Mt. Kinbalu

From Wikiasiantravel

This is the highest peak in Southeast Asia, at an altitude of 4,101 meters, but one of the most accesible in the world. Although many tourists, some even first timers make it to the top almost always, caution has to be observed so as to avoid slipping. Guided ropes are provided at some points in the trail although not really very steep.

Best time to climb: Around April when not raining and making the climb to the peak during early dawn so as to observe the break of day on clear weather.

Getting there

From Kota Kinabalu, buses traveling to Sandakan or Tawau passes Kinabalu Park entrance. Guides and porters can be hired from the park. The mountain can also be climbed starting from Mesilau Nature Resort where it can be les steep but a longer way.

Fees:

Here are some forseeable expenses for your climb:

Bus ride: RM 10-15

Entrance to the park: Non-Malaysian adults (RM 15) Malaysian (RM 3)

NM children (RM 10) Malaysian children ( RM 1)

Climbing fee: Separate from entrance fee (RM 10)

Climbing permit:NM Adults (RM 100)Malaysian (RM 30)

NM children (RM 40) Malaysian children (RM 12)

Guide: (RM 70-100)

Porter: (RM 60/kg)

Accomodation:

For expert climbers who can finish within the day, several accomodations can be used in nearby towns, Kundasang and Ranau. For those who stay overnight and finish the peak the next day, Laban Rata is the primary lodge for stopover. Rates vary from RM 46 for unheated huts, RM 69 for REshouse Dorm, and RM 180-300 for one of two individual rooms. Reservations are preferably made 2-3 months prior to stay.

Contact # : Tel:(60-88) 871454 Fax:(60-88) 871239

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