Clothing - Although evenings at high altitudes tend to be chilly, the surroundings is largely humid. Light-weight clothing is recommended.
2. Walking Shoes - Comfortable walking shoes are necessary for the steep mountain trails.
3. Rain cape - Kinabalu experiences heavy rainfall despite dry inter monsoon periods.
4. Hat - Protects against sun and cold at higher altitudes.
5. Gloves - To protect hands from thorns, insects and cold.
6. Swim wear - Useful for exploring mountain streams and hot springs.
7. Ziploc Plastic Bags - For sealed, temporary storage of food, personal belongs, etc.
8. Leech Socks - These offer protection from leeches.
9. Warm Jacket - Temperatures can be low at night, especially at higher altitudes.
10. Lightweight Ruck Sack/Day pack - Useful for keeping essential items.
11. Rubber Sandals - Ideal for less challenging trails, in and around park and hot spring.
12. others- Sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottle, torch, batteries, camera, reading material and fisrt adi kit.

1. Do not destroy or remove any plant or animal.
2. Do not litter.
3. Do not bring heavily packaged products.
4. Do not bring pets.
5. Do respect the silence of nature.
6. Do be extra careful with inflammable materials.