Trek Mt Kinabalu

5 Days
From $1,049
Best Rate
Guarantee
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Demanding

Rating


(19 reviews)

Experience Overview

If the idea of conquering a mountain while travelling excites you, then this five-day round-trip journey from Kota Kinabalu is for you. At 4,096m (13,438 ft), Mt Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Malaysia and has been given UNESCO World Heritage Site status. With up to 6,000 species of plants, 326 species of birds, and more than 100 mammalian species identified, it’s easy to understand why. This tour includes some beautiful treks, and the sunrise from Mt Kinabalu’s summit might make you question every other sunrise you’ve witnessed before it. But don’t take our word for it, make sure you see it for yourself.

Highlights

  • Conquer the mighty Mt Kinabalu
  • Witness an awe-inspiring sunrise
  • Enjoy packed lunches and buffet-style dinners

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 1488

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Private vehicle, hiking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: AAMK

StartStarts: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

FinishFinishes: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

DurationDuration: 5 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Demanding

Includes

Activities

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Mt Kinabalu hike (2 days)
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (2 nts), hostel (1 nt, twin-share), hostel (1 nt, multi-share)
  • 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

  • Private vehicle, hiking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $1,049 ($210 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Kota Kinabalu

Arrive at any time.

2

Day 2: Kota Kinabalu/Mount Kinabalu

Travel to Mt Kinabalu. Opt to hike the nature trails, or enjoy an excursion to Poring hot springs and a canopy walk with some free time.
Travel to the base of Mt Kinabalu, the highest mountain between the Himalayas and Papua New Guinea.

In the afternoon, stretch your legs by exploring the trails around the park or check out the visitor centre.

3

Day 3: Mount Kinabalu

Head off to conquer Mt Kinabalu. During the first day's climb to Laban Rata, enjoy a packed lunch on the way. The hike can take from 5-7 hrs. Indulge in a buffet-style dinner then rest up for an early start to summit the mountain in the morning.
Set off early to begin the ascent up Mt Kinabalu. It is not an easy walk, but it is incredibly rewarding. Willpower is the main requirement as it's uphill all the way!

Spend the night at Laban Rata in basic mountain huts 3,272m (10,735 ft) above sea level.

Turn in early to prepare for the final climb very early in the morning.

4

Day 4: Mount Kinabalu/Kota Kinabalu

Summit Mt Kinabalu (3-5hrs) and arrive in time for sunrise. Return to Laban Rata for a rest and to the park headquarters for lunch. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.

5

Day 5: Kota Kinabalu

Depart at any time.

Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Reviews

 

Zsuzsanna A   -  Traveled, December 2023

Very well organised trip Kindly update the packing list and you might want to consider not to run the program during the rainy season to have higher chance of summiting Overall i had a great time

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/27/2023

 

Andre F   -  Traveled, October 2023

Well organised, was an amazing group of people for all ages, countries and backgrounds. CEO was fantastic

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/15/2023

 

Ernestine H   -  Traveled, October 2023

Excellent Guide, organisation

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/15/2023

 

Stacey K   -  Traveled, October 2023

Efficient, well organised from activities to transport, to food, super friendly and supportive CEO.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/25/2023

 

Wen H   -  Traveled, August 2023

I travel many times with G Adventures, except the schedule didn't match my vacation. . I like the hiking G Adventures, price is reasonable and the CEO is professional.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/23/2023

 

Jose O   -  Traveled, July 2023

Good value for money, expertise and overall easiness of the experience of travel.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/09/2023

 

Frederik Tobias Agerkvist P   -  Traveled, June 2023

Very well structured and socialized were our experience climbing mt. Kinabalu. I would Definitely recommend this trip to others

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/24/2023

 

Aleksandra T   -  Traveled, June 2023

Everything was well organised, people on the tour were amazing (it's always great to meet like-minded people), and the tour guide Albert was fantastic. As a solo traveller, I found the tour to be a great value.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/24/2023

 

Christine M¿ller P   -  Traveled, May 2023

Very good CEO!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/24/2024

 

Robert L   -  Traveled, April 2023

The duty of care was outstanding, the CEO?s were informative, recognised any issues and responded accordingly. They engaged with the tour participants.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/26/2023

 

Graham N   -  Traveled, April 2023

Good range of itineraries to chose from, nice mix of people, great staff

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/26/2023

 

David W   -  Traveled, March 2023

Albert was an extremely helpful and friendly guide, he couldn't do more to be there for us. Very knowledgeable

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/19/2023

 

Claudia H   -  Traveled, March 2023

I would definitely recommend G Adventures to anyone interested in this type of adventure.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/19/2023

 

Celina L   -  Traveled, March 2023

everything felt easy, it was a weight lifted knowing so much of the trip was taken care of

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/29/2023

 

Debra A   -  Traveled, February 2023

G Adventures trip was good but as I have only done one trip with GA I don't know if that is consistent experience

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/22/2023

 

Gregory A   -  Traveled, February 2023

Well organised, great guide

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/22/2023

 

Slavena W   -  Traveled, January 2023

It is my second trip with G Adventures,I like every moment.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/22/2023

 

Krist?ne B   -  Traveled, December 2022

Great adventure

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/18/2023

 

Stacey P   -  Traveled, December 2022

EJ was so friendly and supportive. Even though I joined his group only for the Mt Kinabalu leg he never once made me feel like an outsider. He went above and beyond to make sure I had a great trip, which even included organising me a takeaway lunch when I was too slow coming down the mountain.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/11/2023

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