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I did my KK trip last year in the month of June. Its best to proceed to the base of Mt KK one day in advance. So if you want to start your trek on tuesday, better arrive at the base of Mt KK on monday evening. There are plenty of hotels available around that area. Alternatively, you may stay in KK town and start for the registration office on tuesday, early morning, but that may be a bit tiresome. Minibuses are available in KK town that can take you to the registration office at the base of Mt KK. You need to book them in advance. We went a day earlier and stayed in Rose cabin (near the base of Mt KK).
On tuesday morning, proceed to the registration office. Try to be there early morning-arounf 08:00 a.m. It takes more than 30 minutes for the registration process. You will find that there are numerous trekkers waiting for registration. You will find numerous porters and guides near the registration office. Their rates are generally fixed. It is very important for you to book the guest house at Laban Rata at least 4-6 months in advance. Otherwise, dont plan, unless you are physically fit to go up the mountain and come back on the same day (some people do that, but I won't advice). Dont worry for the food and drinks. Carry just what you want on the first day. The guest house at Laban Rata has a shop which sells everything (food, drinks, winter clothings etc) that a trekker needs. They may be slightly expensive, but still cheap, I'll say. All along the trek, natural stream water/spring water is available and is clean.
Enjoy your trek
BK
Written Mar 17, 2008
Address: Mount Kota Kinabalu-Kinabalu Park-State of Sabah
There are 2 places where you can go for rafting. one is in kiulu, suitable for beginner and the one one is in sg.padas, this is for those who are confortable with stage 2-4. it can get rough when it rains the night before and there is where the fun is. wear a comfortable cloths like T-shirt and bermuda as the journey is quite long. it's a whole day trip and you will probably only reach kk around 8pm at nite.it's a road and train trip. so be prepared.
Equipment: none..all will be prepared
Written Sep 18, 2007
Address: sg.padas
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This is only included as a sport if you can actually ride a horse I found! I'm useless in control of an animal and my horse refused to move for most of our trek!
I love being on horseback and one day I promise to learn to ride - Watch out Zara Phillips!
We took a lovely trek across the beach at the Rasa Ria at sunset. It cost very little and we found it really very soothing.
Updated Feb 23, 2006
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hi! this is my 3rd times climbing the Mount Kinabalu on 31 May 2005. why it is special to me? Because i'm not purposely want to climb up the summit this time! (i didn't train myself well so better don't take the risk!=) ) of course my certificate is Grey colour. those who has reach the summit will get a beautiful and colourful certificate!
Equipment: 500ml mineral water bottle, rain & wind coat, all cloth pack into plastic bag
Updated Dec 30, 2005
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This is terrible....
I'm advising everyone who goes to Sabah to climb Mount Kinabalu precisely because Jonathan and I didn't get to it! And I've been regretting it since!!
So, please if you get the chance to go and do this - THEN GO AND DO IT! I wish I had!
This is the nearest we got - the route map at the bottom :(
Written Nov 28, 2005
Address: Mount Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
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Swimming and snorkelling anyone? If you are keen in these activities while visiting Koata Kinabalu, make a trip down to the nearby Tengku Abdul Rahman National Marine Park. Visit any of the islands and enjoy swimming, sunbathing, parasailing, and oter beach activities there.
Equipment: Swimming gear.
Snorkelling mask, snorkel and fins (can be rented.)
Written Apr 25, 2004
Address: Tengku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, Kota Kinabalu
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The Mount Kinabalu is the higest mountain in South East Asia and just by climbing it and reaching the higest peak (Low's Peak) will give you a great sense of satisfaction. The scenery along the way as well as at the Summit is definitely worth a while.
Note : You need a bit of fitness to conquer Mount Kinabalu.
Equipment: Hiking / Climbing Gear
Written Apr 25, 2004
Address: Mount Kinabalu, Sabah
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You can do parasailing at most of the reputable beach resort & some island beaches at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.
The charges will be RM80 per person, up to 2 persons to glide at the same time. Approximately 15 minutes in the air.
Updated Apr 25, 2004
There are numerous diving centres in Sempurna / Mabul Island.
Written May 8, 2006
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Anyone with considerable fit will attempt Mt Kinabalu at least once.
You can notice that almost everyone writing Kota Kinabalu or Kinabalu National Park in VT will include mountain climbing.
Updated Apr 24, 2004
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