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Mount Kinabalu - Mountain Fees & Packing List

Mount Kinabalu is not a difficult mountain to climb. The trails are well defined, and ascessible. However, sustaining injury or losing one's way is a high probability if proper care is not addressed.

What climbers have to look out for:

1. before the climb

• Book your climb

Make sure to book for your bed at Laban Rata before you arrive at the park. There are only a limited number of beds = 160 beds and are full most times expecially between June till December.

• Fees

1. Park Entrance Fees

	Malaysian:	Non-Malaysian:
Adult:	RM 3.00 per person	RM 15.00 per person
Below 18 years	RM 1.00 per person	RM 10.00 per person

2. Mountain Guide Fees

Timpohon Gate / Peak / Timpohon Gate

• 1-3 Climbers - RM70.00 per trip
• 4-6 Climbers - RM74.00 per trip
• 7-8 Climbers - RM80.00 per trip

Timpohon / Peak / Mesilau Trail

* Starting and ending at different point

• 1-3 Climbers - RM80.00 per trip
• 4-6 Climbers - RM86.00 per trip
• 7-8 Climbers - RM92.00 per trip

Mesilau Trail / Peak / Mesilau Trail

• 1-3 Climbers - RM84.00 per trip
• 4-6 Climbers - RM90.00 per trip
• 7-8 Climbers - RM100.00 per trip

3. Climbing Permit

(Timpohon Gate / Mesilau Gate)

	Malaysian:	Non-Malaysian:
Adult:	RM 30.00 per person	RM 100.00 per person
Below 18 years	RM 12.00 per person	RM 40.00 per person

4. Insurance

• RM7.00 per person

5. Certificate

• RM10.00 per person

Optional Porter Fees

Mesilau Trail / Timpohon Gate

• To Laban Rata - RM76.00 / trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To Sayat-Sayat - RM88.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To the summit - R100.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)

Timpohon Gate / Timpohon

• To Laban Rata - RM66.00 / trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To Sayat-Sayat - RM80.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To the summit - R88.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)

Mesilau Trail / Mesilau

• To Laban Rata - RM88.00 / trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To Sayat-Sayat - RM100.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To the summit - R110.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)

Trail

• To Laban Rata - RM88.00 / trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To Sayat-Sayat - RM100.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)
• To the summit - R110.00 per trip (up to 10 Kg)

Bus Transfer to Timpohon Gate

• Less than 5 persons - RM 15.00 per way
• 5 persons & above - RM 4.00 per person per way

TRANSFER TO MESILAU GATE

RM70.00 per way

• health check : do not climb if you have heart disease, hypertension, chronic asthma, peptic ulcer, severe anaemia, diabetes, epileptic fits, arthritis, palpitation, hepatitis (jaundice), muscular cramps, obesity, and other sickness that may be triggered by severe cold, exertion and high altitude

• carry first aid kit : keep some rehydration salts, handiplast, panadol/aspirin, plasters, insect repellent, mosquito oil, nail trimmer, deep heat lotion

• clothes : anorak, wind cheater, rain poncho, balaclava, woollen cap, extra pairs of socks, towel, gloves (leather/pvc), sweaters, clothes for warmth (temperatures can drop to -°C at the peak and wind chill may high), slippers, a pair of seasoned trekking shoes (preferably light weight)

• gear : headlamp, cameras equipment and films, ski/trek poles, sunglasses, water proof bag for camera

• toiletries, tissue paper / toilet roll

• exercise : some leg and cardio workout before the climb will be good. Yoga once a week may not be enough. It all depends on the individual.

• snacks : energy bars, chocolates, nuts etc

• food : for those staying in the other cabins at Panar Rata, a selection of quick fix meals may be a good idea

2. during the climb

• keep to the trail

• drink as much liquid as you can to reduce the effects of altitude sickness

• carry a walking stick, It helps

• headlamp is most suitable to free your hands during the climb up the granite rock

3. after the climb

a good soak at the natural hot spring tubs at Poring Hot Springs

Please Note:

All lodging on Mount Kinabalu are very difficult to book due to the limited quota of climbers allowed to overnight on Mount Kinabalu.

However, for those who do not mind spending a night on the restaurant floor at Laban Rata Resthouse, the same rates will apply as below ie RM89nett per person and a mattress and a sleeping bag will be provided per person. This is also subject to availability.

Kota Kinabalu & Surrounding Day Tours ~ Sabah, Borneo

| Kota Kinabalu Tours | Kota Kinabalu & Outskirts Golf Trips |

Kota Kinabalu Day Tours

Tour Code	Tour Description	Duration	Meal	Price (RM) Nett P/Person (No. of Pax)
EEV001	Kinabalu City Tour * Itinerary	3 Hrs	-	RM 110
EEV002	Kinabalu City By Night * Itinerary	3 Hrs	D	RM 130
EEV003	Monsopiad Cultural Village * Itinerary	3 Hrs	-	RM 170
EEV005	Kota Belud Sunday Market * Itinerary	6 Hrs	L	RM 170
EEV006	Kudat Rungus Longhouse * Itinerary	9 Hrs	L	RM 270
EEV009	Manukan & Sapi Island Hopping * Itinerary	7 Hrs	BBQ L	RM 215
EEV011	Kinabalu National Park * Itinerary	8 Hrs	L	RM 200
EEV012	Poring Hot Spring * Itinerary	8 Hrs	L	RM 200
EEV013	Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Spring * Itinerary	10 Hrs	L	RM 230
EEV013-A	Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Spring * Itinerary	2D1N	1B/2L/1D	RM 420
EEV014	Tambunan Rafflesia Rainforest Tour * Itinerary	8 Hrs	L	RM 220
TT01	Padas River Rafting Trip * Itinerary	10 - 12 Hrs	R / L	from RM 200
TT02	Kiulu River Rafting Trip * Itinerary	5 - 6 Hrs	L	from RM 155
BetBB 3A	Borneo Culinary Tour * Itinerary	5 Hrs	L	RM 250
GA01	Garama Wetland Cruise * Itinerary	8 Hrs	D	from RM 155
KD01	The “Kunang – Kunang” Deluxe River Cruise	8 hrs	D	RM 198

L=Lunch, D=Dinner, R=Refreshment, FB=Fullboard

Please Note :

* All rates are nett per pax and inclusive of english speaking guide * Surcharge of RM30.00 nett per person for outskirt city hotel/resort pick up unless otherwise stated * All tours are based on join in basis (Seat-in-Coach). Private tour can be arranged upon request with 100% surcharge * All tours based on minimum of two (02) adults per departure. Additional of 50% surcharge for Single Traveler * Child between 3 to 11 years old is chargeable at 50% off from the adult’s price for Day Trip and 20% off from the adult’s price for Overnight Trip (except for rafting, culinary and cruise trips) * Special group price available upon request (for minimum of 15 Adults & above only).

Tour Conditions

Every person participating in the tour organized by the Company is regarded in every respect as carrying his or her risk regarding loss or injury to person or property. The company accepts no responsibility for losses or expenses incurred due to delay, sickness, weather, strikes, war or other causes. Such losses and expenses shall be the responsibility of the traveller.

Postponements of Trip:

* Please be advised that the trip will not be allowed to be postponed unless we are advised of any changes at least 3 working days before trip commencement date

**Please Note that there will be a non-refundable handling charge on payment made. Conditions apply.

Kota Kinabalu & Outskirts Golf Trips

Tour Code	Tour Description	Price (RM) Nett P/Person (No. of Pax)
GTB	Borneo Golf & Country Club	RM 420
GTD	Dalit Bay Golf Club & Spa	from RM 380
GTN	Nexus Goft Resort Karambunai	RM 430

Please Note:

* The above rates are inclusive of 10% service charge+ 6% govt tax * All above rates quoted are “ Ex- Kota Kinabalu Hotels” Additional Charge of RM50 per person is applicable for Ex-Tuaran Hotels ( i.e. Shangri-la’s Rasa Ria Resort & Nexus Resort Karambunai * Payment Mode : Pre-payment of 15 days before check in. * Any cancellation of package shall notify us within 20 days before check in/ arrival.

**Please Note that there will be a non-refundable handling charge on payment made. Conditions apply.

Accommodation and Packages to Kota Kinabalu , Beaches, Nature and Highlands on the outskirts

Accommodation :
Kota Kinabalu	5 Star Hotels \| Hyatt Regency \| Le Meridien Hotel \| Novotel 1 Borneo \| 4 Star Hotels \| Jesselton Hotel \| Grand Borneo Kota Kinabalu \| Horizon Hotel \| Ming Garden Hotel & Residences \| Promenade Hotel \| Sabah Oriental Hotel \| 3 Star Hotels \| Celyn Hotel City Mall \| Cititel Express \| Courtyard Hotel \| Hotel Sixty3 \| Kinabalu Daya Hotel \| Imperial Boutec \| Imperial International Hotel \| Le Hotel \| Manja Hotel \| Palace Hotel \| Hotel Shangri-La \| Tang Dynasty \| Boutique Hotels \| Myne Hotel \| Motels \| D'Borneo Hotel \| Century Hotel \| Crown Borneo Hotel \| Budget Inns & Homestays \| Akinabalu Youth Hostel \| Borneo Adventure Centre & Lodge \| Borneo Backpackers \| Borneo Global Backpackers \| Buddy Backpackers Home \| Lucy's Homestay \| Lyn's Lodge Bed and Breakfast \| North Borneo Cabin \| Planet Kinabalu \| Trekker's Lodge \| Xplorer's Backpackers \| Beach Resorts \| Tanjung Aru ~ Megah D'Aru Hotel \| Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort \| Tuaran ~ Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort \| Tuaran Beach Resort \| Kinarut, Papar ~ Beringgis Beach Resort \| Langkah Syabas Beach Resort \| Kota Kinabalu ~ Nexus Karambunai Resort \| Sutera Harbour Resort - Magellan Sutera \| Sutera Harbour Resort - Pacific Sutera \| Service Apartments \| Likas Square Condotel \| Marina Court Resort Condominium \| Promenade Apartments \| Sabah Apartment \| Holiday Villa \| Kiansom Villa Holiday Homes \| Island Resorts \| Gaya ~ \| Bunga Raya Island Resort \| Gayana Eco Resort \| Mantanani Besar ~ Mari Mari Backpackers Lodge \| Pulau Tiga ~ Pulau Tiga Resort (Survivor Island) \| Layang Layang Island ~ \| Avillion Layang Layang Resort \| Manukan Island ~ \| Manukan Island Resort \| Kinabalu Park \| Lodges at Kinabalu Park \| Cabins at Laban Rata \| Lodges at Mesilau Nature Resort \| Kinabalu Park & Poring Hotsprings Package \| Kinabalu Park & Surrounding Day Tours \| Outside Kinabalu Park \| Celyn Resort Kinabalu \| D'villa Rina Ria Lodge \| Kinabalu Pines Resort \| Mount Kinabalu Heritage Resort & Spa \| Zen Garden Resort \|
Keningau	\| Perkasa Hotel \|
Tenom	\| Perkasa Hotel \|
Trips & Packages :
Kota Kinabalu & Outskirts Day And Overnight Trips	Day Trips \| Kota Kinabalu City Tour \| Kinabalu City By Night \| Monsopiad Cultural Village \| Kota Belud Sunday Market \| Kudat Rungus Longhouse \| Manukan & Sapi Island Hopping \| Kinabalu National Park \| Poring Hot Spring \| Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Spring \| Borneo Culinary Tour \| Overnight Trips \| Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Spring (2 days 1 night) \| Rungus Longhouse Cultural Trip (2 days 1 night) \| Borneo Homestay Experience \| Retracing Borneo Death March \|
Outdoor Sporting & Nature Activities	\| Garama Wetland Cruise \| White Water Rafting Day Trips at Padas or Kiulu \| Tambunan Rafflesia Rainforest Tour \| Kunang - Kunang Fireflies River Cruise \| Liwagu River White Water Rafting \| 1 Day Rock Climbing at Kg. Keronggu \| 1 Day Waterfall Trek & Abseil at Kionsom \| 1 Day Jungle Trekking Experience within Kawang Forest Reserve near Kinarut \|
Around Sabah Tour	\| Drive Around Borneo in 10 Days \| Borneo's Big 5 in 10 Days \| Journey through Borneo Rainforests \|
Mountain Climbing & Trekking	\| Mount Kinabalu/Kinabalu Park Packages \| 2 Day 1 Night Mount Kinabalu Climb & Walk The Torq \| 2 Days 1 Night Mount Kinabalu Climb and Low's Peak Circuit \| 3 Days 2 Nights Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata \| 4 Days 3 Nights Mt. Kinabalu Mountain Torq Climb \| Mount Trusmadi Climb \| 4 Days 3 Nights Crocker Range Trek \|
Combination Trips	\| 10 Days 9 Nights Sabah Nature & Sipadan Dive Trip \| 10 Days 9 Nights Kinabalu , Sandakan Wildlife & Kapalai Dive Trip \| 9 Days 8 Nights Mount Kinabalu Climb and Sukau Wildlife Adventure \| 7 Days 6 Nights Kota Kinabalu & Sandakan Wildlife Adventure \| 7 Days 6 Nights Kota Kinabalu & Sandakan Trip, Sabah \| 6 Days 5 Nights Sandakan Wildlife Adventure & Lankayan Island Trip \| 7 Days 6 Nights Kota Kinabalu & Kuching Trip \|