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TSt3nchi
post Nov 22 2017, 12:08 AM, updated 7y ago

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http://www.mountkinabalu.com/packages/2d1n...-kinabalu-climb

INSANE PRICES!!!
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post Nov 22 2017, 08:56 AM

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I did mine for around RM800+ back in 2014. Basic dorm basic food, with a hiking guide (not tour guide)
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post Nov 22 2017, 09:13 AM

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book it straight from SSL(sutera santuary lodge) = they're the only company that provides accommodation in mt.kinabalu

price
Sabahan = RM350+ = RM150 accommodation + meal, RM200+(cert, insurance, climbing license, guide, etc)
Malaysian = RM750+
international/foreigner = RM1200 and up

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This post has been edited by MR_alien: Nov 22 2017, 09:20 AM
mr.thinkpad
post Nov 22 2017, 04:02 PM

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why lah cost a lot... admin fee or they mark up the lodge price
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post Nov 23 2017, 10:36 AM

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The price exclude the transportation, guide, permit, insurance, entrance etc... another source to refer package price (all in) --> Mount Kinabalu Package Price
christ14
post Nov 26 2017, 08:58 PM

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anyone going soon? i can join if date available
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post Nov 27 2017, 08:06 AM

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QUOTE(christ14 @ Nov 26 2017, 08:58 PM)
anyone going soon? i can join if date available
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mine 9th april 2018
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post Nov 27 2017, 09:01 AM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 27 2017, 08:06 AM)
mine 9th april 2018
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man..thats a close call. hope im not on duty

whats the price package and for 2D1N?
Moiteser
post Nov 27 2017, 09:05 AM

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its getting more n more expensive. I not able to book for early next year, all fully booked till Nov 18
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post Nov 27 2017, 09:09 AM

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RM650 from KL (air ticket) + Hostel at KK + Climb + Poring + Back to KL (air ticket)

worth !
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post Nov 27 2017, 09:09 AM

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QUOTE(christ14 @ Nov 27 2017, 09:01 AM)
man..thats a close call. hope im not on duty

whats the price package and for 2D1N?
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malaysian price = RM750 exclude those fee payable to kinabalu park prior to the climb

QUOTE(Moiteser @ Nov 27 2017, 09:05 AM)
its getting more n more expensive. I not able to book for early next year, all fully booked till Nov 18
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u looking for sabahan rate is it?
or malaysian rate?
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post Nov 27 2017, 10:06 AM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 27 2017, 09:09 AM)
malaysian price  = RM750 exclude those fee payable to kinabalu park prior to the climb
u looking for sabahan rate is it?
or malaysian rate?
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theres someone posting on fb. he didnt get back to me though. but for sabahan rate is alot cheaper considering theres min 3 pax

and for the rest of us its around 500+ but i cant find that post already shared by my friend
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post Nov 27 2017, 10:31 AM

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QUOTE(christ14 @ Nov 27 2017, 10:06 AM)
theres someone posting on fb. he didnt get back to me though. but for sabahan rate is alot cheaper considering theres min 3 pax

and for the rest of us its around 500+ but i cant find that post already shared by my friend
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refer to my posting above, that one is direct from sutera sactuary lodge
sabahan rate is RM150 nett, no minimum pax(i dn't know where u heard that from) and its full for 2018
malaysian price is RM750 nett(refer above)

why sutera sactuary lodge?, because every booking u see on FB or anywhere has to go though them
all the accommodation on laban rata are own by them.... booking with them is direct booking
booking via other party is considered 3rd party

the ones u saw at FB are most prolly scalped by 3rd party for resell
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:12 AM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 27 2017, 10:31 AM)
refer to my posting above, that one is direct from sutera sactuary lodge
sabahan rate is RM150 nett, no minimum pax(i dn't know where u heard that from) and its full for 2018
malaysian price is RM750 nett(refer above)

why sutera sactuary lodge?, because every booking u see on FB or anywhere has to go though them
all the accommodation on laban rata are own by them.... booking with them is direct booking
booking via other party is considered 3rd party

the ones u saw at FB are most prolly scalped by 3rd party for resell
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noted, thanks bro
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:17 AM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 27 2017, 10:31 AM)
refer to my posting above, that one is direct from sutera sactuary lodge
sabahan rate is RM150 nett, no minimum pax(i dn't know where u heard that from) and its full for 2018
malaysian price is RM750 nett(refer above)

why sutera sactuary lodge?, because every booking u see on FB or anywhere has to go though them
all the accommodation on laban rata are own by them.... booking with them is direct booking
booking via other party is considered 3rd party

the ones u saw at FB are most prolly scalped by 3rd party for resell
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Not really all is sutera sanctuary, another budget option is lemaing hut which is owned by Sabah Park.

For budget trip, can opt lemaing hut for laban rata stay and get nearby homestay for ground which is definitely cheaper.
For guide, you can always get one when you register for your climb at the sabah park counter when you at the park.
For permit, is secure once you booked your accommodation at laban rata.

As i aware, 1 day climb is not permitted anymore so to get a accommodation at laban rata is a must. So far for laban rata accommodation, you can either opt for sutera sanctuary or Sabah park.
Sutera sanctuary got multiple choice of rooms and Sabah park only sharing dorm named lemaing hut.

Heard new accommodation is under construction which they may issue more permit for the climb.

Lastly my info is updated as per early this year.
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:23 AM

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QUOTE(Moiteser @ Nov 27 2017, 11:17 AM)
Not really all is sutera sanctuary, another budget option is lemaing hut which is owned by Sabah Park.

For budget trip, can opt lemaing hut for laban rata stay and get nearby homestay for ground which is definitely cheaper.
For guide, you can always get one when you register for your climb at the sabah park counter when you at the park.
For permit, is secure once you booked your accommodation at laban rata.

As i aware, 1 day climb is not permitted anymore so to get a accommodation at laban rata is a must. So far for laban rata accommodation, you can either opt for sutera sanctuary or Sabah park.
Sutera sanctuary got multiple choice of rooms and Sabah park only sharing dorm named lemaing hut.

Heard new accommodation is under construction which they may issue more permit for the climb.

Lastly my info is updated as per early this year.
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funny how lemaing hut is also full already laugh.gif
guide is always available at kinabalu park RM230/guide(can be shared)
permit, cert, insurance, guide all paid at the day of your climb...no problem

day climb is still available but not advisable
have to start really early, arrive before noon at the top thn get back down
will suffer altitude sickness even for the fittest
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:41 AM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 27 2017, 11:23 AM)
funny how lemaing hut is also full already laugh.gif
guide is always available at kinabalu park RM230/guide(can be shared)
permit, cert, insurance, guide all paid at the day of your climb...no problem

day climb is still available but not advisable
have to start really early, arrive before noon at the top thn get back down
will suffer altitude sickness even for the fittest
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Ya, seem nowadays many going for the climb. Last year, i'm still able to secure slot 3 months in advance but now the booking need a year.
I request to logged in waiting list for period Mar-June 2018, but doubt if they really got a waiting list.

BTW, i found renting a car for 4 person in a group seem cheaper option for transportation from town to the park. Well, only valid for those with driving license and still got the energy to drive back after the hike.
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:47 AM

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QUOTE(Moiteser @ Nov 27 2017, 11:41 AM)
Ya, seem nowadays many going for the climb. Last year, i'm still able to secure slot 3 months in advance but now the booking need a year.
I request to logged in waiting list for period Mar-June 2018, but doubt if they really got a waiting list.

BTW, i found renting a car for 4 person in a group seem cheaper option for transportation from town to the park. Well, only valid for those with driving license and still got the energy to drive back after the hike.
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last year already need 1 year booking
last year around march, i plan to hike but all full for both sabahan and malaysian everywhere
this year booking for sabahan starts 16 nov, full within a week(i think mostly scalped, not sold)
malaysian rate i think still got, can ask sutera sactuary lodge

yes, drive is more worthed
the drive isn't that hard...around 1.5 hours only(if no traffic)
or go desa farm enjoy 1st
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post Nov 27 2017, 11:55 AM

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Back to the topic.

My rough estimation cost for the climb:

Homestay at nearby park - RM50
L.B Lemaing Hut - RM260 (include permit and insurance)
Guide - RM46 (sharing in a group of 5)
Transport - RM85 (4days car rental sharing in a group of 5)
Hotel in town - RM200 (2night town stay in 3* hotel twin sharing)

Total Damage - 5d4n RM641/person ( travel in group)

Above based on self organize trip 5d4n, as i always opt for 2 night rest at town after hike and you can always enjoy cheap seafood at Sabah.

 

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