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3D2N Mount Kinabalu with Kinabalu Park

Kinabalu Park is Malaysia's first UNESCO World heritage site so don't forget to spend at least one night here!  Staying in the park the night before your climb will help you to acclimatise to altitude and allows for a more relaxed start to your climbing day - highly recommended! It's also possible to stay after your climb if you don't want to rush back to Kota Kinabalu after a full day of hiking. There are numerous trails to explore around the base of the mountain as well as a small botanical garden.

Accommodation options in Kinabalu Park range from no-frills but clean 2-4 bed dorms to luxurious mountain chalets and all include dinner on the night of your stay along with breakfast the following morning. Perfect to fuel up before or after tackling your climb to the summit of Mount Kinabalu!

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Itinerary 

Option 1: 3D2N Kinabalu Park - Laban Rata (overnight in Kinabalu Park before your climb)

DAY 1: KOTA KINABALU - KINABALU PARK

The adventure will normally begin with a pick-up around 6:30 am in Kota Kinabalu (depending on accommodation and other guests) and proceed to Kinabalu Park traversing the Crocker Range with panoramic views of the surrounding hills; the focal point of which is Mount Kinabalu. A later transfer at 12.30pm can be arranged for those flying in same day or wanting to get a lie-in before their climb (12.30pm transfer departs based on minimum 2 pax, solo transfer or unscheduled transfer time subject to additional RM300 per van).  Upon arrival at Kinabalu Park (1,520m), we will register you for the climb the following day; you are then free to spend the day hiking the various trails of the beautiful Kinabalu park, and enjoy lunch based on your own arrangement. In the evening, enjoy your included dinner in the park and be sure get an early night’s sleep for your climb the following day. Meals: Dinner

DAY 2: PARK HQ - LABAN RATA

Wake-up for a buffet breakfast at Balsam Café, meet your guide and our driver around 8:30 – 9:00 am), collect your packed lunch for the day and wait for your 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 route to your accommodation you will pass through four different elevation zones with notable vegetation and mammals. Keep your eye out for the famous pitcher-plants 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 you will 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: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Buffet Dinner​

DAY 3: LABAN RATA - LOW'S PEAK - 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 Mt Kinabalu (4095m). Your headtorch 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 meeting with your guide to begin the descent back to Timpohon gate. Once you reach back to Timophon gate, meet our driver where he will transfer you to Park Headquarters where you could collect your certificate saying you’ve successfully conquered Mt Kinabalu (optional, RM 10 per certificate). Have lunch in the park while waiting for any other climbers to return to Park Headquarters before departing together back to Kota Kinabalu. 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  

Option 2: 3D2N Laban Rata - Kinabalu park (overnight in Kinabalu Park after your climb)

DAY 1: KOTA KINABALU - PARK HQ - LABAN RATA

The adventure begins with pick-up around 6:30 am in Kota Kinabalu (depending on accommodation and other guests) and proceed to Kinabalu Park traversing the Crocker Range with panoramic views of the surrounding hills; the focal point of which is Mt Kinabalu. Upon arrival to Mt Kinabalu Park Headquarters (estimated 8:30-9:00 am), collect your packed lunch and proceed to register for your Mt Kinabalu summit climb and meet your guide for the trip. After registration, you will be transferred 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 route to your accommodation, you will pass through four different elevation zones with notable vegetation and mammals. 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, you will 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

DAY 2: LABAN RATA - LOW'S PEAK - KINABALU PARK

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 Mt Kinabalu (4095m). Your headtorch 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 meeting with your guide to begin the descent back to Timpohon gate. Once you reach back to Timophon gate, meet our River Junkie driver where he will transfer you to Park Headquarters where you could collect your certificate saying you’ve successfully conquered Mt Kinabalu (optional, RM 10 per certificate). Have lunch at Balsam Café before checking into ​your accommodation at Kinabalu Park and enjoy a well-deserved rest (and shower!). When ready, make your way to Balsam Café for your buffet dinner. Meals: Early Supper, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3: KINABALU PARK - KOTA KINABALU

Wake up in the morning and enjoy breakfast at your own pace in Kinabalu Park. Spend the rest of the day stretching your legs out by exploring the many trails around Kinabalu Park or a walk around Botanical Gardens (no guide for this portion, optional add-on guide for RM230). After exploring, grab lunch at one of the restaurants (own arrangement) before departure back to Kota Kinabalu around 3:00 – 4:00 pm depending on other guests returning from the mountain. Meals: Breakfast

Transfers back to Kota Kinabalu before 3pm are available upon request and subject to an unscheduled transfer fee of RM300 per van.

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Honest Pricing

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*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.

​The prices shown for 2023 are quoted based on the latest fee update from Sabah Parks which will take effect from 1st Jan 2023

International climbers - 3D2N Kinabalu Park / Laban Rata

INTERNATIONAL	Now - 31st Dec 2022	1st Jan - 31st Mar 2023	1st Apr - 31st Dec 2023
1 pax	RM2320	RM2680	RM2890
2 - 3 pax	RM2090	RM2390	RM2490
4 - 6 pax	RM2040	RM2340	RM2350
7+ pax	RM1940	RM2240	RM2290

Malaysian IC holders - 3D2N Kinabalu Park / Laban Rata

MALAYSIAN IC HOLDER	Now - 31st Dec 2022	1st Jan - 31st Mar 2023	1st Apr - 31st Dec 2023
1 pax	RM1760	RM2000	RM2170
2 - 3 pax	RM1530	RM1630	RM1780
4 - 6 pax	RM1390	RM1490	RM1680
7+ pax	RM1345	RM1445	RM1620

* Prices quoted are per person
* Accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse on dormitory basis, private room ("run of house" basis) at Kinabalu Park
* Upgrade to private room in Laban Rata, add RM275pp (subject to availability), minimum 2 pax per private room
* Please see below for climbing package inclusions & exclusions

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Included

• 6 Meals and one early supper as per itinerary
• 1 night stay at Laban Rata rest house(dormitory bed), 3270m 1 night stay at Kinabalu Park accommodation
• Scheduled return transfers from Kota Kinabalu
• 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 RM10/room per night (private room only)
• Guide overtime RM15 per hour after 4pm
• Unscheduled or private transfer: RM300 per van per way - also applicable to climbers reaching Timpohon gate after 7pm.

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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 have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. 

​Passport or Identity card is required for all climbers for registration at Sabah parks office.

Weather can be unpredictable and summit attempts are subject to weather conditions as safety is our main priority.

Visit our
Mount Kinabalu Information Centre
​to learn more about the climb, what to pack and how to prepare

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To book

​Email- info@river-junkie.com 
​Hotline- (+60) 01112658581