Private Tour
2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climbing
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48 hours
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Mount Kinabalu is the Borneo’s highest peak in Sabah and it is renowned world heritage site. It stands 4,095m Height with breathtaking views. Find ideal mount kinabalu package with best rates and get tips to climb mount kinabalu from our experts. Climb with us with private arranged Mount Kinabalu Climbing Tour
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Day 1 Pick up from your hotel at Kota Kinabalu at 6.00am. Take approximately 2 hours drive to Kinabalu Park Headquarter for registration. [Passports/Original Identification are required for verification during registration]. Collect your packed lunch and meet your mountain guide. Unneeded luggage can be store at MYR 12 per luggage (own expenses). Porter fees are paid directly to the porter at MYR 14.00/kg. Transfer to Timpohon Gate. Start your adventure of 6KM trekking to Laban Rata. Arrived and overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse (unisex shared dormitory). Dinner start serving at 4.30pm until 7pm, at Laban Rata Restaurant. Day 2 Wake up at 1.30am and gear up. Supper at Laban Rata Restaurant. Start your journey towards the Summit of Low’s Peak @ 4095.2m with your Mountain Guide (Climbers who arrive at Sayat- Sayat Check Point after 5.30am will not allowed to proceed with summit climb). Take beautiful photos at the summit plateau. Descend to Laban Rata for breakfast. Check out and trek down to Timpohon Gate. Take the Park’s shuttle transfer to Kinabalu Park’s HQ. Enjoy your lunch at Balsam Cafe. Collect your Certificate. Transfer back to your hotel, takes approximately 2 hours.
What‘s Included
Mountain Guide Fees
5 Meals - Day 1 (packed lunch/dinner) & Day 2 (supper/brunch/late lunch)
Climbing Permit
1 Night Accommodation - Laban Rata Unisex Shared Dormitory
English Speaking Coordinator
Certificate
All Ground Transportation - Return
Climbing Insurance
Entrance Fee
Porter Fees
Optional Tipping
Sabah Park’s Mountain guide overtime charges (MYR 15 per group per hour after 4pm)
Transportation Overtime Charges - Descend after 7pm (MYR 80 per transfer)
Outskirt Pick Up Surcharge MYR 30/pax- Rasa Ria, Karambunei, Kinarut, Papar, Ranau etc
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2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climbing
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Reviews
494 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
CLIMBING MT. KINABALU : THE LONG WAY UP
Mobile75849,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves. This is true for many travelers, and my decision to climb Mount Kinabalu. meant overcoming one of my biggest weakness: endurance, flake weather forecast, injuries etc. Mt Kinabalu stands at 4,095.2 metres (13,435 feet) above sea level. It is a World Heritage site and the highest mountain in Malaysia. To help preserve the natural beauty the government decided to cap the number of visitors to Kinabalu each day. The rules also state you cannot climb yourself, and have to do with a guide or organised tour group. We opted for 2D1N trip duet to our limited travel period to KK. The first day was quite a tough climb. We trekked about 6km, up through the clouds to a little lodging nestled into the mountain side. The view was stunning, particularly at sunset as its foggy and the sunset shine from afar, and they fed us very well which was good considering how much we’d each paid for this trip. On the way to the lodging we were constantly passed by porters carrying luggage, food, drinks and heavy looking necessities. I asked our guide about them who told me these guys do this every day, making numerous trips, carrying on average 20-40kg each way each time. Hats off!! The Long Walk Down Mt. Kinabalu We had another great day of weather for the Summit trek to the peak, and the views were just as incredible. And as we descent though its downpour and foggy halfway, made the trek slippery and challenging on legs. It really showed why this is such a popular spot for travelers, and thankfully completely justified the rather expensive price tag. We made it down, just in time for the bus back to town. We were given a certificate to say we’d made it, but really all Iwe wanted was a warm shower and a well rested sleep…both of which I had as soon as I got back to Kota Kinabalu. Both of which were definitely well earned.
Good overall experience
Flyer22589689837,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very smooth and good experience we had dealing with Borneo Calling. Helpful and friendly staff. Hopefully can arrange 3D2N Mount Kinabalu climb in future!
Outstanding Service and Unforgettable Trip
suhbee,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Every member of the Borneo Calling team was amazing! They were so helpful and truly made my experience memorable - from answering all my questions throughout the process to providing comprehensive info and organizing all the logistics during the trip. I came as a solo traveler and felt genuinely cared for the entire time. Their professionalism and friendliness really stood out. I’m absolutely going to recommend their service. Great experience and a great team - keep it up! ✨
Amazing Climbing Experiences
Nomad36689248809,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great exoerience! with the driver- show us good to place to eat at kundasang, with the assistant at Kinabalu park- no need to que for permit. Both mountain guide Azar and Jimmy really help us and motivate us to reach out to summit. Thank you to Mei for overall coordination
Climbing Kinabalu as a solo.
395safarib,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great climb. What I liked was Borneo calling adjusted to my experience. I was self drive and they helped me find location and time. I climbed fast and they adjusted lunch and dinner to fit my schedule. They arranged special transport. Also loads of little extra perks all the time. Great experience with a solid company. All in all they took care of me! Thanks to the team. I will be back.
The goal of life.
Traveler09861927892,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The weather was great and the location was great. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The mountain guide who arranged it for me was so strong that from time to time I was told it was easier to go that way. I went hiking alone and it felt good to encourage each other with strangers I didn't know. Physical aerobic heart must be practiced well, easier to customer service alpine disease, physical beauty landscape mentality will be different. It was definitely a happy moment to stand at the top of the mountain, and that cloud was beautiful and unreal.
Amazing hike
GrandTour13208294089,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience during the hike ! Definitely worth it ! The stays and foods are provided, and everything is good Helpful mountain guide
Well organised tour
Navigator57067527508,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a 3 days 2 nights climb tour with Borneo Calling. Everything was smooth and well explained from accommodation to transportation. Fortunate enough to have a mountain guide that push us to summit.The view was majestic. Mount Kinabalu you will be missed
Awesome Trip
Navigate34570706270,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00nice service for transportation from Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park Accommodation for the first night in Hill Lodge is excellent and dinner is fine First day climb is a bit tough for the last two km but the mountain guide is very considerate, he carried my 2 kg backpack for me. Accommodation for the second night is clean and tidy On the third, start climbing to summit and glad to see the first daylight. Then go downhill and have lunch before transfer back to Kota Kinabalu An unforgettable experience
Amazing
Odyssey02589790207,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked this 3D2N Mt Kinabalu hiking with Borneo Calling. Everything went well from booking till the end of the entire hike. The hike was amazing and everything effort and sweat is worth it. The tour guide, mountain guide and agent were very professional. The only drawback was the government hostel at panalaban which does not provide heater (for shower) though they have informed earlier but I did not expect the water to be icy cold. The room is extremely cold so as the bed as well. Good overall experience and would highly recommend.
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