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Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu

The natural splendour of Borneo’s Eastern Sabah region and towering peaks of Mt Kinabalu, all on one adventure? Where do I sign up?” Right here, friend. This incredible 11-day tour delivers ample time in Malaysia’s jungle playground (including a life-changing encounter with orangutans at a rehabilitation facility) before three days in the shadow of mighty Mt Kinabalu – the tallest peak in this part of the world – climaxing with a sunrise hike to the mountain’s peak. Prepare to be amazed.

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11 DaysKota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: AAEK
From $1784.3 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 4 - Demanding

Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu - Itinerary

Trip Start: Kota KinabaluTrip End: Kota Kinabalu

DAY 1

Kota Kinabalu

Arrive at any time.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre:
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu - Itinerary

Trip Start: Kota KinabaluTrip End: Kota Kinabalu
DAY 1
Kota Kinabalu

DAY 1

Kota Kinabalu

Arrive at any time.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre:
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

DAY 2
Kota Kinabalu to Kota Belud
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DAY 3
Kota Belud to Sungai Kinabatangan
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DAY 4
Sungai Kinabatangan
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DAY 5
Sungai Kinabatangan/Sepilok
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DAY 6
Sepilok/Pulau Libaran
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DAY 7
Pulau Libaran/Kota Kinabalu
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DAY 8
Kota Kinabalu/Mount Kinabalu
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DAY 9
Mount Kinabalu
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DAY 10
Mount Kinabalu/Kota Kinabalu
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DAY 11
Kota Kinabalu
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: D'Danau Homestay, Kota Belud
  • Your G for Good Moment: Libaran Island Village Walk, Pulau Libaran
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Local Farms and Cooking Demonstration, Tambatuon Village
  • Morning and evening Kinabatangan River safaris
  • Guided oxbow lake visit and wildlife spotting (Kinabatangan)
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre visit
  • Turtle Island stay with turtle hatchery visit
  • Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Visit
  • Mt Kinabalu hike (2 days)
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (3 nts), homestay (1 nt, multi-share), jungle lodge (3 nts, twin-share), permanent tented camp (1 nt, twin-share), hostel (1 nt, twin-share), hostel (1 nt, multi-share)
Meals
  • 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, plane, ferry, walking.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu Departure Dates

All Years

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Sun, Mar 15 2026Wed, Mar 25 2026Sold Out $1,911.75 USD
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Sun, Mar 29 2026Wed, Apr 08 2026Sold Out $1,911.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Apr 05 2026Wed, Apr 15 2026Sold Out $2,009.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Apr 19 2026Wed, Apr 29 2026Open (6)$2,009.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Apr 26 2026Wed, May 06 2026Open (9)$2,009.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: D'Danau Homestay, Kota Belud
Your G for Good Moment: Libaran Island Village Walk, Pulau Libaran
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Local Farms and Cooking Demonstration, Tambatuon Village. Morning and evening Kinabatangan River safaris. Guided oxbow lake visit and wildlife spotting (Kinabatangan). Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre visit. Turtle Island stay with turtle hatchery visit. Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Visit. Mt Kinabalu hike (2 days). Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Gather local ingredients and take a cooking demonstration, Enjoy a river safari, Visit an orangutan rehabilitation centre, Watch the sunrise from the summit of Mt Kinabalu, Spot wildlife in an oxbow lake

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

ACCOMMODATION
It should be stressed that the nature of the accommodation when compared with other areas of Southeast Asia, is sometimes of a lower standard than normally provided on G Adventures trips. This is often due to the location and type of activities involved (ie high on a mountain and in remote jungle areas). Accommodation is always clean and usually makes up in character and location, what it might not provide in glamour and additional services.

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

RAMADAN
According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between Feb 28th - Mar 29th 2025, and Feb 17th - Mar 19th 2026. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who can't at that time.

COMBO TRIP
Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

TRAVEL WARNINGS TO EASTERN SABAH
Various nationalities have a travel warning for Eastern Sabah. Please visit your government website and check with your insurance that any warnings will not affect your insurance coverage, as travel insurance that covers the entire itinerary is mandatory on our tours. The safety of our travellers is our number one priority at G Adventures. We will continuously monitor the region and will continue to run itineraries to areas that we believe to be safe. Below are some shortcuts:

Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade - https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
US Department of State - https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/
UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - https://smartraveller.gov.au/
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade - https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/

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