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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. 

Itinerary

​Day 1: Kota Kinabalu - Timpohon Gate - Laban Rata
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
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. 

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*Our price guarantee is for published rates only and not applicable to flash deals or last-minute promotions

Pricing

Our 2D1N Mount Kinabalu climbing 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 (2025) - 
Climbers per booking
Malaysian IC holder
International
1 pax
RM2300
RM3220
2 - 3 pax
RM1910
RM2820
4 - 6 pax 
RM1810
RM2680
7+ pax
RM1740
RM2620
Valid for 2D1N Mount Kinabalu summit climbs between 1st Jan to 31st Dec 2025, prices are per person and subject to change without prior notice

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Included
  • 4 Meals and one early supper as per itinerary
  • 1 night stay at Laban Rata rest house (dormitory bed) 3270m
  • Scheduled return transfers from Kota Kinabalu (join-in basis)
  • Mountain climbing guide (max 5 climbers per guide)
  • Climbing permit, insurance and entrance fees
  • River Junkie price guarantee.
Excluded
  • ​Additional soft/alcoholic drinks
  • Optional certificate of completion RM10
  • Malaysian tourism tax  for private room only (RM10/night)
  • Guide overtime RM15 per hour after 4pm on descent day
  • Unscheduled transfer surcharge of RM300 per van for climbers reaching Timpohon gate after 7pm on descent day

Accommodation

​Accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse is in 4 to 14 bed dormitories with communal bathroom facilities and rooms are allocated on arrival at Laban rata. Upgrades to private rooms in Laban Rata must be pre-booked and cost an additional RM350 per person. Private rooms at Laban Rata must be fully occupied i.e 2 pax for private ensuite twin share or 6 pax for private ensuite dormitory.

If you would like to stay in Kinabalu Park the night before or after your climb, this can be added for only RM150 per person, inclusive of transport, meals & private room accommodation - just ask us for more info or see our 3D2N Mount Kinabalu packages.

Please visit our Mount Kinabalu accommodation page for more information about staying at Laban Rata Resthouse and Kinabalu Park.
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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.

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Hotline - (+60) 01112658581
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Explore all climbing options

Mount Kinabalu summit climbs
  • 2D1N Mount Kinabalu - 1 night Laban Rata Resthouse
  • 3D2N Mount Kinabalu - 1 night Kinabalu Park & 1 night Laban Rata Resthouse
  • 4D3N Mount Kinabalu -  1 night Kinabalu Park, 1 night Laban Rata Resthouse & 1 night Poring hot springs
  • ​2D1N Mount Kinabalu with Via Ferrata - 1 night Pendant Hut & a via ferrata activity after the summit
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  • 4D3N Mulu Pinnacles hike - 4 stunning caves, long boat rides, hiking, & climbing all in 4 days! (1200m asl)

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Lot G27 (ground floor)
Wisma Sabah,  
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.                                     
Phone (+60) 0111 2658581

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  • Home
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      • Mount Kinabalu climbing packages
      • Planning your climb
      • Mount Kinabalu Trail
      • Packing for Mount Kinabalu
      • Mount Kinabalu accommodation
      • Mount Kinabalu FAQs
      • Mount Kinabalu - History & Biodiversity
      • West to East Shuttle
    • Mulu National Park
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