Kampung Kiau Jungle Trekking
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Jungle trekking around Kampung Kiau in the foothills of the majestic Mount Kinabalu is not for the faint hearted! This trek will take you through dense forest, pineapple fields, steep mountainsides and finally to the lookout point where, on a sunny day, you’ll be greeted with a panoramic view of Mt Kinabalu. This day trip departing from Kota Kinabalu city is a great alternative or add on to a traditional trip to Mount Kinabalu and offers you the chance to immerse yourself in local ethnic Dusun culture whilst testing yourself physically in the jungles of Borneo. Those that dare to venture off the beaten path will be rewarded with spectacular views (weather dependent!), beautiful jungle surroundings and maybe even a chance to sample one of the freshly grown pineapples in the village or see the locals tapping rubber trees in their traditional method.
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Itinerary
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Pick up around 6.30am from your accommodation in Kota Kinabalu to begin the scenic drive to Kiau Village in the foothills of Mt Kinabalu, if the weather is on your side you will be able to enjoy a great view of Mount Kinabalu along the way!
Once you arrive in Kiau Village you will meet your local guide and begin the two hour long hike to the summit of Nuluh Lingion (other hikes are available within the National Park upon request with at least 3 days notice). Along the way, you’ll walk through local farms where you can spot (and taste!) fresh pineapple, jackfruit, wild ginger, bananas and much more. You will then continue your hike through trails of primary forest up to the scenic lookout point. Enjoy your packed lunch and a well deserved rest at the summit of Nuluh Lingion (1420 meters). Weather permitting, you’ll have panoramic views of Mount Kinabalu and it's waterfalls! After lunch, you’ll have your pick of four routes to descend back to the Kiau Village, all options include steep descents, traversing rivers, and beautiful jungle views. Depending on your chosen route, you will arrive back at Kiau village in the mid to late afternoon for a chance to sample the local Dusun food at one of the local homestays before meeting your driver for the transfer back to Kota Kinabalu city. Expected arrival time back in Kota Kinabalu is around 5pm to 6pm but this is traffic & trekking route dependent. |
Additional info |
Includes: Transfers ex-Kota Kinabalu, lunch, entrance fees and English speaking guide.
Excludes: Items not mentioned. Recommended to bring: Water bottle, insect repellent, hat, walking shoes with good grip (Adidas Kampung are best), long socks for leech protection & raincoat. Leech socks can be purchased from Kota Kinabalu day before trip if preferred, other long socks will also work. SPECIAL NOTE: It is recommended that all guests are physically fit before joining this trip. Trails are challenging and can become vary slippery, especially if you encounter wet conditions. |
Price per person |
RM250
Based on 2-4pax booking, discounts available for group bookings |
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