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Climbing Mount Kinabalu

Climbing Tips

With these Mount Kinabalu climbing tips we would like to assist you in the preparations for your journey to Gunung (the Malay name of the mountain), so that you can make the most of this amazing, unforgettable trip . The dry season only lasts few months and accommodation in the park is limited, so it is a good idea to prepare ahead and try to book your trip in advance. You do not need to worry for things like sleeping [...]

Climbing Mount Kinabalu

Things To Bring With You

When climbing Mount Kinabalu there are some items that you should not forget to bring with you: Suggested Walking Clothes for Early Stages: Shorts or lightweight pants T-shirt of long-sleved shirt Woollen socks Sturdy shoes with good grip and ankle support (sneakers are far from ideal) Cap or hat to keep the sun off your face Extra Clothing (Carried in Backpack): Waterproof jacket Warm, lightweight jumper (polar fleece or wind fleece is ideal) Warm, lightweight pants (not denim, as it [...]

Facts

  • Currency: Malaysian Ringgit approx 3MYR to 1USD
  • Language: Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese, although you would be hard pressed to find someone who doesn't speak English.
  • Height:4,095 meters above sea level
  • Availability: Permits are now only given to people who have accommodation at Laban Rata rest houses plus 4 permits daily for extreme climbers so booking well in advance is recommended.

Latest Comments

  • Andy Wang

    Dear Sasha My wife and I will arrive Kota Kinabalu on June 19th. We plan tour Mount Kinabalu from June 21th [...]

    Posted: May 10, 2013
  • J

    Hi! We'll be in KK for Sept 27, 4 persons. Can you send quote please. thanks.

    Posted: May 08, 2013
  • Ruben

    Hi There We are thinking off climbing Mnt Kinabalu mid July. 2 adults and 2 kids (12 and 14 years old). Can [...]

    Posted: May 02, 2013
  • bondy

    We have 5 persons would like to stay pine resort on 12 June and join a tour to canopy walk [...]

    Posted: Apr 29, 2013
  • Victoria Berry

    Hi I am looking at booking for 2 people to do the 2 day 1 night cimb for 12th June [...]

    Posted: Apr 25, 2013
  • Holly

    Hello, We would like to climb Mt Kinabalu on 6th June 2013. Can you please let me know how much this [...]

    Posted: Apr 18, 2013
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