2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climb
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The fastest way to climb Mount Kinabalu! Set off early from Kota Kinabalu and be on your way up the trail from Timpohon Gate by 10am. Spend a night at Laban Rata Resthouse before beginning your summit attempt in the (very!) early hours of the morning. Return to your accommodation for breakfast then descend back to Timpohon gate where lunch awaits in the park. Return to Kota Kinabalu for a hot shower and much deserved rest!
If you are planning to travel on to Sepilok or Sandakan after your climb, you can stay overnight in or nearby the park and catch our West to East Shuttle the following day at 9am. Ask us about adding on 1 night in Kinabalu Park for only RM100 per person inclusive of dinner & breakfast! |
Itinerary
Day 1: Kota Kinabalu - Timpohon Gate - Laban Rata
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The adventure begins with pick-up around 6:30 am in Kota Kinabalu (depending on accommodation and other guests) for a 2 hour drive to Kinabalu Park, traversing the Crocker Range with panoramic views of the surrounding hills, including the mighty Mount Kinabalu. Upon arrival to Mount Kinabalu Park Headquarters (estimated 8:30-9:00 am), collect your packed lunch and register for your Mount Kinabalu summit climb. Meet your guide and transfer to Timpohon Gate (1,829m), from here you will begin your climb to Laban Rata (3,353 m), your accommodation for the evening. Along the way, you will pass through four different elevation zones each with their own distinctive vegetation. Keep your eye out for the famous pitcher-plants or the cheeky Kinabalu Mountain shrews, endemic to Mount Kinabalu. The average time to get to Laban Rata (Panar Laban) will take about 5 hours; this may vary depending on stops and your fitness level. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation for the evening and rest before your buffet dinner where you can enjoy the sunset from above the clouds. Once you finished, head to bed for an early night’s sleep after a long day of climbing. Meals: Packed Lunch and Buffet Dinner
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Laban Rata Resthouse
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Day 2: Laban Rata - Low's Peak - Timpohon gate - Kota Kinabalu
Depending on the time your guide has told you, wake-up around 2:00 am to have a quick supper at Laban Rata before continuing the climb to the summit of Mount Kinabalu (4095m). Your head torch will guide you through the dark as you make your way before sunrise. Reach Low’s Peak around the time the sun begins to make an appearance (weather dependent). Congratulations! You’ve successfully reached the highest point between the Himalayas and New Guinea, also the most prominent peak in S.E. Asia. With your guide, begin your descent back to Laban Rata as you enjoy the views of the Crocker Range plateaus, valleys and nearby villages. Upon arrival to Laban rata, enjoy a well-deserved breakfast before checking out and starting your descent back to Timpohon gate. Arrive at Timpohon gate and have a short rest whilst waiting for your park shuttle to take you to Liwagu restaurant for lunch. Our River Junkie driver will meet you at Liwagu Restaurant and transfer you back to Kota Kinabalu together with other River Junkie climbers, making a stop at park HQ for climbers wishing to collect their climbing certificates*. The normal departure time from Kinabalu Park is around 3 – 4 pm depending on other climbers, arriving back to Kota Kinabalu around 5-6pm. Meals: Early Supper, Breakfast, Lunch
* If you wish to collect your climbing certificate saying you’ve successfully conquered Mount Kinabalu (optional, RM 10 per certificate), please advise your guide during your descent and our driver will help to arrange this for you.
* If you wish to collect your climbing certificate saying you’ve successfully conquered Mount Kinabalu (optional, RM 10 per certificate), please advise your guide during your descent and our driver will help to arrange this for you.
Honest Pricing
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At River Junkie, we like to keep our pricing as fair, honest and transparent as possible. If you find the exact trip that we are offering for a lower price, we will either match it or beat it - this is our guarantee in providing you with honest pricing.
*Our price guarantee is for published rates only and not applicable to flash deals or last-minute promotions
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Pricing
Packages are inclusive of transport, accommodation, meals, guide, permit fee & entry fee - just pack your bag and go! More details of inclusions and exclusions can be found below.
2D1N Mount Kinabalu - valid for climbs until 31st Dec 2023
Climbers per booking |
Malaysian IC holder |
International |
1 pax |
RM2070 |
RM2790 |
2 - 3 pax |
RM1680 |
RM2390 |
4 - 6 pax |
RM1580 |
RM2250 |
7+ pax |
RM1520 |
RM2190 |
* Prices are subject to change without prior notice
* Prices quoted are per person
* Accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse on dormitory basis
* Upgrade to private room in Laban Rata is subject to availability, add RM275pp, minimum 2 pax per private room
* Please see below for climbing package inclusions & exclusions
* Prices quoted are per person
* Accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse on dormitory basis
* Upgrade to private room in Laban Rata is subject to availability, add RM275pp, minimum 2 pax per private room
* Please see below for climbing package inclusions & exclusions
Optional add-ons
- 1 night in a private room in Kinabalu Park with dinner & breakfast: RM100 per person (subject to room availability)
- West to East shuttle: RM200 per person (inclusive of 20% discount for River Junkie climbers)
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Included
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Excluded
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Additional Info
It is recommended that all climbers be physically fit before attempting this climb. If climbers have any concerns, they should then have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb.
Passport or Identity card is required for all climbers for registration at Sabah parks office.
Passport or Identity card is required for all climbers for registration at Sabah parks office.
To book
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