Here is a quick summary of the main differences between Standard, Budget & Via Ferrata packages
ABK-MK01GETLUCKY
2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climb (#GetLucky)
ABK-MK201
2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climb (Budget)
ABK-MK03
2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climb With Via Ferrata (Walk The Torq)
Standard
Budget
Via Ferrrata
Ascend @4,095m Low's Peak Summit
Ascend @4,095m Low's Peak Summit
Ascend @4,095m Low's Peak Summit and partake in Via Ferrata - Walk the Torq or Low's Peak Circuit from @7.5km Sayat Sayat Hut (starting point)
Hiking Boots / Trekking Shoes
Walking Shoes (good grip)
Sneakers / Running Shoes with laces
Adidas Kampung
NO Open Toe Shoes / Slippers / Sandals
Hiking Boots / Trekking Shoes
Walking Shoes (good grip)
Sneakers / Running Shoes with laces
Adidas Kampung
NO Open Toe Shoes / Slippers / Sandals
Hiking Boots / Trekking Shoes
Walking Shoes (good grip)
Sneakers / Running Shoes with laces
NO Adidas Kampung / Open Toe Shoes / Slippers / Sandals
Standard Pick Up Time from Kota Kinabalu
06:00hrs to 06:45hrs
Pick-up at Sabah Tourism Board Building @ Gaya Street
ALL climbing packages will start via Timpohon Gate.
ALL climbing packages will start via Timpohon Gate.
ALL climbing packages will start via Timpohon Gate.
Ascent to Panabalan Basecamp
Climbers on all packages will be given packed lunches.
Arrive at Panalaban Basecamp and stay in Laban Rata Resthouse
Upon arrival at Panabalan Basecamp, dinner is served buffet style from 16:30hrs to 19:30hrs at Laban Rata Restaurant in Laban Rata Resthouse.
Climbers on all packages will be given packed lunches.
Arrive at Panalaban Basecamp and stay in Assorted Huts (Lemaing, Kinotoki, Mokodou)
Upon arrival at Panabalan Basecamp, dinner is served buffet style from 16:30hrs to 19:30hrs at Laban Rata Restaurant in Laban Rata Resthouse.
Climbers on all packages will be given packed lunches.
Arrive at Panalaban Base Camp and stay in Pendant Hut.
Important Note: Climbers must attend a safety briefing between 15.00-16.00hrs. Those arriving after 16:00hrs cut-off time will be declined participation in the Via Ferrata activity and no refund is provided.
Upon arrival at Panabalan Basecamp, dinner is served buffet style from 16:30hrs to 19:30hrs at Laban Rata Restaurant in Laban Rata Resthouse.
Supper Time & Venue (before ascent to Low's Peak)
Laban Rata Restaurant from 02:00hrs to 03:00hrs
Laban Rata Restaurant from 02:00hrs to 03:00hrs
Pendant Hut from 02:00hrs to 03:00hrs
Night Climb to Low's Peak
Summit climb to Low's Peak from Laban Rata Resthouse
Summit climb to Low's Peak from Laban Rata Resthouse
Summit climb to Low's Peak from Pendant Hut
Check Out and Descent to Timpohon Gate
1 Night Panalaban Assorted Huts (Laban Rata Resthouse or similar) (Non-Heated Dormitory Bunk-bed with sharing bathroom & toilet)
1 Night Panalaban Assorted Huts
Certificate of Achievement
Mount Kinabalu Climbing Certificate with a Certificate Holder
Mount Kinabalu Climbing Certificate with a Certificate Holder
Mount Kinabalu Climbing & Via Ferrata Walk the Torq Certificate with a Certificate Holder (upon successful completion)