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Can you conquer the mighty Mount Kinabalu?
The best approach is slow and steady
The “rafflesia” plants have the largest flowers on earth
You’ll need to be up at 3am if you want to get to the summit of Mount Kinabalu in time for sunrise
Make your way up to the rest house, Laban Rata at 3270m
Enjoy the view!
Take periodic stops to catch your breath and take in the scenery
Make your way back down to the gate and be transferred back to Kota Kinabalu
From: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
To: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£795
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Conquer the highest mountain in Malaysia with a majestic Mount Kinabalu climb. You will begin your journey in Kota Kinabalu National Park where you can discover the local plants and flowers that thrive here, as well as keeping an eye out for the elusive orangutans and gibbons that make their home deep in the park. Next, you’ll begin the difficult climb up the mountain, stopping for the night in a small guesthouse before attempting the summit in the early morning, ready to watch the dawn break over the clouds. After a magnificent morning at the summit you’ll make your way back down the mountain for a night of recuperation in Kota Kinabalu, having successfully climbed the imposing Mount Kinabalu.
This itinerary can be tailored to suit your requirements please contact one of our consultants to start planning your dream trip.
On arrival in Kota Kinabalu, you will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel where you will check in for one night. The rest of your day is at leisure.
This morning you will begin your journey to the mountain by transferring to Mount Kinabalu National Park where you will check into your national park lodge. The rest of the day is yours to wander the trails of the park or attend a scheduled tour of the Botanic Gardens to learn more about the endemic flora of the park, like the “rafflesia” plants which have the largest flowers on earth. Enjoy dinner in a simple, local restaurant before getting an early night, ready to start the climb tomorrow.
Today you’ll rise early to begin the trek. After meeting your guide, you will start your ascent – the best approach is slow and steady, with periodic stops to rest, as well as enjoy the stunning scenery that surrounds you as you make your way up to the rest house, Laban Rata at 3270m. Get another early night before attempting the summit tomorrow morning.
You’ll need to be up at 3am if you want to get to the summit of Mount Kinabalu in time for sunrise. Slowly climb up and watch the dawn break over the famous pointed peak before making your way back down, perhaps treating yourself to a ginger tea at Laban Rata to celebrate your achievement! You’ll make your way back down to the gate and be transferred back to Kota Kinabalu where you’ll be dropped at your hotel to rest.
Congratulations on conquering the mighty Mount Kinabalu! After breakfast you will be driven to the airport in time to catch your onward flight.
The Sabah region of Borneo has two seasons – a wet season from September to January and a slightly drier few months between February and August. However, due its tropical location, the weather is very unpredictable and heavy rainfall can occur at any time of the year. The temperature doesn’t change much between summer and winter although higher regions like Kinabalu National Park will always be cooler due to their altitude.
This itinerary is purely a suggestion, and can be tailor-made to your requirements, so please contact us with your dates and requests and we’ll put together a bespoke quotation for you
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4 nights in 3* standard accommodation.
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