Kinabalu Park

This flora and fauna botanical paradise covers an area of 754 square kilometers. The biggest attraction in Kinabalu Park would be the Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden and one of the world’s most prominent mountains, Mount Kinabalu, which peaks at 12, 455 feet above sea level. Kinabalu Park is open daily from 7am to 5pm.

Activities & Tariffs

No.	Program	Charges per person		Day / Time
		Malaysian	Non-Malaysian
1	Mt. Kinabalu Botanical Garden	RM 4.00	RM 5.00	Daily 9am/12am/3pm
2	Guided Walk	RM 3.00	RM 3.00	Daily 11:00am
3	Multi-Vision Show	RM 2.00	RM 2.00	Daily at 2:00pm Weekend/Public holiday 7:30am
4	Kinabalu Natural History Gallery	RM 2.00	RM 3.00	Daily 9:00am to 3:00pm
5	Package 1-3	RM 6.00	RM 8.00	As stated above

Location	Particulars	Tariff
Kinabalu Park	Conservation fee (per person) §  Adult §  Below 18 years	Malaysian		Non-Malaysian
		RM 3.00 RM 1.00		RM 15.00 RM 10.00
	Rafflesia Conference Room (per day)	RM 250.00
	Multi-purpose hall (per hour)	RM 50.00
	Visit Certificate to Word Heritage Site	RM 5.00
MountainClimbing	Permit Fee §  Adult (per person) §  Below 18 years      (per person)	Malaysian		Non-Malaysian
		RM 30.00 RM 12.00		RM 100.00 RM   40.00
	Insurance (per person) §  Death Per Accident only       RM 50,000 §  Permanent Disablement As A Result Of An Accident       RM 50,000	RM 7.00
	Certificate §  1st Class  (color) §  2nd Class (black&white)	RM 10.00 RM   1.00
	Trail Fee Between Timpohon Gate and Mesilau Gate (per person) Adult Below 18 years	Malaysian	Non-Malaysian
		RM 5.00 RM 2.00	RM 10.00 RM   5.00

 Guide Fee (Effective of September 1, 2008)

DESTINATION	NUMBER OF CLIMBER	FEE PER DAY (RM)
1. Timpohon-Summit-Timpohon	1-3 4-6	42.50 50.00
2. Timpohon-Summit-Mesilau /     Mesilau-Summit-Timpohon	1-3 4-6	47.50 57.50
3. Mesilau-Summit-Mesilau	1-3 4-6	47.50 60.00
4. Mesilau-King George Peak     (Kotal’s Route)	1-3 (1 guide) 4-6 (2 guide) 7-8 (3 guide)	100.00 (per guide/per day)
5. Others Peaks Mt. Kinabalu     (Western Plateau) St. John Peak South Peak Oyayubi Iwu Peak St. Andrew St. Alexandra Victoria Peak Gurkha Hut Ugly Sister Donkey Ears Tunku Abdul Rahman Lone Tree Easy Valley		25.00 15.00 20.00 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 45.00 35.00
6. Mt. Tambuyukon (Sub Station     Monggis) i.                     Sub Station-Tambuyukon- Sub Station ii.                   Air Terjun Kikulat               ( Optional)	1-3 -	70.00 40.00
7. Mt. Nambuyukong (Sub Station     Serinsim, Kota Marudu) i.                     Sub Station -Nambuyukong- Sub Station ii.                   Sub Station -Air Terjun Misumpak- Sub Station iii.                  Sub Station -Makam Si Gunting- Sub Station iv.                 Sub Station -Batu Lebah- Sub Station	1-8 1-8 - 1-8	60.00 60.00 20.00 20.00

* FOR MT.KINABALU (Item 1-3), ONE MOUNTAIN GUIDE IS ALLOWED TO TAKE  A MAXIMUM OF SIX (6) CLIMBERS

Porter Fee (Effective September 1, 2008)

DESTINATION	WEIGHT	FEE PER DAY (RM)
1. Timpohon-Laban Rata-Timpohon	10kg	40.00
2. Timpohon-Sayat-Sayat-Timpohon	10kg	47.00
3. Timpohon-Summit-Timpohon	10kg	51.00
4. Mesilau-Laban Rata-Timpohon	10kg	45.00
5. Mesilau-Sayat-Sayat-Timpohon	10kg	50.00
6. Mesilau-Summit-Timpohon	10kg	57.00
7. Mesilau-Laban Rata-Mesilau	10kg	51.00
8. Mesilau-Sayat-Sayat-Mesilau	10kg	57.00
9. Mesilau-Summit-Mesilau	10kg	62.00
10. Timpohon Gate-Eastern Ridge	1kg	22.00
11. Timpohon Gate-Lone Tree	1kg	17.00
12. Timpohon Gate-Easy Valley	1kg	16.00
13. Timpohon Gate-Gurkha Hut	1kg	13.00
14. Kotal’s Route	10kg	72.00
15. Sub Station -Nambuyukong- Sub Station	10kg	37.00
16. Sub Station -Air Terjun Misumpak-Gua Kelawar-       Sub Station	10kg	37.00
17. Sub Station -Batu Penyangat- Sub Station	10kg	37.00
18. Sub Station -Tambuyukon- Sub Station       (Monggis)                         (Monggis)	10kg	43.00

*Maximum weight is 10 Kgs and additional weight will be charged base on daily rate Per Kg. (Referring to item 1-9 & 14-18)

Essentials

A good vacation is never without some must-have essentials. As Kinabalu Park is located in a hilly area, it is best to pack up warm clothing and gloves to ward off the cold. Also, don’t forget to bring a highly water resistant knapsack and a raincoat in case it rains.

The rough terrains of Mount Kinabalu require its ambitious to-be conquerors to have comfortable walking/ tracking shoes with them. Last but not least, be well prepared with energy snacks e.g. chocolate, nuts, glucose sweets and a water bottle for fuel and hydration. As a safety recommendation, bring along a torch light in case one gets lost at night.

Mesilau

Mesilau derived its moniker from the small stream of yellow waterfall which the locals there claimed to have been originally yellow in colour (silou is Dusun for yellow).

Located 2, 000 meters east of Kinabalu Park; it is home to amazing nature growing pitcher plants such as Nephenthes rajah. Mesilau Nature Park is situated just further up from Kundasang Dairy Farm and Kinabalu Golf Resort.

Mesilau is practically the highest point accessible to automobiles; it is surrounded by hills and is very close to the foot of Mount Kinabalu. The chilly climate engulfing Mesilau results in sparse population of trees, verdant ferns, as well as other medium-height vegetations.

The Mesilau Nature Park also serves as the entry point to the Mesilau Trail—an alternative to the Summit Trail (which starts from the Kinabalu Park headquarter) to conquer Mount Kinabalu—caution: only the fit and sturdy need to apply.

Take a refreshing stroll along the misty routes of Mesilau Nature Park, and later warm yourself up with a nice hot cup of freshly brewed Sabah tea. A truly Sabahan vacation at its best!

Mesilau Nature Park is open daily from 9am to 4pm.

Getting there

Mesilau is situated some 100 kilometers (2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours away) from Kota Kinabalu by road.

Tariffs

Charges fees are listed as follows:

Entrance Fee	Malaysian	Others
Adults Below 18yrs	RM3.00 RM1.00	RM15.00 RM10.00
Guided Nature Walk	RM5.00	RM10.00

The Mesilau Nature Resort is a fabulous place for a guided nature walks. To enjoy your visit here to the fullest, visitors are strongly recommended to bring along comfortable walking/tracking shoes, sun lotion and raincoats just in case it rains. Nature will have its share of creepy crawlies; therefore, insect repellent is essential.

Kundasang War Memorial

A must-visit in Kundasang is the Kundasang War Memorial. Established in 1962, this was one of the first memorials to commemorate the brave Australian and British Prisoners of War who died in Sandakan and during the infamous death marches to Ranau during World War II. The memorial also remembers the people of North Borneo who risked their lives to help the POWs.

The Memorial is made up of four beautiful gardens - the Australian Garden, the English Garden, the Borneo Garden and the Contemplation Garden and Pool - to represent the different nationalities. With its towering pine trees and blooming roses, a walk in the gardens is reminiscent to that of a stroll in a quaint English garden. The scent of roses lingers in the air and the serene atmosphere makes the Kundasang War Memorial an ideal place to contemplate and remember the heroes of the war. Visitors can also opt to view a brief video on the history of the Sandakan Death March.

Getting There
Kundasang is located 90km, about 2 hrs driving from Kota Kinabalu and only 10 minutes driving from Kinabalu Park. Take a bus from the Jalan Padang Bus Terminal to Kundasang or Ranau for approximately RM17.00 per person. A taxi from the Ranau Taxi Stand (located beside the Merdeka Field) or from your hotel should cost around RM160.00 to RM300.00 per taxi.

Opening hours
Open daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm

Maintenance fee
MyKad holders: RM2.00
Others: RM10.00

Mount Kinabalu Golf Club

Tee off in dramatic style with Mount Kinabalu as your backdrop with the cool crisp air greeting you right here at the Mount Kinabalu Golf Club. Situated on the Pinosuk Plateau at 1,500 meters above sea level in Kundasang, Mt. Kinabalu Golf Club is the highest golf layout in Sabah. Designed by Robert Muir Graves, the golf course boasts a breathtaking landscape made up of sprawling farmlands and rolling hills.

Many golfers agree that this 18-hole course is both physically and mentally challenging with its ever-present winds, steep slopes and surrounding mists. With occasional thick fogs, some even say it feels like you're playing in the clouds! One of its notable holes is the 14th, par 3, 142 meters, which features a gushing river at the bottom of a deep ravine. It is a true test of skill once you get here: you will need an accurate shot from the elevated tee across the Mesilau East River to land on the green perched on the edge of a cliff.

Facilities include a clubhouse, golfers' lounge, practice putting and chipping green, golf shop, rental of buggy, golf shoes and golf sets, and caddy service.

Getting There
By TaxiFrom Kota Kinabalu, take a taxi from the taxi stand next to Padang Merdeka (Merdeka Field) or your hotel lobby. Fares will cost approximately RM160-300 per taxi.

By Bus
You can also take a bus for RM15 per person. Busses depart from City's North Bus Terminal to Kinabalu Park. From here, you will need to arrange transport to get to the Golf Club (refer to Kinabalu Park's reception area for assistance).

Rent-A-Car
Renting a car will cost around RM180 and above depands on type of car. The journey will take around 2 hours.

Fees
Green fees: RM60.00 + 5% Govt. tax (Visitor walk-ins weekdays)
Weekend/Public Holidays : RM100.00 + 5 % Govt. tax

Malaysian Clubs
Walk-ins Weekdays: RM50.00 + 5%
Weekends: RM80.00 + 5%

Mountain Torq Via Ferrata

The name via ferrata, or via ferrate (plural) originates from an Italian word ‘Via Attrezzata’ (fully equipped road), which means routes that are secured by handrails, ladders, cables or lifelines.

Mountain Torq’s activities are run by Moutain Torq Sdn Bhd which is based in Sabah, Malaysia. Launched in mid-December 2007, The Mountain Torq Via Ferrata is a mountain ‘trail’ made up of iron rungs, palettes (footholds), cables and rails that are wrapped around the North Face of Mount Kinabalu.

Mountain Torq Via Ferrata starts at Mount Kinabalu Panar Laban Rock Face (approximately 3,300 meters) and reaches its highest point at 3,800 meters.

Thrill seekers adrenaline junkies will get their sufficient fix from the available packages at the via ferrata, namely: Walk the Torq, The Low’s Peak Circuit, The Preamble, The Balancing Act, The High Path, and Conquer the Torq.

Other activities available are intro to sports climbing (single pitch), intro to sports climbing (multi pitch), sports climbing level 1, sports climbing level 2, intro to rappelling (abseiling), rappelling (abseiling) level 1, and intro to rope ascending.

Accommodations are available at the Pendant Hut—3,270 meters above sea level, which can accommodate at least 30 people at one time, with a dormitory-bunk bed type.

The Sayat-Sayat—3,668 meters above sea level, which accommodates 10 people at a time, with a dormitory-bunk bed type.

Getting There & TariffsThe Mountain Torq Via Ferrata is 88 kilometers away from Kota Kinabalu, or 1 hour and 30 minutes away by road transportation.

By bus, visitors can take a bus headed to Kundasang or Ranau at the City Bus Terminal (North). Buses from Kota Kinabalu to Ranau are available from 7.30a.m to 5p.m; bus fare is RM15 per person.

To return to Kota Kinabalu, take a bus across road outside Kinabalu Park (reconfirm with Kinabalu Park reception counter) headed to Kota Kinabalu.

By taxi, visitors can take the Ranau taxi at the Ranau taxi stand (next to the Merdeka Field) or request from the hotel lobby. From Ranau Taxi station, taxi fare charged is RM160 per taxi; while from hotel lobby, taxi fare charged is RM300 per taxi.

For a return trip to Kota Kinabalu, take a bus from Poring Hot Springs to Ranau town. From Ranau town, find a taxi back to Kota Kinabalu.

Visitors can also rent a car and drive by themselves. Cars can be rented either directly from car rental companies.Please refer to car rental list for more information.