The indigenous Kadazan-Dusun people refer to this mountain as 'Aki Nabalu' - the Ancestor’s Mountain. Such a grand title befits this majestic mountain at 4095 metres (above sea level), the tallest in South East Asia.
Kinabalu National Park's size of 753 square kilometres is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It contains over 5000 species of plants (many of which are endemic), nearly 100 species of mammals and 300 species of birds.
It is also one of the easier mountains to climb due to its clearly marked trails, ropes for guidance and a gradual ascent. We suggest to bring a t least 1 walking pole or purchase a wooden one at the sundry shop at Timpohon Gate. They help with endurance and reduces wear and tear on knees especially on descent.
The entrance at Timpohon Gate to the rest point at Laban Rata resthouse (3,272m above sea level) should take 5-6 hours to reach for average fit person, after which you will check-in to dormitory style accommodation. The following morning you will leave for the ascent to the peak at 02:00 in time for sunrise and make your way back to the starting point. Ropes are fixed at difficult points and climbers should stay close to it to avoid getting lost.
Read our essential guide to climbing Mount Kinabalu here.
What do I get to do?
Hiking, Hike and Hike! Mount Kinabalu is also a bird-watching haven. Spot some of Borneo's rarest birds and elusive mammals. Discover an abundance of plant life, inlcuding orchids, rafflesia and the world's largest pitcher plants.
Adventure Rating and Remarks
5 - This is one Malaysia's best adventures. The ascent is not difficult in climbing terms but it is strenuous for people that are not very fit. The air thins out as the altitude increases, and this can cause difficulties in breathing.
Accommodation
Park chalet (1 night) and dormitory style cabins at the resthouse (1 night).
Itinerary (2 itineraries listed)
The following packages below are all inclusive packages where your climbing registration (climb permit, mountain guide, park entrance etc) and transport is included. It is a seat-in-coach tour.
We do have budget packages for independent travellers who prefer to arrange their own climb registration and find their own way to the parks. This is on request via email.
3 days 2 Night (International market) (valid 2008) (SB/KKMKC3) Discontinued
Price RM1300 per pax based on twin share
includes Tours & transfers on Sit-in Coach (SIC) basis, English Speaking Guide, Entrance fees, Meals and accommodation as stated, Mountain climbing fees and certificate.
Day 1 - KK / Kundasang (Lunch, Dinner)
Pickup before 9am from Kota Kinabalu Hotel or Airport. Transfer to park HQ (88kms from KK) for check-in. Photo stops along the way . Guided walk through Poring Hotspring, canopy walkway, waterfalls and butterfly farm. Return to park HQ,and free time till dinner. Overnight at Twin Bed Cabin or similar.
Day 2 - Park HQ / Laban Rata (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Register, meet Mountain Guide, transfer to Timpohon Gate and begin trek to Laban Rata Rest house at 3000m above sea level. Overnight at Laban Rata (dormitory)
Day 3 - Summit / KK (Breakfast, Lunch)
Early rise to ascend to the summit of Mount Kinabalu to view nature’s greatness then retrace your steps back to park HQ. Receive achievement certificate and return to Kota Kinabalu.
4 Days 3 Nights (Malaysia Market) - Timpohon Trail (valid 2008) (SB/KKMKC4) Discontinued
| Minimum 2pax |
Adult |
Child (2-11 years) |
Single
RM |
Twin
RM |
Extra
RM |
Twin
RM |
Extra
RM |
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1270 |
980 |
840 |
790 |
690 |
*Child Twin rate allows children to have their own room. If sharing with parents use Child Extra rate. Maximum 1 extra bed
Includes
Return transfer from Kota Kinabalu
3 nights accommodation
Meals as indicated above
Kinabalu Park entrance fees, mountain guide fees, climbing permit, Insurance and certificate
• Peak season surcharge of RM55 per room per night from 6 – 12 Feb 2008
• Peak season surcharge of RM80 per room per night from 1-7 May 08, 16 Jul –31 Aug 08, 1-7 Oct 08, 20 Dec 08 – 4 Jan 09, 23 Jan – 1 Feb 09
Day 1 - KK / Kundasang (Lunch, Dinner)
Arrival into Kota Kinabalu airport (preferably morning arrival), meet & transfer to Mount Kinabalu. Overnight at Wildlife Mountain Lodge
Day 2 - Park HQ / Laban Rata (Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner)
Proceed to summit trails to Laban Rata passing various vegetation zones with wealth of pitcher plants, birds& other wildlife. Overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse / Gunting Lagadan Hut (whichever available).
Day 3 - Summit / KK (Breakfast, Lunch)
Ascend to the summit before sunrise & enjoy the spectacular view from the peak. Return Park. Transfer to KK Overnight at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
Day 4 - KK (Breakfast)
Transfer to K.K airport for flight home or extension stay can be arranged.
Alternatives
If you are interested to combine with Mountain TORQ: Via Feratta activities, there is an exclusive new non heated accommodation available with the packages.
What does it include?
Meals as stated, accommodation (with bed sheets, blanket, pillow), land transfers, guide and activities, entry fees into park,certificate and climbing permits.
What does it exclude? What to wear/bring?
Walking pole/stick, Headlamp, sleeping bag. May exclude transfer cost from Kinabalu Nature Park HQ to Timpohon Gate.
Suggest to bring suitable warm clothing, waterproof gear (jacket,hat & shoes), good traction shoes/boots, sunglasses, water purification tablets for mountain water at refill stations long trail, personal medication, snacks or instant meals (hot water available at park & base camp), medical kit, water bottle,
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Kinabalu is during the drier seasons between February to April. The rainy season is usually from November to January and from May to July although global warming is blurring all of this. If bad weather persists while at base camp, you may not be allowed up to the summit.
Getting here
KK International Airport can be reached direct from a number of International cities. Alternatively, there are daily flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) which can be booked via Malaysia Airlines (www.mas.com.my) or AirAsia (www.airasia.com), the region's low cost carrier.
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LOCATION
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ACCOMODATION / SERVICE
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CHARGES (RM / MYR)
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Msian
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Non-Msian
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Kinabalu Park
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Conservation Fee (Per Person)
- 18 yrs & above
- Below 18 yrs
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3.00
1.00
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15.00
10.00
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Rafflesia Conference Room (Per Day)
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250.00
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Multi-Purpose Hall (Per Hour)
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50.00
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Visit Certificate To World Heritage Site
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5.00
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Mountain Climbing
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Permit Fee (Climbing from Mesilau Nature Resort)
(Per Person)
- 18 yrs & above
- Below 18 yrs
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30.00
12.00
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100.00
40.00
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Permit Fee (Climbing from Timpohon Gate)
(Per Person)
- 18 yrs & above
- Below 18 yrs
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30.00
12.00
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100.00
40.00
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Insurance (Per Accident)
Death Per Accident Only
- Permanent Disablement As A Result Of An Accident
- Expenses Per Accident Only
- Repatriation Of Remains
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Coverage
50,000.00
50,000.00
5,000.00
2,000.00
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7.00
(Per Person)
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Certificate
- 1st Class
- 2nd Class
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10.00
1.00
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NEW RATES FOR MOUNTAIN GUIDE
(EFFECTIVE : 1ST SEPTEMBER 2008)
Notice: For Mt. Kinabalu (item no.1-3), one mountain guide is allowed to take a maximum of six (6) climbers.
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1. Guide Fee ( Timpohon - Summit - Timpohon ) 1-3 Climbers
4-6 Climbers
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Per Day
42.50
50.00
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2. Guides Fee (Timpohon - Summit - Mesilau / Mesilau - Summit - Timpohon)
1-3 Climbers
4-6 Climbers
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Per Day
47.50
57.50
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3. Guides Fee ( Mesilau - Summit - Mesilau )
1-3 Climbers
4-6 Climbers
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Per Day
47.50
60.00
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4. Guides Fee ( Mesilau – King George Peak)
(Kotal’s Route)
1-3 Climbers (1 guide)
4-6 Climbers (2 guide)
7-8 Climbers (3 guide)
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Per Guide/Per Day
100.00
100.00
100.00
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5. Others Peaks Mt. Kinabalu ( Western Plateau)
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Per Day
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St. John Peak
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25.00
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South Peak
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15.00
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Oyayubi Iwu Peak
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20.00
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St. Andrew
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30.00
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St. Alexandria
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30.00
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Victoria Peak
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30.00
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Gurkha Hut
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30.00
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Ugly Sister
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20.00
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Donkey Ears
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20.00
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Tunku Abdul Rahman
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20.00
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Lone Tree
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45.00
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Easy Valley
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35.00
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Mt. Tambuyukon ( Monggis Sub Station )
1. Sub Station – Tambuyukon – Sub Station
· 1-3 Climbers
2. Air Terjun Kikulat (Optional)
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Per Day
70.00
40.00
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Mt. Nambuyukong ( Serinsim Sub Station, Kota Marudu )
1. Sub Station – Nambuyukong – Sub Station
· 1-8 Climbers
2. Sub Station – Air Terjun Misumpak – Sub Station
· 1-8 Climbers
3. Sub Station – Makam Si Gunting – Sub Station
· 1-8 Climbers
4. Sub Station – Batu Lebah – Sub Station
· 1-8 Climbers
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Per Day
60.00
60.00
20.00
40.00
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NEW RATES FOR PORTERS
(EFFECTIVE : 1ST SEPTEMBER 2008)
Notice: Maximum weight is 10kg & additional weight will be charged base on daily rate Per Kg. (Reffering to item 1-9 & 14-18)
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Timpohon Gate → Laban Rata → Timpohon Gate
Timpohon Gate → Sayat-Sayat → Timpohon Gate
Timpohon Gate → Summit → Timpohon Gate
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Per Day / 10 kg
40.00
47.00
51.00
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Mesilau → Laban Rata → Timpohon Gate
Mesilau → Sayat-Sayat → Timpohon Gate
Mesilau → Summit→ TimpohonGate
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Per Day / 10 kg
45.00
50.00
57.00
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Mesilau → Laban Rata → Mesilau
Mesilau → Sayat-Sayat → Mesilau
Mesilau → Summit → Mesilau
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Per Day / 10 kg
51.00
57.00
62.00
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Timpohon Gate →Eastern Ridge
Timpohon Gate → Lone Tree
Timpohon Gate → Easy Valley
Timpohon Gate → Gurkha Hut
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Per Day / 1 kg
22.00
17.00
16.00
13.00
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Kotal’s Route
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Per Day / 1 kg
72.00
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Sub Station → Nambuyukong → Sub Station
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Per Day / 1 kg
37.00
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Sub Station → Air Terjun Misumpak → Gua Kelawar → Sub Station
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Per Day / 1 kg
37.00
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Sub Station → Batu Penyangat → Sub Station
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Per Day / 1 kg
37.00
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Sub Station Monggis → Tambuyukon → Sub Station Monggis
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Per Day / 10 kg
43.00
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Trails Between Timpohon Gate & Mesilau Gate
- 18 years & above (Per Person)
- Below 18 years (Per Person)
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5.00
2.00
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