Visit the biggest tourist attraction in Sabah, Mount Kinabalu. Reach the highest peak in Southeast Asia, measuring 4,095.2 m high! Climb this relatively easy trail, but don’t underestimate the challenges of the Summit Trail.
| Trail/Hiking type | National park, Trekking |
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Hotel transfer |
Climbing Insurance Coverage:
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Things to prepare: Waterproof backpack, Trekking or running shoe with good grip, Warm clothing/Long sleeves shirt/Hiking pants, Jacket/Wind breaker ,Extra clothing and socks, Small towel, Hand gloves and winter hat, Disposable raincoats, Head torch (compulsory), Personal toiletries, Refillable water bottle (0.5 - 1 Litre), High energy food (chocolates, nuts, biscuits, sweets, energy bars)
Recommend to bring: Medication (headache tablets / altitude sickness tablets), Tissue paper / Toilet roll, Sun block lotion, lip gloss, plasters, Insect repellent / Mosquito Oil, Camera with water proof bag, Sandals / Slippers, Plastic bags
Do take note that your MyKad (for Malaysian) / Passport (for Non-Malaysian) will be required for verification during registration at the Kinabalu Park office. Please bring it along with you.
Laban Rata Resthouse does NOT provide boiled water for drinking/refill to climbers. Coffee & Tea will only be provided complimentary during Breakfast & Supper. However, mineral water, coffee, tea, and other hot drinks and Soft Drinks are still available for purchase at the Grocery Counter (Laban Rata Resthouse).
Pendant Hut provides filtered hot water for drinking/refill to climbers.
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 aliment, it is highly recommended 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.
Climbers allowed hike to mountain hut on day 1 even raining; Sabah Park has the right to close the gate to summit on day 2 due to safety reason. There will be no refund / postpone in this case.
As of now, foreign guests will be subject to a tourism tax of RM 10 per room per night. The tourism tax will be collected in cash at the time of room check-in.
Climbers who reach Timpohon Gate after 16:30 Hrs will be imposed a fee of MYR 15 per hour per guide and need to pay directly to mountain guide on the spot.
After descending to Kinabalu Park HQ, climbers are subject to pre-determined pickup time set by operator 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. Private Transfer Surcharge:- MYR 450/vehicle/way
It is strongly encouraged for climber to purchase a comprehensive personal travel insurance policy for the duration of the trip from their own country; to cover against Personal Accident, Loss of baggage, Delays, Unexpected alterations to travel arrangements, Cancellation, Act of God, Emergency Medical Evacuation, Infectious diseases, Epidemics, Terrorism etc.