| TOUR CODE: | ABK-MK16 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 4D3N MOUNT KINABALU CLIMB WITH KINABALU PARK & PORING HOT SPRINGS STAY |
| REGION: | Kinabalu Park / Mount Kinabalu |
| DURATION: | 4 Days 3 Nights |
| MINIMUM: | 1 Pax |
| AVAILABILITY: | Everyday (Pre-Book Needed) |
| PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Kota Kinabalu City / Kota Kinabalu International Airport / Grandis Hotel |
| PICK UP TIME: | 12:30 - 14:00 hrs (predetermined by Amazing Borneo) |
| DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Kota Kinabalu City |
| DROP OFF TIME: | Afternoon / Evening |
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Your adventure begins with a scenic overland transfer from Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled at the base of Mount Kinabalu.
Along the 2-hour drive, enjoy panoramic views of the Crocker Range and stop at Nabalu Market, a charming roadside spot where locals sell fresh produce, handicrafts, and souvenirs — a great place to stretch your legs and snap some photos.
Upon arrival at Kinabalu Park HQ, check into your accommodation. The rest of the afternoon is yours to acclimatize to the cool highland climate and explore the serene surroundings of the park at your leisure.
Dinner will be served at a local restaurant within the park.
Start your day with breakfast at Liwagu Restaurant, surrounded by the fresh mountain air of Kinabalu Park. Don’t forget to collect your packed lunch before heading to the Park HQ for registration.
Our support team will assist with all necessary arrangements, including the issuance of your climbing permit, ID tag, and assigning your licensed mountain guide. Once everything is in order, you'll be transferred to the Timpohon Gate (1,866m) — the official starting point of your climb.
Begin your 4 to 6-hour ascent through a fascinating range of ecosystems. The trail will lead you from mossy oak-chestnut forests into alpine landscapes as you gain altitude, with scenic rest stops and shelter huts along the way.
Arrive at Panalaban Base Camp (3,272m) by late afternoon and check into your shared dormitory accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse or similar. Enjoy a well-deserved buffet dinner, then rest up for the early morning summit push.
Rise early for a light supper before beginning your final ascent to the summit of Mount Kinabalu. This pre-dawn trek is the most challenging part of the climb, but if you reach Low’s Peak (4,095.2m) by sunrise, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views from the summit (weather permitting).
After celebrating your summit success, descend back to Panalaban Base Camp for a late breakfast and check-out. Continue your descent to Timpohon Gate, where a vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to Kinabalu Park HQ. Here, you’ll receive your Certificate of Achievement as a memento of your climb.
Enjoy a well-earned buffet lunch at Liwagu Restaurant, then transfer overland to Poring Hot Springs in the Ranau district. Upon arrival, check in to Serindit Hostel. Spend the evening at leisure surrounded by lush rainforest scenery.
Enjoy a leisurely morning surrounded by the peaceful rainforest setting of Poring Hot Springs. After breakfast, check out from your accommodation and board the scheduled transfer back to Kinabalu Park HQ, where you'll connect with the climbers' shuttle back to Kota Kinabalu.
Arrival time in the city will vary depending on traffic and shuttle timing. Private transfers can be arranged in advance for added convenience.
| Meals | 03 Breakfasts, 01 Packed Lunch, 01 Lunch, 03 Dinners, 01 Supper |
| Inclusion |
Meals as Stated, 03 Nights Accommodation, Entrance Fee, Return Airport/Hotel Transfer (Seat-In-Coach), Return Transfer (Seat-In-Coach: Park HQ - Timpohon Gate - Park HQ), Mountain Guide, Climbing Insurance, Climbing Permit, Mount Kinabalu Certificate and Certificate Holder, and English Speaking Support Team |
| Accommodation |
DAY 1 |
| Exclusion | Airfares, Porter Fee, Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, and Any Items Not Mentioned |
Note on Meals Arrangement:
1) Dinner will be converted to packed dinner on Day 01 (Arrival Day) for any arrival to the resort after 21:00hrs. Please enquire with us regarding the dinner arrangement if your flight arrival to Kota Kinabalu is during the evening.
2)*Lunch will be converted to a packed meal for all climbers who reach the local restaurant after 16:00hrs on DAY 03 (Mt Kinabalu descent).
| 1 |
Our friendly guide will meet you at your hotel lobby / greet you at the Airport arrival hall with a placard bearing your good name. Should you encounter difficulties in locating our guide, you can call our hotline number/s stated in your itinerary for further assistance. |
| 2 | We do not recommend climbers to catch your flight on the same day you descend the mountain due to possible delay from injuries, tiredness and/or bad weather and traffic conditions. |
| 3a | For 2-Day 1-Night packages, transportation will be arranged for Pick-Up from your Hotel between 06:00hrs - 07:00hrs. Our team will advise your Pick-Up time one (1) day before your departure. Kindly request your hotel for early or packed breakfast on the day of your tour. |
| 3b | For 2-Day 1-Night packages with ferrata, transportation will be arranged for Pick-Up from your Hotel between 06:00hrs - 06:45hrs. Our team will advise your Pick-Up time one (1) day before your departure. Kindly request your hotel for early or packed breakfast on the day of your tour. |
| 4 | For 3-Day 2-Nights packages and beyond, our transport can pick you up from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport, your hotel in Kota Kinabalu or the meeting point at Grandis Hotel. Pick-up time is between 12:30 hrs - 14:00 hrs, which will be predetermined by Amazing Borneo before your travel date. Any flight arrival after 14:00 hrs will incur surcharge (varies depending on your group size). Please consult your salesperson. |
| 5 | Additional charges of MYR 80 per pax are applicable for outskirt hotels pick-ups. OutSkirt Charges are applicable for Hotels in One Borneo, Putatan, and within 20km radius of Kota Kinabalu City Centre. |
| 6 | All transportations are based on Seat-In-Coach. This is a transfer service in which clients share their vehicle with other clients. This is a door-to-door service with multiple pickups & drop-offs throughout the journey. Do expect some short waiting time. |
| 7 | After descending to Kinabalu Park HQ, climbers are subject to pre-determined pickup time set by Amazing Borneo Tours with the last transport returning to Kota Kinabalu city latest by 1930hrs. We will ensure your possible wait of not more than 2 hours at Park HQ. However, if you missed the last transport (which is unlikely) or wish to depart at your own preferred timing, we can arrange a vehicle for private transfer for you (Subject to availability). Please understand that the surcharge for any private transfer will have to be borne by you. |
| 8 | Private Transfer Surcharge:- MYR 450/vehicle/way |
| 9 | Our group rates are quoted without deviation, which means we provide only one return transfers for your group. If your group requires more than one return transfers, additional transfer charges may apply. |
| 10 | Baby Car Seats (for infant aged 0-2) and Child Booster Seats (for children aged 3-11) are available for rental. Please check with your tour consultant for availability. |
It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommend that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart disease, severe anemia, Peptic ulcers, Epileptic fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic asthma, Muscular cramps, Hepatitis (jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber.
Children below 15 years old must fill in the indemnity form upon registration at Park Headquarters.
