Is climbing Mount Kinabalu hard?

Mount Kinabalu is the highest peak in Sabah’s Crocker Range. The landscape is really beautiful and range from tropical rainforest to subalpine near the summit. Climbing the mountain is steep and quite tough with more than 20 000 people attempting to reach Low’s Peak per year.

How long does it take to climb Kota Kinabalu?

2 Days and 1 Night
How long does it take to climb Mount Kinabalu? The climb takes a minimum of 2 Days and 1 Night. Usually, the first day trek starts in the morning via Timpohon gate (about 5-7 hours) to Panalaban for an overnight stay.

Can anyone climb Mount Kinabalu?

MOUNT KINABALU IS OPEN AND WELCOMES YOU. Climbers can now climb up to Low’s Peak Summit with a 2 Days 1 Night Climb. One Day Mount Kinabalu Climb permits are currently NOT Available. There are two summit trails – Ranau Trail and Kota Belud Trail. These trail routes are from Panalaban area to the Summit.

How do you prepare for Mount Kinabalu climb?

Preparation & Packing Overnight in Kinabalu Park or Kundasang Highlands (1500m a.s.l) prior to climb allows you to acclimatize to altitude changes and reduce AMS while climbing. Have enough warm clothing for the summit climb. Try to pack your climbing bag at around 4-8kg (Do not bring too many unnecessary things).

How to book a bed at Laban Rata?

Book a bed at Laban Rata accommodation on the mountain by contacting Sutera Sanctuary Lodges (SSL) the management of accommodation in Kinabalu Park and Laban Rata or visiting their office in Kota Kinabalu Go to Park Headquarters the day before in the morning and book a guide.

How to climb Mount Kinabalu via ferrata?

The Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata has 2 routes; Walk the Torq and Low’s Peak Circuit. Lows Peak Circuit is the more difficult route. No climbing experience is required to attempt either of the routes. The route has a length of 1.2km and a increase in elevation of 365m.

How long does it take to climb Kinabalu?

There are several options for climbing mt Kinabalu; the two day one night option (2D1N), the three day 2 night option (3d2N) and hiking Mount Kinabalu via Ferrata. There are many companies offering packages to climb the mountain.

Is it possible to climb Kinabalu without an agency?

Climbing Kinabalu without an agency – It is possible to organize the hike on your own, the most important thing that is usually fully booked ahead of time is the accommodation on the mountain. Do all your own booking the following way: