3D2N Mount Sinsing Hiking Adventure in Tambunan Print

09:00 Hrs: Meet your driver at Kota Kinabalu International Airport or your hotel in Kota Kinabalu for a scenic three-hour drive to Tambunan, a peaceful highland town surrounded by rolling hills and misty forests. 

Upon arrival, some groups may be required to stop by the Sabah Forestry Department Office to obtain climbing permits before continuing to Basecamp 1. 

Enjoy the beautiful countryside along the way as you pass local villages and stretches of cool, misty terrain. When you arrive at Basecamp 1, check in to your shared hut accommodation and take a moment to relax in the calm mountain air. Dinner will be a simple local meal prepared by the community, served with genuine Sabahan hospitality. 

Overnight at Basecamp 1 (Shared Hut). 

Morning: After breakfast, collect your packed lunch and prepare for an exciting day on the trail. 

07:30 Hrs: Transfer by 4WD to the trailhead and begin your ascent of Mount Sinsing (2,603 m). The trail leads through lush rainforest and mossy forest, where the air is cool and fresh, and the path is lined with orchids, pitcher plants, and ferns that thrive in the Trusmadi highlands. 

The trek is moderately challenging, covering about 6 to 7 km in 3 to 4 hours, with a mix of steep climbs and rope-assisted sections. 

Arrive at Erick Basecamp by afternoon and rest while taking in the crisp mountain breeze. As night falls, enjoy a warm dinner and the peaceful sounds of nature surrounding you. 

Overnight at Erick Basecamp (Shared Hut). Temperatures can drop below 10°C at night, so pack warm layers. 

03:00 Hrs: Wake up early for a light supper before beginning your summit climb under the starry sky. 

Begin trekking at 03:30 Hrs to reach the summit of Mount Sinsing just before sunrise. The effort is rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of Mount Kinabalu, Mount Trusmadi, and the Crocker Range as the morning light spreads across Sabah’s highlands. 

After enjoying the view and taking your summit photos, descend to Erick Basecamp for brunch and a short rest. 

Continue your descent to the trailhead, then transfer back to Basecamp 1 and onward to Tambunan Town. 

After a brief stop to freshen up, continue your journey back to Kota Kinabalu (approximately 3 hours). Relax and take in the scenic countryside as you reflect on your mountain adventure. 

End of Tour.