Alpine Sports/Rock Climbing & Rappelling is now available at Mount Kinanalu, Sabah!!
Our friendly and very attentive activity providers, Mountain Torq has launched new extraordinary alpine adventures in Mount Kinabalu! Scale the Mt Kinabalu’s granite walls, explore the various peaks of Mt Kinabalu from the ways of a sports/rock climber. Discover what it’s like to descend from a rope from great heights.
Whether you have been to Mount Kinabalu or not, MT now has another reason why you should be heading up there. You don't need to be an experienced mountain climber to go for sports climbing. Just as long you are not afraid of heights and be attentive to the trainer/guide's instructions. Some experience in rock/wall climbing is required.
Where is sports climbing done here?
Check out the highest VIA FERATTA in the world!
What do I get to do?
Explore the various peaks of Mt Kinabalu from the ways of a sports/rock climber and then top it up by walking the highest via feratta in the world.
Adventure Rating and Remarks
A must do actvity if you aren't afraid of heights. Go up to Low's Peak summit for the sunrise then spend the later morning on these activities.
Accommodation
Mountain Torq offers you their own brand spanking new dorm accommodation, Pendant Huts (30 bunk beds) or Sayat-Sayat Hut (10 bunk beds), if you are taking up their activities.
They have also taken over management of final check point Sayat Sayat Hut for future alpine climbing activities.
Itinerary
Please write in to us for prices and a customised itinerary to include any of the actvities listed below.
Introduction to Sports Climbing (Single Pitch) SB/KKMKCSC
Price TBC
This introductory clinic lets you find out what sports climbing is all about on the roof of Borneo.
Who is it for? Beginners
Grading Beginners
Duration 3hrs
Introduction to Sports Climbing (Multi Pitch) SB/KKMKCSC2
Price TBC
Hike up to Low’s Peak, Mt Kinabalu's highest point at 4,095m. On descent, take a via ferrata detour to see stunning views and explore hidden corners of the mountain plateau.
Who is it for? Beginners to Novice
Grading Novice
Duration 3hrs
Sports Climbing Level 1 SB/KKMKCSCL1
Price TBC
This basic certification course is designed to equip you with the fundamentals of sports climbing. At the end of the course, you should be able to tackle a variety of easy sports climbing routes.
Who is it for? Beginners
Grading Beginners
Duration 2 full days
Sports Climbing Level 2 (Single Pitch) SB/KKMKCSCL2
Price TBC
This intermediate certification course builds upon your basic sports climbing skills. This course will provide you with the necessary skills and confidence to lead routes and set your own ropes.
Prerequisite Sports Climbing Level 1 certification or equivalent.
Grading Novice
Duration 3 full days
Introduction to Rappelling (Abseiling) SB/KKMKR
Price TBC
Discover the exhilaration of descending on a rope amidst swirling clouds.
Who is it for? Beginners
Grading Beginners
Duration 3hrs
Rappelling (Abseiling) Level 1 SB/KKMKRL1
Price TBC
A one-day certification course that imparts skills and techniques used for descending a sheer rock face or cliff.
Who is it for? Novice
Grading Novice
Duration 1 full day
Introduction to Rope Ascending SB/KKMKRA
Price TBC
What goes down, must come up!
Who is it for? Beginners
Grading Beginners
Duration 3hrs
What does it include?
At Laban Rata base camp, our activity partners MT will provide all technical safety equipment required for its activities. As for personal items, here's a checklist of what you will normally bring for mountain hiking:
Warm clothing, waterproof gloves, water bottle, headlamp, comfortable running/ hiking shoes (waterproof is best) with good threads, raincoat/Wind breaker, woolen cap, energy snacks, sunglass and sun lotion (beware of the strong UV rays), A small backpack to hold your things
Packages up to Laban Rata/Low's Peak would include meals listed in the itinerary, entry permit, park fees, mountain guide fee, mountain climbing insurance, English speaking guide (from KK hotel or airport to Kinabalu Nature Park or Mesilau Nature Park only).
What does it exclude?
Gratuity tips, meals not listed, snacks. Please note that food at Laban Rata is more expensive. You may bring your own food up.
Please provide yourself additional travel insurance, check if activities listed are covered by your insurance and know your physical and mental limits before exerting on high-altitude activites.
Best time to visit
Available year round. Weather is usually better during non-monsoon periods (Mar-Sept). It gets windy & cold up there so do bring the right gear.
Getting Here
From Kuala Lumpur, you can choose to either fly via Malaysia Airlines (MAS) or AirAsia to Kota Kinabalu.
There are taxi and mini-buses (or van) from the open-air Kota Kinabalu Bus station to Kinabalu Nature Park. The station is located in the heart of town. Kota Kinabalu town is a compact town where almost every location is in walking distance.
Responsible Tourism practices
This is a responsible operator who employs former Kinabalu mountain guides and equips them with professional mountain climbing skills and customer service. The equipment used are world class standards and constantly checked for safety.
They have invested substantially into contructing the Pendant Hut at Laban Rata and taken over the management plus improved the conditions of the old final checkpoint hut, Sayat Sayat. These accommodations will ensure the guides and guests are provided with a comfortable rest before the strenuous activities.
Non biodegradable waste are taken down to Kinabalu Nature Park.