Malaysia Borneo Sabah 3 Days 2 Nights Climbing Challenge at Mount Kinabalu  

Overview

Malaysia Borneo Sabah 3 Days 2 Nights Climbing Challenge at Mount Kinabalu

Begin your climbing right after 2 hours land journey, stay 1 night nearby Kinabalu Park to recharge.

The biggest attraction in Sabah for tourist all around the world - Mount Kinabalu. It’s the highest peak in south-east Asia, measuring 4,095.2 m high. Some say, the Mount Kinabalu is one of the easiest mountain to climb, but don’t underestimate the challenges that you’ll face on the Summit Trail.

You reach the final destination at Low’s peak. As you wait in the cold, dawn gradually creeps over the horizon, illuminating the darkness with the light of a new day.

Watching sunrise at the top has been described by travelers everywhere as a life -enriching experience In clear weather, you can almost see all of Sabah spread out below. From this vantage point, you will also see a dramatic drop more than 1,000 m drop - Low’s Gully. A chasm stretching 16 km. in length, it separates the summit plateau into the western and eastern plateau.

The base at the low peak is well-equipped with facilities. Advance reservation (3 ~ 6 months prior) are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Herewith places to stay overnight:

Day 1: Poring Hot Spring

(Run of House Dorm Room)

Situated in lowland rainforest, contrasting with the montane and submontane rainforest of Kinabalu Park, Poring is well know for its natural hot spring bath. Poring Hot Spring offer comfortable stay for visitors from budget hostel to beautiful lodges and luxurious villas. The accommodation units have all the necessary facilities needed. There is a restaurant (Rainforest Restaurant) in Poring serve Western Asian cuisine and local delicacies.

Or, upgraded to Kinabalu Park Accommodation (Day 1)

(Run of House Twin Share Room)

Located in the State of Sabah Borneo, Kinabalu Park is cradled in the arms of lush luminescent green, surrounding the gentle yet magnificent beauty of Mount Kinabalu. The accommodation in the park range from private suites to luxury lodges, equipped with room amenities.

Day 2: Laban Rata Resthouse

(Private Room 1,2,3 and Unisex Shared Dormitory)

Laban Rata Resthouse (3272 meters above sea level) is the biggest mountain hut among the others, and also where the restaurant and grocery shop located at. Here is the final pitstop before ascending to the summit of Low’s Peak, providing climbers with comfortable lodgings and hot meals. There are four types of room available here, which is Private Room 1, Private Room 2, Private Room 3, and non-heated unisex dormitory rooms. Laban Rata’s private rooms are all equipped with en-suite bathroom, but NO heated shower, and room heater due to scheduled and limited power supply. Non-Heated Dormitory bunk bedrooms come with common bathrooms and toilets, without any heated shower or room heater. Pillows and blankets are provided.

Recommended Things To Bring!

Clothing Essentials:

Based Layer: Thermal Undershirt
Insulating Midlayer: Warm Fleece or Sweater
Protective Outer Layer: Waterproof Windbreaker
Long Trouser (Best if waterproof)
Face Scarf / Balaclava
Hiking Shoes
Socks
Warm Hat
Extra pairs of quality socks and clothes
Gloves
Other Essentials:

Backpack and a waterproof cover
Plastic Bags / Disposable Bag
Personal Medications (Including altitude drugs)
Sun Block Lotion
Lip Balm
Mini First-aid Kit
Energy Foods and Drinks
Toilet Paper
Cash Money
Travel Adaptor
Personal Toiletries
Headlamp / Torch Light
Sandal
Raincoat / Poncho
Optional Extras:

Sunglasses
Camera
Whistle
Trekking Pole
Don’t Forget:

Passport
Visa
Identity Card
COVID-19 Preventive Measure:

Personal Face Masks
Personal Hand Sanitizer
Friendly Note for Vegan/Vegetarian Climbers: If you’re a vegan/vegetarian climber, we strongly recommend you to pack some snacks, protein shake, nuts, chips, nutrition bars or anything you like with you as the food provide might not able to fulfill individual diet/nutrition needs. Most of the meals are served in simple buffet style, we would suggest for you to pick on dishes that cater to your needs.

Insurance coverage for climbers area as follow:

Accidental death only :
MYR 70,000.00 (climber age between 13 to 75 years)
MYR 50,000.00 (climber age under 13 and above 75 years)

Lifelong disability as a result of an accident that occurred :
MYR 70,000.00 (climber age between 13 to 75 years)
MYR 50,000.00 (climber age under 13 and over 75 years)

Accidental costs only :
MYR 5,000.00 (climber age between 13 to 75 years)
MYR 2,000.00 (climber age under 13 and over 75 years)

Funeral arrangement :
MYR 2,000.00 (per climber)

** Please take note that coverage and claims will be subject to approval of Sabah Parks Management.

Itinerary
* The itinerary is for reference only, it subjects to any necessary changes in accordance to local requirements.

Day 1 : KOTA KINABALU – KINABALU PARK – TIMPOHON
08:00
Meet our driver at hotel lobby / airport and proceed with 2 hours drive to Kinabalu Park.

Arrive at "Pekan Nabalu" or Nabalu Market where you can get various local products, fruits, home grown vegetables and handicraft souvenirs.

Continue your journey to Kinabalu Park for pre-climb registration.

[Passports (International)/Original Identification Card (Malaysian) are required for verification during registration].

Proceed to Desa Dairy Farm for fresh milk, yogurt and yummy ice-cream.

Lunch at own expenses.

15:00
Check in Poring Hotspring / Kinabalu Park.

Free at own leisure to explore the area.

Dinner at restaurant.

Reminder (for Day 1)
Complimentary day tour on Day 1 applied to tours start at 8am. Any tour commenced after 8am due to late arrival will results in missing some visiting spots, subject to actual day’s schedule**
Not recommended to bring valuable items with you.
The safekeeping of your personal belongings is at your own responsibility.
Please bring your personal toiletries with you as Laban Rata Resthouse do not provide any toiletries for climbers.
After commencement of tour service there will be no refund in part or full will be made for unused service/activity.
In the unlikely event such as bad weather conditions, the local authority (Sabah Park) withholds the rights to cancel the summit climb, no refund in part or full will be given.
Kindly provide arrival and departure flight details for registration.
Non-refundable and non-transferable to other dates once the booking confirmed.
Guests must advise any disability requiring special attention or dietary request at the time the reservation is made. We will do our best to accommodate the special needs request, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so nor responsible for any denial of services by, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers.

SPECIAL NOTE: It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following aliment, it is highly recommended that you should refrain from climbing - Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart Disease, Severe Anemia, Peptic Ulcers, Epileptic Fits, Obesity (Overweight), Chronic Asthma, Muscular Cramps, Hepatitis (Jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber.

Climbers allowed hike to mountain hut on day 2 even raining; Sabah Park has the right to close the gate to summit on day 3 due to safety reason. There will be no refund / postpone in this case.

Day 2 : PARK HEADQUARTERS – TIMPOHON GATE – LABAN RATA
06:00
Wake up and have breakfast at a local restaurant (Breakfast time: 6:00am - 8:00am).

08:30
Meet up with co-ordinator at Kinabalu Park Headquater.

08:40
Register at Kinabalu Park Headquater. Please present original IDENTITY CARD / PASSPORT for verification.

08:50
Meet the assigned Mountain Guide(s) and Local Pack Lunch will be given.

09:00
Transfer to Timpohon Gate from Kinabalu Park Headquater.

09:30
Begin the ascent with your personal mountain guide. The climb will take approximately 4 ~ 6 hrs.

12:00
Take a rest and enjoy your packed lunch.

16:00
Expected to reach Laban Rata area.

16:30
Check-in at the Mountain Huts (unisex shared dormitory).

17:00
Dinner at Laban Rata Rest House restaurant (Dinner time: 4:30pm - 7pm).

Free at leisure for the rest of evening

Reminder (for Day 2)
Mountain Huts does not provide heater. Hot shower is limited as it uses solar energy and take times to heat up depending on the weather.
Free shuttle bus transfer (KOKTAS) from Kinabalu Park HQ to Timpohon Gate.

Day 3 : LOW’S PEAK – KINABALU PARK HEAD QUARTERS – KOTA KINABALU

01:00
Wake up and have supper at Laban Rata restaurant (Supper time: 2:00am - 3:30am).

02:30
Commence to the summit by torchlight. There are ladders, hand railings and ropes to help you over the steeper parts. You reach the final destination at Low’s peak, the summit of Borneo at 4,095.2m.

05:00
Witness the beautiful sunrise from the summit. Clouds usually begin to form. These swirling clouds could obstruct visibility.

06:00
Begin to descend and back to Laban Rata. (latest by 6:30am).

09:00
Arrive at Laban Rata restaurant for breakfast (Breakfast time: 7:30am - 10:30am).

10:00
Begin to descend.

15:30
Reach Timpohon Gate, transfer to Kinabalu Park’s HQ and collect your certificate.

16:30
Transfer back to hotel at Kota Kinabalu.

18:30
Estimate time of arrival.

Reminder (for Day 3)
Free shuttle bus transfer (KOKTAS) from Timpohon Gate to Kinabalu Park HQ.