Kota Kinabalu Trip Overview
Mount Trusmadi is a great alternative to Mount Kinabalu. The climb is even tougher and more challenging than Mount Kinabalu. Imagine a hike surrounded with pristine jungle and nature, cool mountain air and away from the crowds, that feels like you have a private camp all to yourself. Mount Trusmadi is strenuous, so do expect to get really mud dirty during the rainy season.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Mount Trusmadi is a great alternative to Mount Kinabalu. The climb is even tougher and more challenging than Mount Kinabalu. Imagine a hike surrounded with pristine jungle and nature, cool mountain air and away from the crowds, that feels like you have a private camp all to yourself. Mount Trusmadi is strenuous, so do expect to get really mud dirty during the rainy season.
Itinerary
Day 1: KOTA KINABALU – SINUA VILLAGE
Stop At: Mt. Trusmadi Apin-apin, Jalan Apin-Apin, Keningau 89007 Malaysia
Get picked up by our from your hotel at 12:00 PM and head for Keningau towards Sinua Village located at the base of Mount Trusmadi. Expected time arrival at Sinua Camp 1 around 4 pm, settle in your camp and rest for the evening. Basic amenities are provided with hammocks, for those looking for new adventure.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Hammocks & Tents
Day 2: SINUA VILLAGE – CAMP 2
Stop At: Mount Trusmadi, Keningau Malaysia
Following breakfast, embark on for a 4 to 5 hours of trekking covering about 8 km slowly trek up towards Camp 2, passing by beautiful forest that with rich biodiversity of plants and vegetation. Enjoy lunch upon arriving Camp 2, Later opt for some short walks around the campsite for possible bird watching or if you are lucky some curious frogs and insects lurking around.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in tents & hammocks
Day 3: CAMP 2 – TRUSMADI SUMMIT – CAMP 1 – KOTA KINABALU
Stop At: Mt. Trusmadi Apin-apin, Jalan Apin-Apin, Keningau 89007 Malaysia
Wakes up at 1.30 am to head for the summit of Trusmadi. The summit trail is steeper, and your head torch would come in handy, as along the summit route there are ropes to pull on to for the steep and slippery trail. You will be covering a distance of 4 km. Notice the changes of forest vegetation with 1,000 meters elevation gain, from the lowland vegetation the surrounding now are tropical moist forest. Beautiful pitcher plants such as the Nepenthes Lowii and Nepenthes Villosa can be seen along the trail. From Trusmadi summit enjoy a breathtaking view of the Mount Kinabalu and the city view below, if weather permits!
Soon make your way back to Camp 2. Enjoying unique plants along the way, and descend back to Sinua Village, Camp 1 and get transferred back to Kota Kinabalu.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
