3D2N Kinabalu Park / Kinabalu Summit via Mesilau Gate (Ex Kota Kinabalu)

Tour Package

3D2N Kinabalu Park / Kinabalu Summit via Mesilau Gate (Ex Kota Kinabalu)

Tour Code: BKI/3D/MT-MG

Duration: 3D2N

.:: Itinerary ::.

Day 01 KOTA KINABALU – MESILAU (PL,D)
Early morning, depart for Kinabalu Park. The journey will take approximately 2 hrs passing by villages, paddy fields along the Crocker Range. A brief stop at Nabalu Market for an opportunity to buy local handicrafts and local fruits. Upon arrival at Mt. Kinabalu Park , you will check-in at the Park's office, and after lunch, you will be transferred to Mesilau Nature Resort. Free time at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Mesilau Nature.

Day 02 MOUNT KINABALU (B,PL,D)
After breakfast gather at Mesilau Park Office with mountain guide and start trekking to Mount Kinabalu. The trekking will take about 5-8 hours, depending on individual fitness level. Upon arriving the 11,000 ft, at the Laban Rata area, check into the assigned accommodation and staying there for 1 night. Relax and enjoy the spectacular mountain landscape. Dinner and overnight at Laban Rata.

MT. KINABALU SUMMIT – KOTA KINABALU (B,L)
Wake up very early at 2am and commence your ascent by torchlight towards the summit. The climb takes about three hours but is well rewarded with a beautiful sunrise at approximately 6am (weather permitting). Trek down to the Timpohon Gate. To be transferred back to park headquarters to collect Certificate of Achievement. Lunch will be served at the Restaurant in Kinabalu Park. Depart for Kota Kinabalu city area after lunch.

Package Includes :-
1) Transportation throughout the trip
2) English speaking guide (No Climbing)
3) Meals - as stated above
4) 1 night stay in the accommodation at Laban Rata area (dormitory share basis), either heated or non-heated accommodation, 1 night stay in Mesilau
5) Compulsory Climbing fees which included the followings :
     (a) Entrance fee to the park
     (b) Climbing permit
     (c) Mountain guide
     (d) Insurance
     (e) Certificate for mountain climbing

Package Does Not Include :-
1) Porter fee
2) Whatever that is not being mentioned above

Note 1 : Staying in the non-heater bunk bed accommodation could be very cold sometimes. It is advisable to bring along your own sleeping bag or you can rent that at the resthouse, at your own cost.
Note 2 : Tour commence only when there are at least 2 person or above. There will be single supplement surcharge for single traveler.

.:: Mesilau Nature Resort ::.

Mesilau Nature Resort is a tranquil retreat amongst the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu and provides an alternative starting point for the mountain climb up Mt. Kinabalu. An additional 30 minutes past Kinabalu Park and 2000 metres above sea level, Mesilau Nature Resort is set against dense jungle with a cool climate. Home to exotic species of fauna and flora, Mesilau Nature Resort is the best place to find the giant pitcher plant, the Nepenthes. Mesilau Nature Resort offers a variety of options to suit all budgets ranging from super luxurious private chalets to comfortable dormitories and suites. Chalets and suites are equipped with excellent amenities and locally crafted, rustic furniture. Guests can relax in peaceful, picturesque surroundings or snuggle up beside the fireplace on cooler nights.

.:: Laban Rata ::.

The two day journey up Mt. Kinabalu displays the incredible mountain backdrop of teeth and fangs, gully, precipice, cliff, plateau, gorge, peak, projectile and points! Located at 3,272 metres above sea level, Laban Rata offers climbers warm lodgings and hot meals before and after climbing to the peak of Mount Kinabalu.

The compound also consists of several smaller accommodation units. Apart from Laban Rata Rest House which is the only heated unit, non heated unit consists of Gunting Lagadan Hut, Panar Laban Hut and Waras Hut.