3 Day itinerary in Malaysia, Asia
Mount Kinabalu Trek 3D/2N
Discover an unforgettable adventure to Mount Kinabalu with a thrilling trek that offers breathtaking views and diverse wildlife. Ideal for nature lovers, this journey in Sabah, Malaysia, combines challenging climbs with serene landscapes. Experience the exhilaration of reaching the summit, witnessin... Read More
By Bamba, Sandra, Jonatan, Judith and Rick
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Demanding
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Kota Kinabalu
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Nature & Widlife
Adventure
Hiking
Nature & Wildlife
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Witness a beautiful sunrise from the summit
Trek through many different vegetation zones
Conquer Mt. Kinabalu peak at 4,095 meters
View some of Borneo’s most stunning panoramas
Witness a beautiful sunrise from the summit
Trek through many different vegetation zones
Conquer Mt. Kinabalu peak at 4,095 meters
View some of Borneo’s most stunning panoramas
Itinerary
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Day 1: Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu NP, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park (D)
You will be picked up from your accommodation at 10:00 and transferred to Kinabalu National Park, passing by villages and paddy fields along the Crocker Range. On your way to the National Park your driver will drop you at the colorful Nabalu Market for 20 minutes of souvenir shopping. Once at the Park you will check-in at your hostel and enjoy free time until dinner at 18:00. Overnight in Kinabalu Park Hostel.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Day 2: Kinabalu Park - Laban Rata, Malaysia
Kinabalu Trek (B/L/D)
Your breakfast will be served at 07:30 at Balsam restaurant. After breakfast, meet your mountain guide at Sabah Park Registration Office and then continue to the Power Station by coach (approx. 15 minutes) to commence the climb. Start the ascent to Laban Rata with your packed lunch. A nice winding path up the mountain takes you through various vegetation zones, such as montane oak, rhododendrons and conifer forests. After approximately 4 hours of trekking, you will arrive at your Guesthouse in Laban Rata [3550m]. Check-in and enjoy a delicious dinner whilst taking in the spectacular mountain landscape around you. Free time for the rest of the evening. Overnight at Laban Rata Guesthouse.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Day 3: Laban Rata - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Climb to Summit & Return to Kota Kinabalu (B/L)
Wake up at 02:00 and commence the torchlit hike to the summit. The climb will take about 3 hours and upon arrival you’ll be able to witness a beautiful sunrise from the summit. Then begin the walk down to Laban Rata Guesthouse for your breakfast before continuing to the Power Station. Transfer to Park HQ and have lunch at the park's restaurant. Get your certificate of great achievement before transferring back to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included
Meals
- Dinner (2)
- Breakfast (2)
- Lunch (2)
Transport
- Van
- All transfers
Activities
- Active adventure
- Trekking experiences
Extras
- Climbers permit
- Certificate
- Entrance fees
- Documentation & Fees
- Malaysian tourism accommodation tax
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Accommodation in Kota Kinabalu
- Tips for guides
- Travel insurance
- Other Meals / Drinks
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