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Packing for Mount Kinabalu


Packing list

Packing everything you need and nothing that you don't is the key to keeping your backpack weight under control and making your Mount Kinabalu climb just that little bit easier. Make sure you check the list below at least a few days before your climb and again after packing your bag to be sure you have everything you need. You will need to bring your passport or Malaysian IC with you as it is required for registration at Kinabalu Park. After registration, you will be issued with a climber ID Tag that you are required to wear at all times whilst on the trail. Via Ferrata climbers, please read until the end of the page as there are a few specific items you will need.
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Packing tips

  • Aim to carry a small backpack weighing no more than 7kg including 2L of water
  • Use the luggage storage room at Kinabalu Park to store any extra luggage (RM12 per bag, any size)
  • Don't​ bring a sleeping bag as blankets are provided at Laban Rata and sleeping bags are provided at Pendant Hut.
  • Hire a porter if needed, they and their families rely on climbers for income
  • Leave space in your bag for your packed lunch, it will be given to you before setting off.
  • Remember to wrap the contents of your bag in a plastic bag just in case of heavy rain, especially any electronics!
  • Leave anything you don't need for the summit climb at your accommodation and just bring warm clothes, head torch, water, snacks & camera/phone with you to the summit. After sunrise, you will head back down to the accommodation for breakfast and can collect the rest of your belongings before continuing back down to Park HQ
  • Contact us with any questions about what to or what not to bring, we'll be happy to help!

What to wear to climb Mount Kinabalu

The temperature at Timpohon gate where you will begin your climb is usually around 18 to 24 degrees and most climbers begin their Mount Kinabalu climb in shorts or leggings and a T-shirt.  By the time you reach Layang-Layang shelter for lunch, you will notice the temperature start to drop and may want to add a fleece and/or raincoat.

Your accommodation is located at 3200m asl and the temperature is typically between 8 to 12 degrees. After checking into your room you will want to change into trousers a thermal layer and a fleece plus add a jacket if you are spending much time outside

When you wake up at 2am you will want to dress quickly for the summit, pull on some trousers, a thermal layer, a fleece and a jacket. The hike to the summit will help to keep you warm  but once you reach the exposed granite slopes close to Low's Peak and finally stop and sit to watch the glorious sunrise you will chill down fast. Bring gloves, a hat and a scarf, the temperature at the summit of Mount Kinabalu is typically 0 to 3 degrees with an additional windchill factor. 

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Packing notes for Via Ferrata climbers

In addition to the above, Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata climbers should take note of the following:
  • Gloves are mandatory for all Via Ferrata climbers. The best type of gloves to bring are basic lightweight gardening gloves to help you grip the metal cables. 
  • You must wear lace-up shoes such as running shoes, trail runners or hiking boots for the Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata, no other shoe types are permitted (i.e rubber boots, sandals and rubber shoes are all not permitted, please ask us in advance if you are not sure).
  • Bring snacks! You will leave Pendant Hut after a light supper at 2am and won't be back again until between 9am - 12pm depending on the Via Ferrata route you choose. In between, you will be summiting Mount Kinabalu and doing the Via Ferrata so you will appreciate some high energy snacks. 
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  • Home
  • Explore Borneo
    • Wildlife Destinations >
      • Kinabatangan River
      • Danum Valley
      • Tabin Wildlife Reserve
      • Deramakot Forest Reserve
      • Turtle Island
    • Mount Kinabalu >
      • 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
    • Off the beaten track >
      • Maliau Basin
      • Mount Trus Madi
      • Orou Sapulot
      • Kiau Homestay (Mt Kinabalu foothills)
      • Batang Ai
    • Day trips from Kota Kinabalu >
      • Kinabalu Geopark Trekking
      • Kiulu river rafting
      • Proboscis Monkey River Cruise
      • Snorkeling KK Marine park
      • Scuba diving in KK Marine park
  • Combo itineraries
  • About
    • About Malaysian Borneo
    • About Us
    • Scuba Junkie Locations >
      • Scuba Junkie Kota Kinabalu
      • Scuba Junkie Komodo
      • Scuba Junkie Penida
      • Scuba Junkie Sipadan
      • Scuba Junkie Sangalaki
    • Terms & Conditions
  • Contact