3D2N Mount Kinabalu PRIVATE Climb (2 Nights Laban Rata Resthouse)

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“You can now book PRIVATE Mount Kinabalu Package – Normal Climb via Timpohon with us, securing the climbing permit and stay at Laban Rata Resthouse.”
  • Tour Code : BC-MK-03
  • Duration : 3 Days 2 Nights
  • Minimum Pax : 1 Person
  • Departure Time : 6.00 am
  • Pick Up : KK City / Airport
  • Drop Off : KK City / Airport
  • Availability : Everyday
  • Stay : Laban Rata Resthouse
  • Meals : 8 Meals
  • Elevation : 4095.2 m.a.s.l
  • Trekking Trail : Timpohon Trail
  • Minimum Age : No Age Limit
  • Skill Level : Beginner
DifficultyEasy
Skill LevelBeginner
Fitness LevelModerate

WHY CHOOSE US?

1. PRIVATE TRANSFER

No sharing of transportation
(You don’t have to share transport with other climbers on your descend day!)

2. PRIVATE MT.GUIDE

Our mountain guide just for your group
(No sharing of mountain guide with other groups)

3D2N MOUNT KINABALU CLIMB ( 2 NIGHTS LABAN RATA RESTHOUSE )

Opting for the 2 Nights Laban Rata package guarantees you a more restful experience after summiting before your descent to Timpohon Gate. Plus, it provides an additional opportunity for a Summit Attack should the gate be closed on Day 1.

Jan - Dec 2025
Validity: Jan – Dec 2025 (MYR/Pax)
No of Pax Malaysian International
26 Pax Above 2820 4370
17-25 Pax 2840 4390
13-16 Pax 2860 4410
9-12 Pax 2880 4430
7-8 Pax 2900 4450
5-6 Pax 2950 4500
4 Pax 3000 4550
3 Pax 3100 4650
2 Pax 3200 4750
1 Pax 3650 5200
 
Upgrade to Laban Rata Private Room
Room Type All Climbers
Laban Rata Private Room for 2 or 6 700/pax

Tour Highlights

  1. PRIVATE mountain guide will be dedicated exclusively to you and your group!
  2. Enjoy PRIVATE transportation back to your hotel on descent day, without waiting for unknown climbers.
  3. Stay at 2 Nights at Laban Rata Resthouse, the Main Building at Panalaban.
  4. No Cut-off Time to Summit on Day 2.
  5. In case of Summit Close on Day 2, you will still have a chance to summit on Day 3.
  6. Rest an extra day after reaching the summit and descend on Day 3, without needing to rush down on the same day.

The prices shown are quoted based on the current Sabah Park’s Fee (permit, insurance, entrance, mountain guide fee) which are payable to Sabah Park. If there are any price increment imposed by Sabah Park, climbers with arrivals starting from 1st Jan 2025 onwards are required to top up the price differences. Feel free to reach out our team for more information. 

REMARKS:

  • Climbers below 16 years old are considered as CHILD and compulsory to have a private mountain guide (Maximum shared by 2 children / Guide). Mountain Guide Fee – MYR 525/Guide.
  • Accommodation is assigned based on run-of-house and DORMITORY basis unless upgraded.
  • Transportation arrangement is based on the number of person in your group.
  • Outskirt Hotels Pick-Up and Drop Off Surcharge: There are additional charges for hotel pick up outside the city: MYR 30 per person for pick up from Beringgis Beach Resort, Langkah Syabas Beach Resort, Rasa Ria Resort, Karambunai Area, Kinarut Area, etc.
  • Kundasang Area Pick-Up and Drop Off Surcharge: There are additional charges for hotel pick up or drop off from Kundasang area : RM100/van/way or Mesilau area RM150/van/way .
  • Transportation Overtime Charges:
    Transportation Overtime Charges [MYR 80 per transport/way] will be applied for: Pick up from airport/hotel in Kota Kinabalu city to Kinabalu Park/Poring Hot Spring after 6 pm on the climbing date (Day 1) AND transfer depart from Kinabalu Park HQ to Kota Kinabalu city after 7 pm on the descend day due to climbers late arrival. Any transfer after 10 pm to/from Kinabalu Park or Poring Hot Spring consider as midnight transfer, [MYR 120 per transport/way] will be applied.
Transportation Overtime Rate (Ascent) AFTER 6 PM AFTER 10 PM
Kota Kinabalu City /Airport >  Kinabalu Park/Poring Hot Spring RM 80 per transport/way RM 120 per transport/way (Midnight Transfer)
Transportation Overtime Rate (Descend) AFTER 7 PM AFTER 10 PM
Kinabalu Park > Kota Kinabalu City / Airport RM 80 per transport/way RM 120 per transport/way (Midnight Transfer)
  • Federal Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia has imposed a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTX) effective from September 2017. Foreign tourists are required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of the hotel star level. The tax will be collected from every check-in guest directly at the resort/hotel which is not included in the package.
  • All rate are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia & Nett (No hidden cost unless otherwise stated)
  • All passports and visas must be valid at least 06 months from the date of entry into the country destination

PACKAGE DETAILS

Includes
Excludes
Updates
Things To Bring
Important Notes

All Ground Transportation

  • Day 1: Kota Kinabalu Hotel / Airport – Kinabalu Park HQ (Sharing or top up RM 200 for Private Transfer!)
  • Kinabalu Park HQ > Timpohon Gate’s starting point > Kinabalu Park HQ (KOKTAS Shuttle Bus : Seat-In-Coach)
  • Day 3: Kinabalu Park HQ – Kota Kinabalu Hotel / Airport (Private Transfer)
  • Only ONE (1) return transfer is provided per group. Additional charges will be applied if you request for more than one transfer

2 Nights Accommodation ( 2 nights laban rata )

  • Day 1 : Laban Rata Resthouse (Unisex Shared Dormitory)
  • Day 2 : Laban Rata Resthouse (Unisex Shared Dormitory)

8 Meals

  • Day 1 : (-/Packed Lunch/Dinner)
  • Day 2 : (Supper/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
  • Day 3: (Breakfast/Lunch) – Lunch will be converted to packed lunch for climbers who arrived late and missed the lunch time.

One time summit attack
Entrance Fees
Climbing Permit
Climbing Insurance
PRIVATE Mountain Guide Fees
Certificate
English Speaking Coordinator

Porter Fees
Optional Tipping
Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTX)
Sabah Park’s Mountain guide overtime charges based on arrival to Timpohon Gate on the descend day (MYR 15 per group per hour after 4pm)
Transportation Overtime Charges
Others not mentioned

*Additional fee will be imposed for any additional meals, accommodations, tours and transportation services that are not expressly included in the itinerary of your tour packages.

Mountain Guide Overtime Charges
Mountain Guide overtime charges based on arrival to Timpohon Gate on the descend day = MYR 15 per guide for every extra hour start from 4pm (count as a group)

Transportation Overtime Charges
Transportation Overtime Charges [MYR 80 per transport/way] will be applied for: Pick up from airport/hotel in Kota Kinabalu city to Kinabalu Park/Poring Hot Spring after 6 pm on the climbing date (Day 1) AND transfer depart from Kinabalu Park HQ to Kota Kinabalu city after 7 pm on the descend day due to climbers late arrival. Any transfer after 10 pm to/from Kinabalu Park or Poring Hot Spring consider as midnight transfer, [MYR 120 per transport/way] will be applied.

About Drinking Water / Hot Water
UV filtered drinking water available at Laban Rata restaurant area. Mineral water available for purchase at the grocery counter – MYR 7 for 500ml / MYR 14 for 1.5 liters. Coffee & Tea will only be provided during Breakfast Hour and Supper. The cost for one mug of hot water at the restaurant is RM1.5, but there is also FOC hot water available at the building nearby. (Price subject to change without prior notice).

Lunch at Liwagu Restaurant, Kinabalu Park
Please be informed that Balsam Café is currently under renovation, all meals will be served at Liwagu Restaurant. 

Scheduled Power Supply & No Heated Shower/Room Heater
The power supply in Laban Rata comes from a generator set and thus, the available generated electricity is very limited. As a result, there are scheduled power supply (available from 5pm-8pm & 1am to 3.30am daily). Hot shower and room heater is not available.

HP Charging 
Charging outlet is not available inside the room, but charging points can be found at Laban Rata Resthouse’s reception counter. It would be much more convenient to carry a power bank with you.

Clothing Essentials:

  • Based Layer: Thermal Undershirt
  • Insulating Midlayer: Warm Fleece or Sweater
  • Protective Outer Layer: Waterproof Windbreaker
  • Long Trouser (Best if waterproof)
  • Face Scarf / Balaclava
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Socks
  • Warm Hat
  • Extra pairs of quality socks and clothes
  • Gloves

Other Essentials:

  • Backpack and a waterproof cover
  • Plastic Bags / Disposable Bag
  • Personal Medications (Including altitude drugs)
  • Sun Block Lotion
  • Lip Balm
  • Mini First-aid Kit
  • Energy Foods and Drinks
  • Toilet Paper
  • Cash Money
  • Travel Adaptor
  • Personal Toiletries
  • Headlamp / Torch Light
  • Sandal
  • Raincoat / Poncho

Optional Extras:

  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Whistle
  • Trekking Pole

Don’t Forget:

  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Identity Card

COVID-19 Preventive Measure:

  • Personal Face Masks
  • Personal Hand Sanitizer

Friendly Note for Vegan/Vegetarian Climbers: If you’re a vegan/vegetarian climber, we strongly recommend you to pack some snacks, protein shake, nuts, chips, nutrition bars or anything you like with you as the food provide might not able to fulfill individual diet/nutrition needs. Most of the meals are served in simple buffet style, we would suggest for you to pick on dishes that cater to your needs.

 

>> Learn more about Mount Kinabalu Packing Idea

  1. Not recommended to bring valuable items with you.
  2. The safekeeping of your personal belongings is at your own responsibility.
  3. Original passport or identity card is required for verification during the registration process.
  4. Extra luggage/belonging that you don’t wish to bring with you for mountain climbing can be kept at Sutera Sanctuary Lodges reception office (RM12/luggage).
  5. You may hire a porter to carry your backpack at Park HQ. Payments will be made directly to the porter by cash.
  6. Make sure your passport has at least 6 months to run from your time of entry into Malaysia
  7. Please bring your personal toiletries with you as Laban Rata Resthouse do not provide any toiletries for climbers.
  8. After commencement of tour service there will be no refund in part or full will be made for unused service/activity.
  9. We will not be held liable for any delay, additional expenses of inconvenience which may be caused by directly or indirectly by events outside of the company control, such as late arrival of domestic or international flights, civil disturbances, fire, floods, unusually severe weather, act of God, act of Government, or the failure of any machinery or equipment.
  10. In the unlikely event such as bad weather conditions, the local authority (Sabah Park) withholds the rights to cancel the summit climb, no refund in part or full will be given.
  11. We cannot be held responsible, or in any liable, for any injury, property losses, accident, or damage incurred for any reason whatsoever, whether through activity booked through us or caused to you by third parties, during your stay or during participation in any activity.
  12. Strongly recommend that all guests take up adequate personal travel insurance before the trip commences.
  13. Guests must advise any disability requiring special attention or dietary request at the time the reservation is made. We will do our best to accommodate the special needs request, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so nor responsible for any denial of services by, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers.
  14. All guests will be required to read and sign an Indemnity Form before the tour commence.

ITINERARY

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Kota Kinabalu City > 2 nights Laban Rata Resthouse

Pick up from your hotel at 6am and start your 2 nights laban rata climbing adventure. Take approximately 2 hours drive to Kinabalu Park HQ for registration [Passports (International)/Original Identification Card (Malaysian) are required for verification during registration]. After registration, collect your individual packed lunch and meet your mountain guide, a short briefing will be given. [Wear your Climbing Tag at all time]. Unneeded luggage can be store at Sutera Sanctuary Lodge’s reception counter at MYR 15 per luggage and hire a porter at your own expenses.

Transfer to Timpohon Gate and start your adventure journey ( 2 nights laban rata package ) – 6 km trekking to Panalaban! Enjoy the scenery view along the trail. Check in to your mountain hut (unisex shared dormitory) at Laban Rata Rest House. Dinner starts serving at 4.30pm until 7pm, at Laban Rata Restaurant.

Summit Low’s Peak

Ascent: Ranau Trail

Wake up at 1.30am and gear up. After supper, start your hike towards the Summit of Low’s Peak @ 4095.2 m. Reach Sayat – Sayat Check Point before 5.30am. Continue your journey and experience the glorious sunrise over the majestic Mt. Kinabalu.

Return to Laban Rata Resthouse for breakfast. Have a well-deserved rest or just enjoy watching the therapeutic mountain scenery from Laban Rata restaurant’s balcony. Lunch will be served here as well. Free at own leisure.

After dinner, overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse (unisex shared dormitory).

[Climbers who arrive at Sayat-Sayat Check Point after 5.30am will not be allowed to proceed summit climb].

Laban Rata Resthouse > Kinabalu Park HQ > Kota Kinabalu

If you failed to summit during the first attempt, you may try again or simply relax at the rest house.

Check out and trek down to Timpohon Gate. Take the Park’s shuttle transfer – KOKTAS, from Timpohon Gate to Kinabalu Park’s Headquarter. Enjoy your late lunch (start serving from 12 pm to 4.30 pm) at Liwagu Restaurant. Lunch will be converted to packed lunch for climbers who arrived late at the park.

CONGRATULATIONS! You can now collect your Certificate of Achievement from our team. Transfer back to your hotel at Kota Kinabalu, takes approximately 2 hours. Eng of 2 nights laban rata package.

TOUR DETAILS

Porter Fee (Optional)

How much is the cost?

Porter service is fully optional depends on individual. Due to number of porters are reducing, your mountain guide might also act as your porter (depends on the availability of porter during the actual day).

Porter Fees Rate
Timpohon > Laban Rata Resthouse > Timpohon  MYR 21/KG
Timpohon > Sayat-Sayat > Timpohon MYR 27/KG
Timpohon > Summit > Timpohon MYR 30/KG
  • Porters will measure the weight of backpacks in front of climbers.
  • Payments will be made directly to the porter by cash, minimum weight is 10 Kgs.
  • Porters will not trek along with you, so keep all the necessities that you need with you.
  • Things can get wet on the mountain, so pack your belongings in big plastic bag/use a backpack rain cover to protect your climbing gear.

Meal Timing

Meal Time Liwagu Restaurant Laban Rata Restaurant
Breakfast 6.30am-10.30am 7.30am-10.30am
Lunch 12pm-4.30pm
Dinner 6pm-9pm 4.30pm-7pm
Supper 2am-3.30am
  • Laban Rata Restaurant no longer provide hot water for climbers, but available for purchase at the counter.
  • UV filtered drinking water is available.
  • Coffee & Tea will only be provided during Breakfast Hour and Supper.

Check In & Check Out

Accommodation Check In Check Out
Laban Rata Resthouse 1pm 10.30am

MT. KINABALU TRAIL MAP

MOUNT KINABALU TRAIL MAP(Timpohon Trail & Summit Trail)

Mount Kinabalu Trail Map

ACCOMMODATION

Laban Rata Resthouse Panalaban Mount Kinabalu

Laban Rata Resthouse

(Private Room 1,2,3 and Unisex Shared Dormitory)

Laban Rata Resthouse (3272 meters above sea level) is the biggest mountain hut among the others, and also where the restaurant and grocery shop located at. Here is the final pitstop before ascending to the summit of Low’s Peak, providing climbers with comfortable lodgings and hot meals. There are four types of room available here, which is Private Room 1, Private Room 2, Private Room 3, and non-heated unisex dormitory rooms. Laban Rata’s private rooms are all equipped with en-suite bathroom, but NO heated shower, and room heater due to scheduled and limited power supply. Non-Heated Dormitory bunk bedrooms come with common bathrooms and toilets, without any heated shower or room heater. Pillows and blankets are provided.