Mt. Kinabalu Hike + Poring Hotsprings Lodge
(3Days/2Nights) - International

Tour Code: BKI-64 Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Conquer the trek up to one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia and savour the breath-taking view at the summit!

Highlights:

• Test your Physical Fitness as you Climb up one of the Highest Mountains in Southeast Asia
• Be Amazed at the Brilliant view of the Sunrise at Low’s Peak
• Gaze at Kinabalu Park’s Diverse Range of Flora and Fauna

Tour Description:

Day 1 – Kota Kinabalu / Nabalu Market / Poring Hotsprings Resort

Start your trekking adventure with a scenic 2 Hour road trip to Kinabalu Park! Bask in the beauty of Kota Kinabalu’s natural environment and quaint local villages as you drive past them. You’ll truly feel like you’re no longer in the city as you drive pass wide expanses of paddy fields and wave at locals coming from the villages nearby. Before you arrive at Kinabalu Park, you’ll make a quick pit stop at Nabalu Market.

The market is located in the small town of Nabalu and is a popular tourist site due to its close location to the park, being only 12 km away. You’ll get to browse through the souvenir stalls and shops that are set up all along the small town, get a taste of the local delicacies too! The town is also well-known for having an amazing view of the Kinabalu Mountain peak from their 15-meter watchtower. You’ll then proceed to Poring Hot Springs that’s about a 45-minute drive from the park.

Upon arrival at the hot springs, you’ll have the rest of the day to do as you please! You can choose to relieve your aching muscles from the long drive up in the springs hot sulphuric minerals with its healing properties that are popular amongst many locals. Besides having a relaxing dip into the warm spring waters, you can also choose to take a stroll along the canopy walk and gaze at the lush greenery of the Menggaris tree. The walkway is about 157.8 meters long and if you’re lucky you might be able to catch a glimpse of the largest flower in the world, the Rafflesia. After you have spent your time exploring and enjoying the many facilities of the springs you’ll have a delicious dinner before retiring for the night.

Day 2 – Park HQ / Timp. Gate / Ascend Mount Kinabalu / Laban Rata

Wake up bright and early for a filling breakfast to get your energy before departing at 7 am sharp to the Park’s Headquarters to begin your trek to the mountain’s summit. At the Park HQ, you’ll need to register for the climb, apply for your ID tags and you’ll also be meeting the experienced mountain guide who will lead you on your journey to the summit. It’s especially important to remember to wear your ID tags at all times. Then you’ll go to Timpohon Gate where your trek will begin!

The climb up Kinabalu’s peak is not for the faint-hearted as the trek will take about 4 to 5 Hours. Despite the difficult hike you’ll get to enjoy amazing views thanks to the forests natural sights and sounds. You’ll feel a little chill as you hike as the mountain is 3272 metres above sea level making for a very cooling trip. Gaze at the over 5000 different vascular plant species and the park’s diverse fauna. You might even get to see some rare flowers in the park’s lush forest such as one of the rarest orchids in the world, the Rothschild slipper orchid. Then you’ll make your way to your accommodation for the night and enjoy a buffet dinner before going to bed.

Day 3 – Low's Peak / Descend Mount Kinabalu / Kota Kinabalu

Start your day with an early supper before continuing your trek to the Kinabalu Mountain’s peak. Get ready to feel the burn in your thighs and your heart beating out of your chest as you really test your physical fitness climbing up to Low’s peak standing at 4095 meters above sea level. Then you’ve reached what you’ve been waiting these past 3 days for! You’re officially at the summit and here you’ll be amazed at the breath-taking view of the sunrise.

After dozens of photos of the beautiful mountain view, you’ll go back to Laban Rata for a well-deserved breakfast. After gorging yourself on the delicious breakfast you’ll make your way to Timpohon Gate where you’ll be transported back to the Park HQ. At the HQ you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement because you just completed the tiring climb to the summit and you should be praised for! Then you’ll get a buffet lunch fit for the gods at the Balsam Restaurant before you’re brought back to Kota Kinabalu city and thus your tour ends.

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.

• From 60 days before arrival in Sabah - 50% of the trip's full price forfeited
• From 01-59 days to arrival date in Sabah - 100% of the trip's full price forfeited

Pick-Up Time:

• 10:00 am to 10:30 am

What's Included:

• English-Speaking Mountain Guide
• Hotel Return Transfer
• Return Transfer (Park HQ-Timpohon Gate-Park HQ)
• Entrance Fees 
• Full-Board Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners and 1 Supper
• Climbing Insurance, Permit & Certificate of Achievement
• One (1) Night's Accommodation at Poring Hotspring Resort (Twin-Sharing Lodge)
• One (1) Night's Accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse (Dormitory-Style Bedding)

What's Not Included:

• Porter Fee (RM 130.00/10kg)
• Luggage Keeping Fee (RM 12.00/Luggage)
• Beverages / Alcoholic Drinks
• Travel Insurance
• Airfare
• Any Items Not Mentioned

Additional Information:

• Transfer duration above are estimated and subject to traffic and weather condition, and not inclusive of any sightseeing
• For 2 Days 1 Night packages, bookings can only be made 30 days before the climbing date. 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)
• 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
• A maximum of 5 climbers per mountain guide is allowed for climbers 16 years old and above
• A maximum of 2 climbers per mountain guide is allowed for climbers 15 years old and below
• An additional mountain guide costs RM 230.00 per guide
• For climbers who reach Timpohon Gate late (after 4:00 pm), a fee of RM 15.00 per hour/guide is chargeable and to be paid directly to the mountain guide on the spot
• 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.