Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Covering an area of 754 square kilometers, Kinabalu Park is one of Sabah’s most popular tourism destinations and also Southeast Asia’s important ecological sites. Amazingly, visitors can find over 4500 diverse species of plants and animals in this park! The famous Mount Kinabalu is also located here. With the peak at 4095 metres above sea level, it has a reputation of being the highest mountain in Malaysia and in the top 20 list of highest mountains in the world.
The entrance to Kinabalu Park is located close to Kota Kinabalu, being merely an hour away or so by car. Surrounding the park, one can experience multiple fun activities in nature such as mountain biking, taking farm tours, birdwatching and extreme expeditions. There are two hiking trails to the summit of Mount Kinabalu where experienced hikers can get breathtaking views of the Borneo forest and also views above the clouds at the top!
Kinabalu Park is well maintained and monitored by professional rangers to ensure that visitors get the best experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. From hostel-type accommodations to luxury chalets, you can find anything that suits your budget to stay inside or outside the park’s area. With an abundance of places to see and nature to explore in Kinabalu Park, you’re destined for a good time here. Just remember to bring a jacket suitable for the cold climate.
The entrance to Kinabalu Park is located close to Kota Kinabalu, being merely an hour away or so by car. Surrounding the park, one can experience multiple fun activities in nature such as mountain biking, taking farm tours, birdwatching and extreme expeditions. There are two hiking trails to the summit of Mount Kinabalu where experienced hikers can get breathtaking views of the Borneo forest and also views above the clouds at the top!
Kinabalu Park is well maintained and monitored by professional rangers to ensure that visitors get the best experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. From hostel-type accommodations to luxury chalets, you can find anything that suits your budget to stay inside or outside the park’s area. With an abundance of places to see and nature to explore in Kinabalu Park, you’re destined for a good time here. Just remember to bring a jacket suitable for the cold climate.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Most visitors come here to climb the peak of Mount Kinabalu. Other than that, it’s also worth spending some time here to explore the attractions located at the base of the mountain. Climb up Pondok Timpohon to get an elevated view of the valley or visit Kinabalu Earthquake Monument to witness the natural beauty of the waterfall located in the park’s grounds. Aside from that, you can also take a relaxing hot soak in nearby Poring Hot Springs.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
Kinabalu Park gives you the opportunity to show off your photography skills with majestic views of Mount Kinabalu as well as promising views of the sunrise and sunset. Various plant species are also found here and you can spend almost an entire day just on your camera for pictures to bring back home. Another gift to bring back would be Sabah tea or Tenom coffee as they are local produces from the state.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
It’s easy to reach the Kinabalu Park Entrance from Kota Kinabalu. Buses leave every morning from the Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal in Inanam. The journey takes 1-2 hours and costs RM 10 - RM 15. If you’re used to left-hand side driving, you could also get a car from hire in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Rates are negotiable so check out which company can give you the best offer. Car rentals is usually best for a trip of 4 pax and above.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Entrance fees to the park are at RM 1 and RM 3 for Malaysians while non-Malaysians pay RM 10 and RM 15 for children and adults respectively.
- To climb Mount Kinabalu, there is a separate charge of RM 120 and RM 7 for insurance in addition to the park entrance fees.
- If you’re taking the bus from Kota Kinabalu to the park entrance, board the buses that leave before 8am to catch some clear views of Mount Kinabalu out the left hand side of the bus.
- Only 195 climbers are permitted in a day to climb Mount Kinabalu so make your bookings in advance.
- It is best to spend a day or two in Kinabalu Park by choosing any of the accommodations. Getting a full tour package complete with accommodation, guide and other facilities could be relatively cheaper than making self-arrangements for the trip.
Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Mount Kinabalu and ecological wonders for you to explore.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Mount Kinabalu and ecological wonders for you to explore.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Covering an area of 754 square kilometers, Kinabalu Park is one of Sabah’s most popular tourism destinations and also Southeast Asia’s important ecological sites. Amazingly, visitors can find over 4500 diverse species of plants and animals in this park! The famous Mount Kinabalu is also located here. With the peak at 4095 metres above sea level, it has a reputation of being the highest mountain in Malaysia and in the top 20 list of highest mountains in the world.
The entrance to Kinabalu Park is located close to Kota Kinabalu, being merely an hour away or so by car. Surrounding the park, one can experience multiple fun activities in nature such as mountain biking, taking farm tours, birdwatching and extreme expeditions. There are two hiking trails to the summit of Mount Kinabalu where experienced hikers can get breathtaking views of the Borneo forest and also views above the clouds at the top!
Kinabalu Park is well maintained and monitored by professional rangers to ensure that visitors get the best experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. From hostel-type accommodations to luxury chalets, you can find anything that suits your budget to stay inside or outside the park’s area. With an abundance of places to see and nature to explore in Kinabalu Park, you’re destined for a good time here. Just remember to bring a jacket suitable for the cold climate.
The entrance to Kinabalu Park is located close to Kota Kinabalu, being merely an hour away or so by car. Surrounding the park, one can experience multiple fun activities in nature such as mountain biking, taking farm tours, birdwatching and extreme expeditions. There are two hiking trails to the summit of Mount Kinabalu where experienced hikers can get breathtaking views of the Borneo forest and also views above the clouds at the top!
Kinabalu Park is well maintained and monitored by professional rangers to ensure that visitors get the best experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. From hostel-type accommodations to luxury chalets, you can find anything that suits your budget to stay inside or outside the park’s area. With an abundance of places to see and nature to explore in Kinabalu Park, you’re destined for a good time here. Just remember to bring a jacket suitable for the cold climate.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Most visitors come here to climb the peak of Mount Kinabalu. Other than that, it’s also worth spending some time here to explore the attractions located at the base of the mountain. Climb up Pondok Timpohon to get an elevated view of the valley or visit Kinabalu Earthquake Monument to witness the natural beauty of the waterfall located in the park’s grounds. Aside from that, you can also take a relaxing hot soak in nearby Poring Hot Springs.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
Kinabalu Park gives you the opportunity to show off your photography skills with majestic views of Mount Kinabalu as well as promising views of the sunrise and sunset. Various plant species are also found here and you can spend almost an entire day just on your camera for pictures to bring back home. Another gift to bring back would be Sabah tea or Tenom coffee as they are local produces from the state.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
It’s easy to reach the Kinabalu Park Entrance from Kota Kinabalu. Buses leave every morning from the Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal in Inanam. The journey takes 1-2 hours and costs RM 10 - RM 15. If you’re used to left-hand side driving, you could also get a car from hire in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Rates are negotiable so check out which company can give you the best offer. Car rentals is usually best for a trip of 4 pax and above.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Entrance fees to the park are at RM 1 and RM 3 for Malaysians while non-Malaysians pay RM 10 and RM 15 for children and adults respectively.
- To climb Mount Kinabalu, there is a separate charge of RM 120 and RM 7 for insurance in addition to the park entrance fees.
- If you’re taking the bus from Kota Kinabalu to the park entrance, board the buses that leave before 8am to catch some clear views of Mount Kinabalu out the left hand side of the bus.
- Only 195 climbers are permitted in a day to climb Mount Kinabalu so make your bookings in advance.
- It is best to spend a day or two in Kinabalu Park by choosing any of the accommodations. Getting a full tour package complete with accommodation, guide and other facilities could be relatively cheaper than making self-arrangements for the trip.
