Trek Mt Kinabalu
Experience Overview
If the idea of conquering a mountain while travelling excites you, then this five-day round-trip journey from Kota Kinabalu is for you. At 4,096m (13,438 ft), Mt Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Malaysia and has been given UNESCO World Heritage Site status. With up to 6,000 species of plants, 326 species of birds, and more than 100 mammalian species identified, it’s easy to understand why. This tour includes some beautiful treks, and the sunrise from Mt Kinabalu’s summit might make you question every other sunrise you’ve witnessed before it. But don’t take our word for it, make sure you see it for yourself.
Highlights
- Conquer the mighty Mt Kinabalu
- Witness an awe-inspiring sunrise
- Enjoy packed lunches and buffet-style dinners
Trip Details
Product Code: 1488
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: AAMK
Starts: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Finishes: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Duration: 5 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Mt Kinabalu hike (2 days)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, twin-share), hostel (1 nt, multi-share)
- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, hiking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $974 ($195 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Kota Kinabalu
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Kota Kinabalu/Mount Kinabalu
Travel to Mt Kinabalu. Opt to hike the nature trails, or enjoy an excursion to Poring hot springs and a canopy walk with some free time.
Travel to the base of Mt Kinabalu, the highest mountain between the Himalayas and Papua New Guinea.
In the afternoon, stretch your legs by exploring the trails around the park or check out the visitor centre.
Day 3: Mount Kinabalu
Head off to conquer Mt Kinabalu. During the first day's climb to Laban Rata, enjoy a packed lunch on the way. The hike can take from 5-7 hrs. Indulge in a buffet-style dinner then rest up for an early start to summit the mountain in the morning.
Set off early to begin the ascent up Mt Kinabalu. It is not an easy walk, but it is incredibly rewarding. Willpower is the main requirement as it's uphill all the way!
Spend the night at Laban Rata in basic mountain huts 3,272m (10,735 ft) above sea level.
Turn in early to prepare for the final climb very early in the morning.
Day 4: Mount Kinabalu/Kota Kinabalu
Summit Mt Kinabalu (3-5hrs) and arrive in time for sunrise. Return to Laban Rata for a rest and to the park headquarters for lunch. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.
Day 5: Kota Kinabalu
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Zsuzsanna A - Traveled, December 2023
Very well organised trip Kindly update the packing list and you might want to consider not to run the program during the rainy season to have higher chance of summiting Overall i had a great time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Andre F - Traveled, October 2023
Well organised, was an amazing group of people for all ages, countries and backgrounds. CEO was fantastic
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/15/2023
Ernestine H - Traveled, October 2023
Excellent Guide, organisation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/15/2023
Stacey K - Traveled, October 2023
Efficient, well organised from activities to transport, to food, super friendly and supportive CEO.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/25/2023
Wen H - Traveled, August 2023
I travel many times with G Adventures, except the schedule didn't match my vacation. . I like the hiking G Adventures, price is reasonable and the CEO is professional.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/23/2023
Jose O - Traveled, July 2023
Good value for money, expertise and overall easiness of the experience of travel.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/09/2023
Frederik Tobias Agerkvist P - Traveled, June 2023
Very well structured and socialized were our experience climbing mt. Kinabalu. I would Definitely recommend this trip to others
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/24/2023
Aleksandra T - Traveled, June 2023
Everything was well organised, people on the tour were amazing (it's always great to meet like-minded people), and the tour guide Albert was fantastic. As a solo traveller, I found the tour to be a great value.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/24/2023
Christine M¿ller P - Traveled, May 2023
Very good CEO!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/24/2024
Robert L - Traveled, April 2023
The duty of care was outstanding, the CEO?s were informative, recognised any issues and responded accordingly. They engaged with the tour participants.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2023
Graham N - Traveled, April 2023
Good range of itineraries to chose from, nice mix of people, great staff
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2023
David W - Traveled, March 2023
Albert was an extremely helpful and friendly guide, he couldn't do more to be there for us. Very knowledgeable
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/19/2023
Claudia H - Traveled, March 2023
I would definitely recommend G Adventures to anyone interested in this type of adventure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/19/2023
Celina L - Traveled, March 2023
everything felt easy, it was a weight lifted knowing so much of the trip was taken care of
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/29/2023
Debra A - Traveled, February 2023
G Adventures trip was good but as I have only done one trip with GA I don't know if that is consistent experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/22/2023
Gregory A - Traveled, February 2023
Well organised, great guide
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/22/2023
Slavena W - Traveled, January 2023
It is my second trip with G Adventures,I like every moment.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/22/2023
Krist?ne B - Traveled, December 2022
Great adventure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/18/2023
Stacey P - Traveled, December 2022
EJ was so friendly and supportive. Even though I joined his group only for the Mt Kinabalu leg he never once made me feel like an outsider. He went above and beyond to make sure I had a great trip, which even included organising me a takeaway lunch when I was too slow coming down the mountain.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/11/2023
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