What makes Kinabalu special?

What makes Kinabalu special?

Towering at 4,095 metres (13,435 feet), Mount Kinabalu exerts a magical quality that is both indescribable and unbelievable. The granite peaks are constantly veiled in wisps of clouds and at times during a clear day, the summit reveals a distinct glacier carved pinnacles, rising from the smooth granite dome.

How would you describe Mount Kinabalu?

Mount Kinabalu (Malay: Gunung Kinabalu, Dusun: Gayo Ngaran or Nulu Nabalu) is the highest mountain in Borneo and Malaysia. With an elevation of 13,435 feet (4,095 m), it is third-highest peak of an island on Earth, and 20th most prominent mountain in the world by topographic prominence.

Can you climb Mount Kinabalu without training?

At 4101m above sea level Mount Kinabalu is the tallest mountain in Borneo and one of the highest in South East Asia. Low’s Peak is the highest point and can be climbed without any special gear or training. It is a steep hike that involves the use of some guide ropes scrambling up and down the steepest parts.

Why Mount Kinabalu is the best place to be visited in Borneo?

It is the highest mountain in Southeast Asia as well as the entire area between the Himalayas and New Guinea. Home to the world’s highest and Asia’s first Via Ferrata at 3,200m to 3,800m above sea level, Mount Kinabalu is the perfect destination for adrenalin junkies.

Can you climb Mount Kinabalu in a day?

MOUNT KINABALU IS OPEN AND WELCOMES YOU. One Day Mount Kinabalu Climb permits are currently NOT Available. There are two summit trails – Ranau Trail and Kota Belud Trail. These trail routes are from Panalaban area to the Summit.

Why do people climb Mount Kinabalu?

2. Mount Kinabalu Has The Most Epic Sunrise View. Calling for all the urbanites who wants to be rewarded with an amazing sunrise view, Mount Kinabalu has got what you want! No climb to the mountain is complete without a view of the sunrise.