Adventure Vacation Article/Travelogue

Top 20 Tips for the "Mount Kinabalu Climb"

For a truly memorable adventure vacation in Borneo, you must make sure that you attempt to conquer Mount Kinabalu, which is relatively a safe mountain to climb.



While climbing the mountain doesn't require any specialised mountaineering skills, and there is a mountain guide to accompany you (a prerequisite), it is useful to be reminded when one is traveling on unfamiliar grounds, and it pays to stay focused on the climb.

Some useful tips for a successful climb and a satisfied adventure vacation include:

1. Wear and bring adequate clothing

2. Always climb in a group and stay close to the group

3. Focus on what you do, (i.e., don't get distracted)
4. Always use the well-trodden path

5. Never get reckless or try to be a show-off

6. If possible, climb during dry season

7. If unavoidable, be extra careful with your steps during the wet spell

8. Stay where you are if you are lost

9. Leave a trail in case you have to walk away from the path where you got lost

10. Bring along a whistle just to be extra safe

11. Always stay close to your mountain guide

12. Wrap up your dry clothings with plastic bags in your napsack

13. Bring lots of chocolates and candies

14. No red meat or heavy meal before climbing

15. Noodles and eggs are recommended before the more challenging second ascent from Laban Rata

16. Never sit or lay down on high altitute (just stand still)

17. Never forget to bring along a torchlight and sufficient water (but not too much/heavy)

18. Cover your nose (and mouth) with a scarf in windy condition on high ground

19. Make extra sure your feet and hands are warm and dry during the final ascent

20. When descending, try to walk sideway if you are feeling the pinch




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