Day 1 Kota Kinabalu/ Kinabalu Park HQ/ Resort Begin with a pick-up from your hotel or Kota Kinabalu International Airport for a 2-hour drive to Kinabalu Park Headquarters, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Kinabalu Geopark. Along the way, pass through local villages and enjoy stunning views of the Crocker Range valleys. Stop at Nabalu, a popular spot for fresh produce, tropical fruits, vegetables, and handmade souvenirs. Check into your accommodation at Kinabalu Park. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the cool mountain climate and serene surroundings. End the day with dinner at Liwagu Restaurant and an overnight stay at the lodge. Dinner Kinabalu Park Private Room based on ROH (Run Of House)
Day 2 Park HQ/ Timpohon Gate/ Ascend Mount Kinabalu/ Panalaban Base Camp Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the Liwagu Restaurant, then collect your packed lunch for the climb ahead. Head to the Park HQ to register for the climb. Our guide will handle the paperwork, assign your mountain guide, and get your ID tag ready. Remember to wear your tag at all times. Take a short transfer to Timpohon Gate, where your exciting journey to the summit of Borneo’s highest mountain begins. The climb will take around 4-5 hours, leading you through different vegetation zones—from lush Oak and Chestnut forests to magical mossy landscapes and stunning alpine terrain. Arrive at Panalaban Base Camp (3,272m) and settle into your cosy accommodation. Wrap up the day with a buffet dinner at Laban Rata Restaurant and get a good night’s rest for tomorrow’s early morning climb. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Panalaban Assorted Huts
Day 3 Low's Peak/ Descend Mount Kinabalu/ Kota Kinabalu 02:00 Hrs: Begin your day early with a light supper before departing for the final leg of your climb to the summit of Mount Kinabalu. The trek to Low’s Peak at 4,095 meters will challenge your fitness and determination. If the weather permits, you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise over the majestic mountain. 07:00 Hrs: After reaching the summit, descend back to Panalaban Base Camp for a well-deserved late breakfast and check out. Continue your descent to Timpohon Gate, where a transfer will take you back to Kinabalu Park Headquarters (arrival between 13:00 - 15:00 Hrs). Celebrate your achievement with a Certificate of Achievement and a buffet lunch at Liwagu Restaurant. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu City (approximately 2-hour drive) and check into your accommodation. Feel free to spend the evening at your leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Supper / Breakfast / Lunch Kota Kinabalu Hotel
Day 4 Depart from Kota Kinabalu Good morning! Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation before spending the morning at your leisure, exploring nearby attractions or shopping for souvenirs. Check out of your accommodation and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your 4D3N adventure. Breakfast End