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Kokol Hill Camping Tour

Package

RM 435 up

Summary

Meeting point

Hotel pick up

Starting time

13:00

Duration

2D1N

Ending place

Hotel drop off

Difficulty

Advanced

Languages

English
Mandarin
Malay

- Physical health and able

Requirement

What to expect

📍 Kokol Hill – Camping with Sunrise, Sea of Clouds, and City Night Views over Mount Kinabalu Kokol Hill is about a 45‑minute drive from Kota Kinabalu city centre, at an elevation of approximately 800 metres. It is one of the few campsites in Sabah where you can simultaneously enjoy views of Mount Kinabalu, sunrise, a sea of clouds, the Milky Way, the South China Sea, and the night panorama of Kota Kinabalu city. During the day, the weather is pleasantly cool; at night, the city lights twinkle below your feet – this is the ultimate spot for atmosphere. From the car park, it takes about 5–10 minutes on foot to reach the campsite. The site is quite windy and has only basic restroom facilities and cold‑water showers, making it an intermediate‑level camp – ideal for photography enthusiasts and those who appreciate poetry and distant horizons. 📌 Optional experience package: Camping + canopy picnic

What's included

* 2‑day camping guide – accompanies you throughout the trip, equipped with wilderness skills and first‑aid knowledge
* 2‑day private vehicle transfer – fuel and parking fees included (no hidden charges)
* Vehicle options: Innova / minibus
* Driver‑guide & driver allowance – the driver‑guide and driver are required to stay overnight at the campsite on standby
* Campsite fee
* Essential equipment
* Discount for bringing your own gear – MYR50 off per person

Itinerary

Day 1
13:00 Hotel pick‑up; shop for ingredients at local market
14:00 Depart from Kota Kinabalu city centre
15:00 Arrive at Kokol Hill campsite – guide assists with camp setup (if winds are strong on the day, the team will set up in advance)
16:00 Free time: stroll along the hilltop, enjoy the sea of clouds
17:30 Magic twilight hour – sunset + city lights of KK gradually turning on
19:00 Cookout dinner
20:30 Stargazing (Milky Way), campfire chats, music, board games, and relaxed conversations

Day 2
06:00 Sunrise over Mount Kinabalu, sea of clouds, and the South China Sea view from KK city (photo frenzy!)
09:00 Breakfast on the hilltop
10:00 Free time: one last moment of peace, photo taking
11:00 Pack up camp, leave no trace
12:00 Return to Kota Kinabalu city centre

Tour package price

Package 2: Camping + canopy picnic + sightseeing around the area
Number of Pax Price per person (RM)
6 550
5 645
4 726
3 940
2 1,255
1 2,510

Add-on Items:

🔨 Other Equipment Rental
· Barbecue grill + grill net: MYR 20
· Outdoor movie setup: MYR 40 (plus a deposit of MYR 150)

Things to note

What to bring

* IC (Malaysian) or Passport (Foreigner)
* Extra wear / Cloths
* Sandals
* Towel & personal toiletries
* Cap / Hat
* Sun block lotion
* Bug spray
* Extra pocket money

Purchase Notice

* Group size: Minimum 1 person (with exclusive guide service), maximum 6 persons * Recommended age: 15 years and above (those aged 15 or under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) * Physical fitness requirement: No professional fitness level needed – suitable for beginners * Equipment: Essential equipment is already included, and you may also bring your own gear. Other non‑essential equipment can be rented from us * Meals: We will take you to purchase ingredients along the way

Important Booking Information

You'll love "Camping in Sabah" if you: ✅ Want to escape the city and truly slow down to unwind ✅ Love nature and can accept insects, mud, and no air‑conditioning ✅ Are willing to cook and pitch your own tent (our guide will assist, but this isn't a hotel‑style service) ✅ Want to create a unique travel memory with friends or your partner ✅ Can handle basic washing facilities (campsite restrooms, not hotel grade) ✅ Are a photography enthusiast – you want to capture morning mist, starry skies, sunsets, cooking smoke, and those candid human‑nature moments. The places we take you to are so scenic that even a phone camera can produce stunning shots. Might NOT be for you if you: ❌ Can't handle outdoor weather changes (rain, sun, temperature fluctuations in the highlands) ❌ Expect hotel‑standard accommodation and bathroom facilities ❌ Can't cope with no WiFi or poor mobile signal (at some campsites) ❌ Expect a "luxury resort" experience where everything is done for you and you don't need to lift a finger - Prices and product availability are subject to change without notice. - These terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. - Travel Box reserve the right to change the aforesaid promotion, benefits, and/or terms.

Cancellation Policy

- A 50% non‑refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. The balance is to be paid on tour day.
- Should bad weather or unforeseeable circumstances occur, the itinerary will be adjusted, rescheduled, or cancelled with a refund.
· No‑show or last‑minute cancellations will incur a 100% tour fee.

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