Mt Kinabalu Hike - Low's Peak Circuit Via Ferrata
(2Days/1Night) - Malaysian

Tour Code: BKI-72 Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night

Push yourself to the limits as you climb to Low’s Peak on Mount Kinabalu’s Via Ferrata and savour the view of the magnificent sunrise!

Highlights:

• Challenge Yourself by Climbing Low’s Peak Circuit on the Via Ferrata
• Get an Amazing View of the Sunrise at Mount Kinabalu’s peak
• Enjoy the Lush Greenery and Diverse Flora, and Fauna of Kinabalu Park

Tour Description:

Day 1 – Kota Kinabalu / Kinabalu Park / Timpohon Gate / Pendant Hut / Laban Rata Rest House

Meet your guide bright and early in the morning to depart to Kinabalu Park and arrive there by 8:30 am. The park holds the title of being Malaysia’s first World Heritage Site, and also the Centre of Plant Diversity for South East Asia. They boast a collection of more than 5000 vascular plant species and around 90 lowland mammal species. However, Mount Kinabalu’s summit view is the main gem of the park. At the park, you’ll do all the necessary registration with the help of your guide and you shall also be assigned to a mountain guide.

Get transported to Timpohon Gate, the primary entry point to climbing Mount Kinabalu from the Park headquarters. The gate is located in a large house that includes a small convenience store and an observatory platform on the top. It is here where you can stock up on high-energy snacks at the store and get a quick glimpse of the valley from the platform. After you’ve stocked up on all the necessities then you’re off to your next destination which might be a 4 to 6-hour hike.

Once you’ve arrived at your accommodation for the night you’ll be attending a mandatory briefing on Via Ferrata safety. This briefing is beneficial and crucial for all to attend so first-timers and experienced mountaineers alike are highly encouraged to attend. During the briefing, you will be informed about your hike up to the summit, tutorials on how to wear the harness as well as how to work the carabiners. You will also be introduced to your Mountain Torq trainer here that’s going to ensure your safety. After taking a short rest in your room, make your way down to the Laban Rata Rest House where you’ll have your dinner before retiring for the night.

Day 2 – Pendant Hut / Mount Kinabalu Summit / Low’s Peak / Sayat Sayat Hut / Pendant Hut / Timpohon Gate / Kinabalu Park / Kota Kinabalu

Wake up at 1:30 am for an early supper to gain energy before starting your climb. Get ready to climb up to Mount Kinabalu’s summit which sits at 4095.02 metres above sea level which should take about 3 hours to complete. You should reach the summit just in time for the sunrise where you can be awed by the rainbow of colours slowly fill the sky as the sun emerges from behind the thick clouds. Take in the beauty of the sunrise before descending Low’s Peak to meet your Mountain Torq trainer. Your trainer will lead you to the 7.5 kilometre mark to meet your Via Ferrata trainer to guide you through your Low’s Peak Circuit activity.

Mount Kinabalu’s Via Ferrata is Asia’s first and also the world’s second highest at 3200 to 3800 metres above sea level. The Via Ferrata is a great option for beginners to witness picturesque areas of the mountains that usually only experienced climbers get the pleasure of seeing. The Low’s Peak circuit is a totally different route to the regular route in Mount Kinabalu and is definitely not one to miss! Around 11 am you’ll make your way back down for a well-deserved breakfast before checking out of your accommodation. You’ll then trek back down to Timpohon Gate where you will be transferred back to Kinabalu Park. Once at the park you’ll receive your certificate of achievement to mark your completion of the climb. To mark the end of the trip you’ll get a hearty buffet lunch before you depart to Kota Kinabalu.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations after confirmation of tour will incur a 50% charge of the total package price. This fund is not refundable, in whole or in part, cannot be brought forward and/or used for future bookings.

• Cancellation within 29-15 days prior to the tour date: 75% of total package payment incurred.
• Cancellation within 14-2 days prior to the tour date: 85% of total package payment incurred.
• Cancellation within 24 hours or no show: No refunds.

Pick-Up Time:

• 6:00 am - 6:30 am

What's Included:

• English-speaking guide
• Return Transfer (Kota Kinabalu – Kinabalu Park)
• Return Transfer (Park HQ – Timpohon Gate)
• Mountain Guide
• Entrance Fee
• Climbing Permit
• Climbing Insurance
• One (1) Night’s Accommodation at Pendant Hut
• Meals: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner and 1 Supper
• Certificate
• Equipment for Via Ferrata Activity
• Via Ferrata Trainer

What's Not Included:

• Any Items Not Mentioned
• Porter Fee (RM130/10kg)
• Luggage Keeping Fee (RM12/Luggage)
• Beverages
• Travel Insurance
• Airfare

Additional Information:

• Transfer duration above are estimated and subject to traffic and weather condition, and not inclusive of any sightseeing
• Accommodations are subject to availability. Prices shown are based on two(2) pax. For solo or group travellers, please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011)
• Accommodations are subject to availability. Please check with Adventoro Concierge
• Please prepare waterproof backpack, trekking or running shoes with good grip, warm clothing, windbreaker, extra clothing, raincoat, head torch, toiletries, refillable water bottle, high energy food (chocolates, nuts, energy bars)
• Extra luggage can be stored at Kinabalu Park HQ at a nominal fee of MYR 10 per piece prior to climb
• RM150 Surcharge on transportation if the client failed to follow scheduled departure 1600 hrs after the mountain climb
• Local mountain guide will accompany clients during the trek to the summit
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own
• Note: Starting from 1st September 2017, a tourism tax of RM10 per room per night will be imposed on non-Malaysian tourists for all types of hotels and accommodations. This is payable to the hotel upon check-out

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Kota Kinabalu. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.