Mount Kinabalu Climbing, Malaysia - 2 Days
Mount Kinabalu Climbing
Mount Kinabalu is a prominent mountain on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. It is located in the East Malaysian state of Sabah and is protected as Kinabalu Park, a World Heritage Site. Kinabalu is the highest peak in Borneo’s Crocker Range and is the highest mountain in the Malay Archipelago. As well as the highest mountain in Malaysia. Mount Kinabalu is also the 20th most prominent mountain in the world by topographic prominence. All this makes Mount Kinabalu Climbing a new trend in Adventure in Malaysia.
In 1997. A re-survey using satellite technology established its summit (known as Low’s Peak) height at 4,096m above sea level. Seems like it is some 6 meters (20 ft) less. While previously thought and hitherto published figure of 4,101 meters (13,455 ft). Due to its Height more adventure traveller come to explore this almost Climbing Mount Kinabalu. Mount Kinabalu has listed on UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mount Kinabalu includes the Kinabalu montane alpine meadows ecoregion in the montane grasslands and shrub lands biome. The mountain and its surroundings are among the most important biological sites in the world. While between 5,000 and 6,000 species of plants, 326 species of birds, and more than 100 mammalian species identified. Kinabalu is rich in collection of wildlife and famous species such as the gigantic Rafflesia plants and the orangutan. Low’s Peak can be climbed quite easily by a person in good physical condition. In conclusion there is no need for mountaineering equipment at any point on the main route. Other peaks along the massif, however, require rock climbing skills.
Mount Kinabalu Climbing With Trekkers Zone
Mount Kinabalu specialty lies in its location at a renowned World Heritage Site “Kinabalu Park”. Mount Kinabalu Climbing gives 1000 reason to delight for Nature lovers. You can join Trekkers Zone Mount Kinabalu Climbing to explore variations of flora, fauna that found on the Mount Kinabalu. A recent botanical survey of the mountain estimated a staggering 5,000 to 6,000 plant species. This count excluding mosses and liverworts but including ferns. Which is more than all of Europe and North America (excluding tropical regions of Mexico) combined. Therefore this is one of the world’s most important biological sites. As a result make worth full to join Mount Kinabalu Climbing with Trekkers Zone.
Formation, Name and More Info
Along with other upland areas of the Crocker Range is well-known worldwide. Furthermore this is known to its tremendous botanical, biological species biodiversity with plants of Himalayan, Australasian and Indo-Malayan. Mount Kinabalu is standing majestically at 4,095m (13,435 feet above sea level). Mount Kinabalu is the highest mountain between the Himalayas and New Guinea. The Name Derives form the Kadazan word, “Aki Nabalu” means “THE REVERED PLACE OF THE DEAD”. Although this Mountain is one of the safest and most conquerable peaks in the world. For more ground reality and experiences Trekkers Zone comes with Mount Kinabalu Climbing. Come to explore Culture, Nature and Adventure.
Trip Highlight
- Mount Kinabalu Climb via Timpohon Trail
- Low’s Peak Summit (Highest Elevation 4095.2M)
- 1 Night Panalaban Base Camp
Note
Do take note that your passport will be required for verification during registration at the Kinabalu Park office. Please bring it along with you. Friendly Note From Sabah Parks: It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommend that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart disease, severe anemia, Peptic ulcers, Epileptic fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic asthma, Muscular cramps, Hepatitis (jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber. Children below 15 years old must fill in the indemnity form upon registration at Park Headquarters.DAY 01
KOTA KINABALU / KINABALU PARK HQ / TIMPOHON GATE / ASCEND MOUNT KINABALU / PANALABAN
(06:00 Hrs - 07:00 Hrs) Pick-up from your hotel lobby and depart on a 2 hrs journey to Kinabalu Park Headquarter. Collect your packed lunch.
(09:00hr) Our guide will arrange for all necessary registrations, assign you a mountain guide and apply for your ID TAG.
Remember to wear your ID TAG at all times.
You’ll then be transferred to starting point – Timpohon Gate – where your journey and quest to the summit of Borneo’s highest mountain begins!
The climb will take approximately 4-5 hours.
The trek will pass by different vegetation zones from Oak and Chestnut to mossy and eventually to alpine type of vegetations.
Balsam Restaurant Lunch Time: 12:00 – 16:00hr.
Arrive and check into Panalaban Base Camp @ 3272m or similar in the late afternoon.
Packed Lunch / Buffet Dinner at Laban Rata restaurant and overnight.
DAY 02
LOW’S PEAK / DESCEND MOUNT KINABALU / KOTA KINABALU
(02:00hrs) Wake up for early supper and depart for continuation of journey towards the summit of Mount Kinabalu.
The journey up to the Low’s peak @ 4,095m will test your fitness and determination.
Depending on speed of trekking, you might be able to experience the glorious sunrise over the majestic Mt. Kinabalu if weather permits.
(07:00hrs) Descend back to PANALABAN for late breakfast and check out.
Trek down to Timpohon Gate for transfer back to the Kinabalu Park Headquarter (est. arrival 13:00hrs to 15:00hrs).
Congratulations, you can now collect your Certificate of Achievement!
Transfer to Kota Kinabalu City. Journey takes approx. 2 hrs.
Interested in this trip? Send your questions or start booking.
Included:
- 01 Breakfast, 02 Lunches, 01 Dinner & 01 Supper
- Meals as Stated, 01 Night Accommodation, Entrance Fee, Return Hotel Transfer (Seat-In-Coach), Return Transfer (Park HQ – Timpohon Gate – Park HQ), Mountain Guide, Climbing Insurance, Climbing Permit and Certificate, English Speaking Support Team.
- 01 Night Panalaban Assorted Huts (Non-Heated Dormitory Bunk-bed with sharing bathroom & toilet)
Excluded:
- Airfares, Optional Tipping & Porter Fee, Alcoholic Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned
- Note on Meals Arrangement:
- Lunch will be converted to packed lunch on Day 02 (Mt Kinabalu Descent) for climbers who arrived late and missed the lunch timing.
- Balsam Restaurant Lunch Time: 12:00 – 16:00hr.
- Arrive and check into Panalaban Base Camp @ 3272m or similar in the late afternoon.
- Buffet Dinner at Laban Rata restaurant and overnight.
- (Packed Lunch, Buffet Dinner)
- Porter for you and your team.
- Trip expenses to Kota / Kinabalu domestic airport.
Interested in this trip? Send your questions or start booking.
Note
Do take note that your passport will be required for verification during registration at the Kinabalu Park office. Please bring it along with you. Friendly Note From Sabah Parks: It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommend that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart disease, severe anemia, Peptic ulcers, Epileptic fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic asthma, Muscular cramps, Hepatitis (jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber. Children below 15 years old must fill in the indemnity form upon registration at Park Headquarters.Interested in this trip? Send your questions or start booking.
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