Overview

Explore the lush countryside of Malaysia's furthest northern corner in Sabah! Skip the bustling cities, street markets, and beach destinations for a thrilling hiking activity up Mount Kinabalu. Deemed as the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia, reaching Kinabalu's peak should be a goal in your bucketlist during your stay in the island. On this trek, a life-changing experience awaits you at the summit, paired with full rest stops in the mountain huts area, garnished dinner, and a free-time relaxation at the Laban Rata. Once midnight has passed, get ready to munch on a hearty supper at the Laban Rata restaurant before beginning the ascent to the summit. Once you've conquered the top, celebrate your victory capturing the new sights of Sabah's entirety – witness spectacular views of the island captivated by the gorgeous sunrise. See life in full as you marvel at the lush greeneries, rich rainforest, and the multiple landscapes before you. Complete with hotel round trip services, professional mountain guides, and meals, you're guaranteed a safe landing on Mount Kinabalu. Discover a world outside of Malaysia's buzzing capital and go on a challenging hiking adventure today!

3 Nights 4 Days Available on request
Itinerary

Day 1: Kota Kinabalu / Kinabalu HQ

Pickup from airport and depart on a 2 hours journey to Kinabalu Park Headquarters.
En route passing by villages and a panoramic vista of the valleys of the Crocker Range.
Check into Kinabalu Park Hostel or similar (Dormitory) Sharing basis
Rest of the day free and easy.
Dinner will be served at restaurant and overnight.
*Meals Included : Dinner

*Accommodation: Grace / Rock (Dormitory) or similar

Day 02 – Park HQ/ Timpohon Gate/ Ascend Mount Kinabalu/ Panalaban Base Camp

Breakfast at Park Restaurant. Thereafter, collect your packed lunch.
Proceed to the Park HQ to register for the climb.
Our guide will arrange for all necessary registrations, assign you a mountain guide and apply for your ID TAG.
Remember to wear your ID TAG at all times.
You’ll then be transferred to starting point – Timpohon Gate – where your journey and quest to the summit of Borneo’s highest mountain begins! The climb will take approximately 4-5 hours.
The trek will pass by different vegetation zones from Oak and Chestnut to mossy and eventually to alpine type of vegetation.
Arrive PanaLaban Base Camp @ 3272m and check into your accommodation
Buffet Dinner at Laban Rata Restaurant and overnight.
*Meals Included: Breakfast / Packed Lunch / Dinner

*Accommodation: Panalaban Assorted Huts (Non-Heated Dormitory Bunk-bed with sharing bathroom & toilet)

Day 03 – Low’s Peak/ Descend Mount Kinabalu/ Kota Kinabalu

Wake up for early supper and depart for continuation of journey towards the summit of Mount Kinabalu.
The journey up to the Low’s peak @ 4,095m will test your fitness and determination. Depending on speed of trekking, you might be able to experience the glorious sunrise over the majestic Mt. Kinabalu if weather permits.

Descend back to Panalaban Base Camp for late breakfast and check out. Trek down to Timpohon Gate for transfer back to the Kinabalu Park Headquarter (est. arrival 1300hrs to 1500hrs) and collect your trek completion certificate. Buffet Lunch will be served at the Balsam Restaurant in Kinabalu Park.
Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu City. Journey takes approx. 2 hrs.
Check into Klagan Hotel. Free at leisure. (Superior Twin/Triple Room) or similar
Overnight.
*DO TAKE NOTE THERE WILL BE CUT OFF TIME SETUP TO REACH THE GATE, YOU WILL BE STOPPED FROM SUMMIT CLIMB IF YOU ARE TOO SLOW.

*Meals Included : Supper / Breakfast / Lunch

*Accommodation: 3* Kota Kinabalu City Hotel (Twin-share)

Day 04 – Depart Kota Kinabalu (or extend stay)
After breakfast, free to check-out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport.

*You can also extend your stay at Kinabalu and explore around. You can update us during the booking confirmation.

*Meals Included : Breakfast

Inclusions
Inclusions & Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Meals as Stated in the detailed itinerary
  • 03 Nights Accommodation
  • Entrance Fees
  • Return Airport/Hotel Transfer
  • Return Transfer (Park HQ – Timpohon Gate – Park HQ)
  • Mountain Guide
  • Trek Insurance
  • Climbing Permit
  • Mount Kinabalu Certificate and Certificate Holder

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Airfare to Malaysia
  • Malaysia Visa
  • Porter Fee
  • Guides/Porter Tips 
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Any Items Not Mentioned
  • Travel Insurance (*compulsory covering trekking up to 4100m)
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal Medication
  • Covid19 Pre/Post Test
  • Covid19 Travel Insurance
Type of Trek
International Treks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Kota Kinablu / Kinablu HQ Pickup from airport and depart on a 2 hours journey to Kinabalu Park Headquarters. En route passing by villages and a panoramic vista of the valleys of the Crocker Range. Check into Kinabalu Park Hostel or similar (Dormitory) Sharing basis Rest of the day free and easy. Dinner will be served at restaurant and overnight. *Meals Included : Dinner *Accommodation: Grace / Rock (Dormitory) or similar Day 02 – Park HQ/ Timpohon Gate/ Ascend Mount Kinabalu/ Panalaban Base Camp Breakfast at Park Restaurant. Thereafter, collect your packed lunch. Proceed to the Park HQ to register for the climb. Our guide will arrange for all necessary registrations, assign you a mountain guide and apply for your ID TAG. Remember to wear your ID TAG at all times. You’ll then be transferred to starting point – Timpohon Gate – where your journey and quest to the summit of Borneo’s highest mountain begins! The climb will take approximately 4-5 hours. The trek will pass by different vegetation zones from Oak and Chestnut to mossy and eventually to alpine type of vegetation. Arrive PanaLaban Base Camp @ 3272m and check into your accommodation Buffet Dinner at Laban Rata Restaurant and overnight. *Meals Included: Breakfast / Packed Lunch / Dinner *Accommodation: Panalaban Assorted Huts (Non-Heated Dormitory Bunk-bed with sharing bathroom & toilet) Day 03 – Low’s Peak/ Descend Mount Kinabalu/ Kota Kinabalu 0200hrs: Wake up for early supper and depart for continuation of journey towards the summit of Mount Kinabalu. The journey up to the Low’s peak @ 4,095m will test your fitness and determination. Depending on speed of trekking, you might be able to experience the glorious sunrise over the majestic Mt. Kinabalu if weather permits. 0700hrs: Descend back to Panalaban Base Camp for late breakfast and check out. Trek down to Timpohon Gate for transfer back to the Kinabalu Park Headquarter (est. arrival 1300hrs to 1500hrs). Congratulations, you can now collect your Certificate of Achievement! Buffet Lunch will be served at the Balsam Restaurant in Kinabalu Park. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu City. Journey takes approx. 2 hrs. Check into Klagan Hotel. Free at leisure. (Superior Twin/Triple Room) or similar Overnight. *DO TAKE NOTE THERE WILL BE CUT OFF TIME SETUP TO REACH THE GATE, YOU WILL BE STOPPED FROM SUMMIT CLIMB IF YOU ARE TOO SLOW. *Meals Included : Supper / Breakfast / Lunch *Accommodation: 3* Kota Kinabalu City Hotel (Twin-share) Day 04 – Depart Kota Kinabalu (or extend stay) After breakfast, free to check-out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport. *You can also extend your stay at Kinabalu and explore around. You can update us during the booking confirmation. *Meals Included : Breakfast