No sharing of transportation
(except transfer from Park HQ to Timpohon Gate on Day 1 & Timpohon Gate to Park HQ on Day 3)
Our mountain guide just for your group
(No sharing of mountain guide with other groups)
| No of Pax | Malaysian | International |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Pax & above | RM 1,850 | RM 2,000 |
| 17-15 Pax | RM 1,870 | RM 2,020 |
| 10-16 Pax | RM 1,880 | RM 2,030 |
| 9 Pax | RM 1,890 | RM 2,040 |
| 8 Pax | RM 1,900 | RM 2,050 |
| 7 Pax | RM 1,920 | RM 2,070 |
| 5-6 Pax | RM 1,950 | RM 2,100 |
| 4 Pax | RM 1,980 | RM 2,130 |
| 3 Pax | RM 2,050 | RM 2,200 |
| 2 Pax | RM 2,100 | RM 2,250 |
| 1 Pax | RM 2,500 | RM 2,650 |
All Rated Are Quoted In RINGGIT MALAYSIA & NETT (No Hidden Cost Unless Otherwise Stated)
Climbers below 16 years old are considered as CHILD and compulsory to have private mountain guide, at MYR230/guide (Maximum shared by 2 children)
Outskirt Hotels Pick-Up and Drop Off Surcharge
There is additional charges for hotel pick up outside the city: MYR 30 per person for pick up from Beringgis Beach Resort, Langkah Syabas Beach Resort, Kinarut Area etc.
| Option | Malaysian | International |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1: Upgrade to Twin Sharing at Rock Twin Share, Kinabalu on Day 1 | RM 1,850 | RM 2,000 |
| Option 1: Upgrade to Twin Sharing at Rock Twin Share, Kinabalu on Day 1 | RM 1,870 | RM 2,020 |
All Ground Transportation
2 Nights Accommodation
7 Meals
All Entrance Fees (Including entrance fees to places of interest on Day 1)
1 Via Ferrata Walk The Torq Activity
Climbing Permit
Climbing Insurance
Mountain Guide Fees
Certificate
English Speaking Coordinator
Porter Fees
Optional Tipping
Others not mentioned
Please make sure you begin to trek up from Timpohon Gate by 8:30am and no later, you will have a 90% chance of arriving at Pendant Hut before the briefing start.
All participants are required to attend a mandatory pre-activity briefing and familiarization session at Pendant Hut (compulsory), which will be start between 3pm-4pm, on Day 1. The exact meeting point and meeting times for the activities will be told here.
Cut-off time for via ferrata safety briefing is 4pm. Late arrivals that miss out the briefing session may not be considered eligible to participate in Via Ferrata activity in the next morning.
Via Ferrata climbers have to be accompanied by a Mountain Torq’s trainer at all times.
Climbers must arrived at via ferrata activity’s starting point on time. Climbers who fail to comply with the timing will not able to participate in via ferrata activity. No reimbursement shall be made.
Low’s Peak Circuit Climbers: Please arrived to activity’s starting point at 0630 hrsWalk The Torq Climbers: Please arrived to activity’s starting point at 0715 hrs.
In the event of bad weather, the planned activities can and will be cancelled due to safety reason. No reimbursement shall be made.
As we all know, safety is paramount in any outdoor sport and this is no exception. Mountain Torq wants you to have the best experience without compromising on safety standards. Therefore, we would like to explain the type of shoes that proper and improper to wear for Via Ferrata activity.
Customers are recommended to wear shoes that are like or similar to the following shoes:
Hiking Boots
Walking Shoes (good grip)
Trekking Shoes
Sneakers / Running shoes with laces
Customers are not allowed to participate in the via ferrata activity with the following shoes as indicated below:
NO OPEN TOE SHOES
NO SLIPPERS
NO SLIP IN SNEAKERS
NO BOOTS / RAINBOOTS
NO GARDENING BOOTS
As we all know, safety is paramount in any outdoor sport and this is no exception. Mountain Torq wants you to have the best experience without compromising on safety standards. Therefore, we would like to explain the type of shoes that proper and improper to wear for Via Ferrata activity.
Customers are recommended to wear shoes that are like or similar to the following shoes:
Hiking Boots
Walking Shoes (good grip)
Trekking Shoes
Sneakers / Running shoes with laces
Customers are not allowed to participate in the via ferrata activity with the following shoes as indicated below:
NO OPEN TOE SHOES
NO SLIPPERS
NO SLIP IN SNEAKERS
NO BOOTS / RAINBOOTS
NO GARDENING BOOTS
Complimentary Day Tour
Pick up at 0800hrs from your hotel lobby in Kota Kinabalu city or airport. Take approximately 1hour 30minutes drive to Pekan Nabalu, which located at 73KM away from KK town, where you can get various local products, fruits, home grown vegetables and handicraft souvenirs. Continue your journey to Kinabalu Park for pre-climb registration.
[Passports/Original Identification are required for verification during registration] Do expect some short waiting time, as there might be a long queue for registration. After registration, proceed to Poring Hot Spring where you can enjoy your Hot Sulphur Spring Bath and Tree Top Canopy Walk. You may take your lunch at restaurant nearby at your own expenses. Next stop will be Kundasang War Memorial Park, which offers a breathtaking view of Kundasang. Before check-in to Mesilau Nature Resort, pay a visit to Desa Cattle Dairy Farm. Free at your own leisure. Enjoy the cold fresh air, give a try to Desa real fresh milk as well as their ice cream. Overnight at Pine Resort or similar (twin sharing) and dinner will be served at resort’s restaurant.
Ascent: Timpohon Trail
Wake up at 0600hrs to get yourself prepared, warm up and do some stretching. After breakfast, you will be transfer to Kinabalu Park HQ. Upon arrival, we will arrange your climbing registration and packed lunch. Meet your mountain guide here and a short briefing regarding the “Do and Don’t” will be given prior to the climb. Un-need luggage can be stored at Kinabalu Park HQ reception at RM 12.00 per unit at own expenses. For climbers who decide to hire porter, porter fee will be charged at RM 13.00/kg (Timpohon Gate – Laban Rata Rest House – Timpohon Gate) – at own expenses. You will be transfered to Timpohon Gate’s starting point which located few KM away from park HQ. Wear your ID tag and start your adventure journey – 6 km trekking to Pendant Hut! Enjoy the scenery view along the trail.Arrived at Pendant Hut @ 3289m not later than 3pm is a MUST.
Meet your Mountain Torq Trainer here and attend the mandatory via ferrata safety briefing session (which is COMPLUSORY and cannot be missed). After settle in, free at your own leisure. Dinner will be served at Laban Rata Rest House’s restaurant and overnight at Pendant Hut (unisex shared dormitory).
Descent: Timpohon Trail
Wake up at 0130hrs and gear up. Supper/Early Breakfast will be served at Pendant Hut. Start your hike with your assigned Mountain Guide toward the Summit of Low’s Peak @ 4095.2 m. Please reach Sayat – Sayat Check Point before 0500hrs – Cut-off Time. Continue your journey and experience the glorious sunrise over the majestic Mount Kinabalu. Enjoy photo-taking session at Summit Plateau. Descent from Low’s Peak at 0600hrs to meet your Mountain Torq Trainer, who will wait for you at KM 7.5 mark for your Low’s Peak Circuit via ferrata experience (intermediate via ferrata, 4-5 hrs, French Grade AD).
Return to Pendant Hut at 1100hrs for a well earned late breakfast. Pack your belongings and check out of Pendant Hut. Descent to Timpohon Gate and display your ID Tag at the last check point. Take the Sabah Park’s shuttle bus service (KOKTAS) back to Kinabalu Park’s Headquarter. CONGRATULATIONS! You can now collect your Certificate of Achievement from our team. Lunch will be served at Panataran Restauant. After lunch, transfer back to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu, which take approximately 2 hours drive. (Hotel and dinner will be at own expenses. Contact us for hotel booking services at a better rate!!)
Timpohon Trail is the well-trodden main route taken by most climbers. The starting point of Timpohon Trail is Timpohon Gate, located approximately 4KM from Kinabalu Park Headquarters. Climbers are required to display climbing permit and register at the check point at Timpohon Gate prior to the climb.
Interestingly, the climb actually begins with the descent to Carson’s Fall, named after the first Park Warden of Kinabalu Park. From here onward, depending on your fitness level, it is about 4-5 hours climb for the day. The trail wind up a steep staircase of gnarled tree-roots to a mossy world of drifting clouds and orchid-draped trees, where pitcher plants and rhododendrons abound. There are 7 shelters throughout the 6KM hike to Laban Rata Rest house. The first is Kandis Shelter at 1981.7m where on a clear day, a view of the road that links Kota Kinabalu to the park can be seen.
The second shelter is Ubah Shelter at 2081.4m. This is where one of Borneo’s most unusual pitcher plants grows – the Nepenthes Lowii, so do look out for these oddly-shaped plants with pitcher containers. The mossy forest continues on past the Sabah Telecoms Station at Komborongoh at 2252.2m. Interestingly, “Komborongoh” is a plant that the Kadazandusuns people use to ward off evil spirits and used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
The third shelter is Lowii Shelter. The trail continues up to the mossy forest of mixed bamboos and tree ferns. More rhododendrons are seen. At 2515m, here comes to the fourth shelter, Mempening Shelter is reached with wild begonias growing nearby. Stops at these shelter, take a rest and observe the squirrels, tree shrews and birds that seem so unafraid of climbers. You will also see the Layang-Layang TV Station. Soon, you will emerge to an open exposed ridge at Layang-Layang Shelter, the fifth shelter at 2702m (previously known as Carson’s Camp). Here is where the Summit Trail meets with the Mesilau Trail. At this point, a band of ultramafic soil, distinguished by its orange-cinnamon colour, crosses the trail and the vegetation changes dramatically.
Villosa Shelter, the sixth shelter, at 2690m is situated at the top of an open rocky patch and soon the forest becomes even more stunned. Superb view can be seen of Mount Kinabalu towering above as you follow the trail upwards. At the top of this open area, at 3050m, a small track leads off to a helipad on the right. After the helipad junction, the ultramafic soil ends and the forest are again the taller trees covered with mosses. Soon after, you will arrive at the seventh shelter –Paka Shelter, at 3080m. This pondok was named after Paka Cave nearby. The Paka Cave which sited on the edge of a small stream is nothing more than a large overhanging rock.
Finally, the various accommodations for overnight stop is reached. There are five mountain huts available for overnight – the Laban Rata Rest House, Waras Hut, Pendant Hut, Gunting Lagadan Hut and Lemaing Hut. Laban Rata Rest House, at 3272m, is the biggest mountain hut among the others, and also where the restaurant located at. Pendant Hut, cozy and eco-friendly Alpine-inspired hut is exclusively for Via Ferrata’s climbers. Via ferrata climbers have to arrived at Pendant Hut by 3pm to attend a mandatory pre-activity briefing and familiarization session. Check in to your accommodation and dinner will be served at Laban Rata Rest House restaurant. After dinner, take a good rest and be prepare for the climb to the peak.
After a night’s rest, climbers have to wake up at about 1.30 am to get yourself prepare for the summit climb. Supper/Early breakfast is ready at Laban Rata Restaurant. Climbers are advice to start ascend before 3am in order to catch the magnificent sunrise at the peak, weather permitting. In the dark, you can see the beams of torch lights as the procession of climbers trudge higher and higher. There are ladders, hand railings and ropes to help you over the steeper slopes.
Due to the route from Laban Rata to Sayat-Sayat Check Point was considerably damaged after the earthquake, a new route – Ranau Trail has been introduced. The new trail will take you from Panalaban (previously known as Laban Rata) at 3272m to Sayat Sayat Check Point (3,668m) then continue on to the summit trail to Low’s Peak at (4095.2m). Ranau Trail is near vertical with steep sections of wooden stairs of 70-80 degree incline. Some sections did not even have wooden steps and you need to haul yourself using a fixed rope over large boulders. Just proceed slowly and cautiously. The new trail may be more challenging than the previous trail, but you are then rewarded with awesome views of the mountain terrain.
The second new trail to the summit of the 4,095m Mount Kinabalu called ‘Kota Belud Trail’now open to climbers too. The 1.1 kilometre trail will be the alternative route in addition to the ‘Ranau Trail’. However, certain parts of Kota Belud trail has slopes which are more than 60 degrees, making it slightly tougher compared to the Ranau trail. Wooden steps and ropes can be found along certain parts of the trail. Both trails start from Laban Rata and meet at the Sayat-Sayat Checkpoint where you will make the ascent to the summit. (You will take the Ranau Trail as Kota Belud trail required special permit to enter). Soon after, you will see Sayat-Sayat Hut at, this is the highest shelter on the mountain. Sayat-Sayat Check Point is the last check point that requires you to display your climbing permit.
From here, you will walk across the bare granite slabs that stretch endless ahead, in an eerie moonscape of stone. The vegetation are stunted shrubs and tough grasses in the crevices. Distance from Laban Rata Resthouse to Low’s Peak is 2.4KM. There is marker at every kilometer as well. After KM8.5, finally reach to your final destination; the highest point on Mount Kinabalu, the summit of Borneo at 4095.2m – The Low’s Peak! As you wait in the cold, dawn gradually creeps over the horizon, illuminating the darkness with the light of a new day. By this time, climbers are already at Low’s Peak or nearing. Watching as the day unfolds over a spectacular view of the mountains plateau and valleys below, which were not visible before. In clear weather, you can almost see all of Sabah spread out below. There is much more to the western plateau of Mount Kinabalu than Low’s Peak, as there are more than 20 peaks crowning the summit, such as Alexandra Peak, St Andrew Peak, Victoria Peak and Oyayubi Peak. On the eastern plateau, stand King Edward Peak and King George Peak. However, these peaks are only for experienced climbers as it is a challenging climb.
It can be very cold with strong wind at the peak. Hence, climbers are advised to descent as soon as possible. You may be lucky to have good mountain condition and be able to stay longer. However, it is advisable to descent before the swirling clouds could obstruct visibility. It takes about 2 hours to descent to your mountain hut. Check out your accommodation and have your breakfast at Laban Rata Rest House. It takes another 4-5 hours to descent from Laban Rata to Timpohon Gate.
LIWAGU RIVER TRAIL
Distance: 5,620 Metres
Duration: 2 Hours
Named after the river that the trail follows upstream, Liwagu Trail crosses small streams, narrow ridges and enters lush canopy of trees making for an exciting trail.
SILAU SILAU TRAIL
Distance: 3,057 Metres
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Beside it being an easy trail, this trail is most frequented by visitors as there are many entry and exit points. Thus, trekkers have the flexibility of either completing the 3KMs trail or not. Following a stream, the trek is flat and moist. Covered in moss, ferns and wild orchids.
BUKIT BURUNG TRAIL
Distance: 1,802 Metres
Duration: 1 Hour
Well-worn by bird watchers, this trail is fairly short and leads to the top of a hill for bird watching. Start from the road, cross the Silau-Silau stream and trail, then proceed up the ridge side to Bukit Burung shelter for a spectacular view of the Park Headquarters, Lower Liwagu Valley and Mount Kinabalu. Attractions include easy access to a hill forest, cool stream valleys and dry ridge tops.
KIAU VIEW TRAIL
Distance: 2,544 Metres
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
From the arch at the park entrance, proceed along a wide undulating ridge trail. The trail attractions include scenic views of the west coast and an assortment of local tree species. Chances of spotting a pitcher plant on this trail is high, so do watch out of them.
BUNDU TUHAN VIEW
Distance: 465 Metres
Duration: 15 Minutes
As one of the shortest routes at the park, it only takes a few minutes to reach the sheltered view point from nearby the Kinabalu Conservation Centre. The view point offers great views of the Bundu Tuhan Village and also the southern mountains including Malaysia’s second highest peak, Mount Trusmadi (2,642 metres). Then, continue on to the 5KMs Liwagu River Trail, or walk back to the park’s HQ.
PANDANUS TRAIL
Distance: 598 Metres
Duration: 20 Minutes
The Pandanus Trail opened in September 1999 for the World Mountain Trophy Race. Is a broad well graded trail offering refreshing views. This trail may be a mere 598 metres, but do not underestimate it as it is quite steep, crisscrossing into the Kiau View Trail.
BUKIT ULAR HILLSIDE TRAIL
Distance: 997 Metres
Duration: 30 Minutes
Its best to hitch a ride to Timpohon Gate, then use the Bukit Ular Trail on the way down. At such an altitude and such a distance from the park’s headquarters, this trail is rarely visited which makes it a great path to take for serene forest walks. It also offers opportunities to see birds, pitcher plants and lots of squirrels.
MEMPENING TRAIL
Distance: 2,516 Metres
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
“Mempening” means Oak in Malay, a type of tree which grows in abundance around the trail. Start half way up Power Station Road, trek down the ridge through dense oak chestnut forest to Bukit Tupai and Silau-Silau stream. Good view of Park Headquarters and Liwagu Valley.
BUKIT TUPAI TRAIL
Distance: 345 Metres
Duration: 15 Minutes
From Multi-purpose Hall, cross Silau-Silau stream and trail, going straight up to ridge crest and Bukit Tupai Shelter. Splendid view of Park Headquarters and tree canopy area. On clear days, breathtaking view of Mount Kinabalu. Ridge crest links to Mempening and Bukit Burung Trail.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Guests wishing to trek along these trails must be accompanied by either a Sabah Park Ranger or Naturalist. We will not be held responsible for any death, injuries, loss and/or damage howsoever caused to trekkers. All guests trek at their own risks.
Kinabalu Botanical Garden guided walks available at 9:00am, 12:00pm and 3:00pm for a nominal fee payable at the Kinabalu Park Headquarters.
The Mountain Garden offers a glimpse into the incredible diversity of plant life found all over Kinabalu Park and their natural surroundings. This 2 hectare fenced botanical garden was established in 1981.
The garden straddles the Silau-Silau Stream just after the visitor centre. A slightly elevated gravel path leads to plant display houses in the surrounding forest.
Plant species include small trees such as the Kinabalu Nutmeg, Kerosene Tree, Earth Fig and climbers such as the Bauhinia Liana, Bamboo and flowering plants such as the Kinabalu Balsam, Medinella, Lipstick Flower, ginger, ferns, wild bananas, aroids, wild and rare orchids.
Available daily at 2:00pm (7:30pm on Weekends & Public Holidays)
Start your Kinabalu adventure with an interesting slide show presentation on Sabah and the majestic Mount Kinabalu. Learn about the local cultures and tradition and get a glimpse of Borneo’s magical rainforests. Enquiries may be made at Kinabalu Park Headquarters.
| Activities | Time Schedule |
|---|---|
| Guided Walk | At 11:00 hrs |
| Guided Walk | At 11:00 hrs |
Timpohon Trail is the well-trodden main route taken by most climbers. The starting point of Timpohon Trail is Timpohon Gate, located approximately 4KM from Kinabalu Park Headquarters. Climbers are required to display climbing permit and register at the check point at Timpohon Gate prior to the climb.
Interestingly, the climb actually begins with the descent to Carson’s Fall, named after the first Park Warden of Kinabalu Park. From here onward, depending on your fitness level, it is about 4-5 hours climb for the day. The trail wind up a steep staircase of gnarled tree-roots to a mossy world of drifting clouds and orchid-draped trees, where pitcher plants and rhododendrons abound. There are 7 shelters throughout the 6KM hike to Laban Rata Rest house. The first is Kandis Shelter at 1981.7m where on a clear day, a view of the road that links Kota Kinabalu to the park can be seen.
The second shelter is Ubah Shelter at 2081.4m. This is where one of Borneo’s most unusual pitcher plants grows – the Nepenthes Lowii, so do look out for these oddly-shaped plants with pitcher containers. The mossy forest continues on past the Sabah Telecoms Station at Komborongoh at 2252.2m. Interestingly, “Komborongoh” is a plant that the Kadazandusuns people use to ward off evil spirits and used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
The third shelter is Lowii Shelter. The trail continues up to the mossy forest of mixed bamboos and tree ferns. More rhododendrons are seen. At 2515m, here comes to the fourth shelter, Mempening Shelter is reached with wild begonias growing nearby. Stops at these shelter, take a rest and observe the squirrels, tree shrews and birds that seem so unafraid of climbers. You will also see the Layang-Layang TV Station. Soon, you will emerge to an open exposed ridge at Layang-Layang Shelter, the fifth shelter at 2702m (previously known as Carson’s Camp). Here is where the Summit Trail meets with the Mesilau Trail. At this point, a band of ultramafic soil, distinguished by its orange-cinnamon colour, crosses the trail and the vegetation changes dramatically.
Villosa Shelter, the sixth shelter, at 2690m is situated at the top of an open rocky patch and soon the forest becomes even more stunned. Superb view can be seen of Mount Kinabalu towering above as you follow the trail upwards. At the top of this open area, at 3050m, a small track leads off to a helipad on the right. After the helipad junction, the ultramafic soil ends and the forest are again the taller trees covered with mosses. Soon after, you will arrive at the seventh shelter –Paka Shelter, at 3080m. This pondok was named after Paka Cave nearby. The Paka Cave which sited on the edge of a small stream is nothing more than a large overhanging rock.
Finally, the various accommodations for overnight stop is reached. There are five mountain huts available for overnight – the Laban Rata Rest House, Waras Hut, Pendant Hut, Gunting Lagadan Hut and Lemaing Hut. Laban Rata Rest House, at 3272m, is the biggest mountain hut among the others, and also where the restaurant located at. Pendant Hut, cozy and eco-friendly Alpine-inspired hut is exclusively for Via Ferrata’s climbers. Via ferrata climbers have to arrived at Pendant Hut by 3pm to attend a mandatory pre-activity briefing and familiarization session. Check in to your accommodation and dinner will be served at Laban Rata Rest House restaurant. After dinner, take a good rest and be prepare for the climb to the peak.
After a night’s rest, climbers have to wake up at about 1.30 am to get yourself prepare for the summit climb. Supper/Early breakfast is ready at Laban Rata Restaurant. Climbers are advice to start ascend before 3am in order to catch the magnificent sunrise at the peak, weather permitting. In the dark, you can see the beams of torch lights as the procession of climbers trudge higher and higher. There are ladders, hand railings and ropes to help you over the steeper slopes.
Due to the route from Laban Rata to Sayat-Sayat Check Point was considerably damaged after the earthquake, a new route – Ranau Trail has been introduced. The new trail will take you from Panalaban (previously known as Laban Rata) at 3272m to Sayat Sayat Check Point (3,668m) then continue on to the summit trail to Low’s Peak at (4095.2m). Ranau Trail is near vertical with steep sections of wooden stairs of 70-80 degree incline. Some sections did not even have wooden steps and you need to haul yourself using a fixed rope over large boulders. Just proceed slowly and cautiously. The new trail may be more challenging than the previous trail, but you are then rewarded with awesome views of the mountain terrain.
The second new trail to the summit of the 4,095m Mount Kinabalu called ‘Kota Belud Trail’ now open to climbers too. The 1.1 kilometre trail will be the alternative route in addition to the ‘Ranau Trail’. However, certain parts of Kota Belud trail has slopes which are more than 60 degrees, making it slightly tougher compared to the Ranau trail. Wooden steps and ropes can be found along certain parts of the trail. Both trails start from Laban Rata and meet at the Sayat-Sayat Checkpoint where you will make the ascent to the summit. (You will take the Ranau Trail as Kota Belud trail required special permit to enter). Soon after, you will see Sayat-Sayat Hut at, this is the highest shelter on the mountain. Sayat-Sayat Check Point is the last check point that requires you to display your climbing permit.
From here, you will walk across the bare granite slabs that stretch endless ahead, in an eerie moonscape of stone. The vegetation are stunted shrubs and tough grasses in the crevices. Distance from Laban Rata Resthouse to Low’s Peak is 2.4KM. There is marker at every kilometer as well. After KM8.5, finally reach to your final destination; the highest point on Mount Kinabalu, the summit of Borneo at 4095.2m – The Low’s Peak! As you wait in the cold, dawn gradually creeps over the horizon, illuminating the darkness with the light of a new day. By this time, climbers are already at Low’s Peak or nearing. Watching as the day unfolds over a spectacular view of the mountains plateau and valleys below.
After catching up the beautiful sunrise, via ferrata climbers have to descent to via ferrata activity’s starting point. Mountain Torq’s trainer will be waiting at the meeting point, make sure everyone is on time as late arrival will not able to participate in via ferrata activity. Activity begin and climbers will get to see an entirely different and immensely beautiful side of the mountain plateau that different from summit trail. It takes about few hours to descent to your mountain hut. Check out your accommodation and have your breakfast before descent to Timpohon Gate.
Accommodations on the mountain are humbly decorated and only supply the basic facilities to climbers. Hence, do not expect for hotel conditions. All mountain huts are quite similar; most of the rooms are non-heated dormitory bunk bed style with blankets and pillows. Climbers require to stay overnight at one of the mountain huts before ascending to the summit early in the next morning. If you don’t have a bed to stay, you are not allowed to climb! The carrying capacity on the mountain is very limited.
There are five mountain huts available on Mount Kinabalu which has to book months in advance as it can be full especially during peak seasons. Therefore, you have to pre-book the accommodation! Laban Rata Resthouse is the only mountain hut that comes with private room and dormitory room. Pendant Hut is exclusively for Via Ferrata’s climbers.
SPECIAL NOTE
Mountain huts offer either 4, 6 or 8 unisex mixed dormitory to climbers. Besides, there are THREE PRIVATE ROOM in Laban Rata which are sold as a room where ROOM 1 and ROOM 2 are with twin sharing basis, while ROOM 3 offer dormitory bunk beds which can accommodate 6 climbers.
| Types of Room | No. of (Unit/Bed) | Configurations | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Room 1**To Be Sold By Room | 1 Unit(Twin Sharing) | 2 Pax/Room | Attached Bathroom, Heated Shower, Room Heater, Located at Restaurant Area |
| Private Room 2**To Be Sold By Room | 1 Unit(Twin Sharing) | 2 Pax/Room | Attached Bathroom, Heated Shower, Room Heater, Located at Restaurant Area |
| Private Room 3**To Be Sold By Room | 1 Unit(Dormitory Bunk Beds) | 6 Pax/Room | Attached Bathroom, Heated Shower, Room Heater, Located at Restaurant Area |
| Laban Rata(Non-Heated Unisex Shared Dormitory) | 60 Beds(Dormitory Bunk Beds) | 60 Persons(1Person/Bed) | Common Bathroom, Located at Restaurant Area |
Laban Rata Rest House (3272 meters above sea level) is the biggest mountain hut among the others, and also where the restaurant located at. There are four types of room available here, which is Private Room 1, Private Room 2, Private Room 3 and non-heated dormitory rooms. All rooms are located at the restaurant area. Laban Rata’s private rooms are all equipped with en-suite bathroom, heated shower and room heater. Dormitory bunk bed rooms come with common bathrooms and toilets. Pillows and blankets are provided.
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