Mount Kinabalu Climb via Timpohon Trail with Private Guide

Everything is very well arranged and organised. Right from picked up till end of hike. The accommodation lodge at Kinabalu park was fantastic. The hike was rather tough though especially the one at 2.30am to the summit. Need to pay addition to the guide and transport back to accommodation as exceeded the stipulated time though.

The Mount Kinabalu trail is primitive yet well-managed and very safe. For the first 7 kilometers, there are rest pavilions and restrooms every kilometer. The final two kilometers truly test your physical strength and endurance. Reaching the summit and gazing out over the surrounding mountains gives you a tremendous sense of accomplishment. Additionally, Timpohon is very experienced and made excellent arrangements. On the second day, we didn't return to the park headquarters until after 6:00 PM, yet they still arranged a complimentary minibus to take us back to the city center.

Wow! What a seamless experience! Borneo Calling did a great job organizing this hike for us. We were pleased with everything including the twp-way transfer to KT City and Mt. Kinabalu. Not to mention our mountain guide, Hafisz. He was amazing! Just a note: Please be a responsible hiker and train for this mountain at least 2 months in advance if you are not a very active person. Include lots of cardio and Stairmaster workouts so that you won't suffer! I saw too many people break their bones or sprain their ankles. And some simply couldn't summit. This mountain requires a lot of stamina and leg strength!

the tour company borneo calling was so organised ! the point of person Mei, gave timely updates and checks to ensure that everything goes smoothly! on the day we arrived at the kinabalu lodges, the check in was smooth, rooms were very clean ! on the day of the hike, we were introduced to our mountain guide: Sofian. He was so nice and encouraging during our hike up and as well on the way down. We can see that safety was the number one priority during the whole hike. the weather was not the best. there was heavy rain on the first day as we hiked up to panalaban and it was told that if the weather remains rainy, the hike to the peak may be cancelled. Luckily however, the rain cleared but it remained cloudy at the top. it was often also explained to look out for signs and symptoms of altitude sickness which was very important. The hike up to Low's peak is tough however worth it. highly recommend! still not an easy hike

It was challenging throughout the 2 days but worthwhile when i managed to reach the summit with the motivation from fellow hikers. Mei from Borneo Calling was the organiser for this climb, she did a fantastic job to ensure everything was sorted right from the start to the end!!!

Climbing the mountain required a lot of physical strength and endurance, but thanks to the trekking friends and guides from various countries who climbed the mountain along with the beautiful scenery, I felt great happiness and reward. I was satisfied with the pick-up, drop-off, meals, and facilities. Unfortunately, the summit was closed due to rain, so I couldn't conquer it, but I didn't feel too bad because I thought I had surpassed my limits. I want to try again next time.

Everything was perfect but the guide was rushing. We go for experience but the guide was like just run to the summit and go back ASAP. I completed the day one trek in 5.5 hours against a cut off time of 7 hours and Summit push within 2.5 hours but whenever I stopped to click pictures, take rest and drink water the guide (Linus) used to say you look unfit for Summit, do you want to go back. I have done many Homalayan treks much difficult than this so listening this from guide was not expected. It’s the responsibility of a guide to motivate the trekkers not to demotivate. I don’t know why he was in so much hurry. Everything else like stay, food, trail etc. was so good but he spoiled my experience so I can’t give 5 star.

Booking for mountain guide and etc can be done on the same morning if you doing it quite last minutes. Overall, great experience and I was lucky to be having a very patience mountain guide to hike with me. The meal provided is very good and well balance. Be sure to pack light and always recommend the sticks, it helps with the knee coming down

Participated in the 3d2n package. The ranch tour on the first day was too monotonous, and the Poring Hot Springs were not appealing, making it feel like a wasted day. It was too boring for hikers. Arranging snorkeling or seeing proboscis monkeys would be more attractive. I was very satisfied with the two days of hiking. The seamless round-trip transportation provided convenience for travelers, and the driver was punctual and friendly. The mountain guide was very patient and able to keep pace with the travelers, making them feel comfortable. The mountain hut and meals were also very good. Overall, I am very satisfied with Borneo Calling's arrangements. However, the Mount Kinabalu hike is by no means easy. In addition to adapting to the high altitude, a certain level of physical fitness is also required, and some sections require the use of both hands and feet. If it rains, the steep granite sections at the summit can be slightly slippery. I hope participants will prepare themselves accordingly, and I also hope that Klook will provide more reminders to travelers about the difficulty of the hike.

Everything was so amazing - signed up to hike by myself and ended with a private guide, Otong. Otong was helpful in navigating the way and I’ve got him to thank to make it all the way to the top! 3D2N includes day trip and a night stay at Poring Hotspring which was so amazing! food was great and I thoroughly enjoyed myself over the last three days.