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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 the night before your climb helps you to acclimatise to altitude and allows for a more relaxed start to your climbing day. If you're planning to travel to Sandakan or Sepilok after your climb then you can stay the night after your climb in the park and continue over to the East coast with our West to East shuttle the following day at 9am.

Accommodation options in Kinabalu Park range from no-frills but clean private rooms 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!



Itinerary 

Option 1: 3D2N Kinabalu Park - Laban Rata
  • Overnight in Kinabalu Park before your climb
  • Recommended for climbers returning to Kota Kinabalu after their 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
  • Recommended for climbers continuing on to Sepilok or Sandakan after their 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.

To continue overland to Sepilok or Sandakan, catch our West to East coast shuttle at 9am from outside Sutera Sanctuary Lodges reception. Book your shuttle ticket together with your climb to guarantee availability! Shuttles operate based on minimum 2 people per departure.

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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 below are inclusive of the latest Mount Kinabalu fee update from Sabah Parks which took effect on 1st Jan 2023
INTERNATIONAL CLIMBERS - 3D2N Kinabalu Park / Laban Rata
Climbers per booking
1st Jan - 31st Mar 2023
1st Apr - 31st Dec 2023
1 pax
RM2680
RM2890
2 - 3 pax
RM2390
RM2490
4 - 6 pax 
RM2340
RM2350
7+ pax
RM2240
RM2290
MALAYSIAN IC HOLDERS - 3D2N Kinabalu Park / Laban Rata 
Climbers per booking
1st Jan - 31st Mar 2023
1st Apr - 31st Dec  2023
1 pax
RM2000
RM2170
2 - 3 pax
RM1630
RM1780
4 - 6 pax 
RM1490
RM1680
7+ pax
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
Optional add-on: Book a shuttle ticket to Sepilok or Sandakan for after your climb and save 20%! Our West to East shuttle departs daily from Kinabalu Park at 9am (subject to min 2 pax) and stops off at Poring hot springs and Sabah Tea Plantation before dropping you at your hotel in Sepilok or Sandakan in the early evening.

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.

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.
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