A keen walker myself, and that Mount Kinabalu 35 times in the head for many tourists, I think it's fair that I should give some of my knowledge to you so that not only well prepared but also to enjoy every aspect of this Summit reached its exciting, but sometimes difficult to walk because you have everything you need.
My number one has to do, Car Porter: Yes, we all want to show that we are strong and fit, do not require support while hiking in the mountains, but notit YOUR holiday? And if that’s not enough let me tell you a bit about the incredibly delightful Dusun people that make a living guiding and porting up Mt K. Firstly you are offering someone a job, enjoying a friendly smile and perhaps ‘if you’re lucky’ some broken English along the way. Don’t be afraid to walk along with your porter, and chit chat, after all if you’re that fit you should be able to keep up with them. Your guide is a must, after all you simply aren’t allowed to climb the Mountains without one. Do not be shy, is to make the slope of a disappointing, if you do not leave with some new best friends, you can also invite the village.
Secondly, for rent, and another good reason to Porter: You must be ready for the heat and intense cold in a package, you also need some 'sleep, hygiene items, the carrier can get for you and enjoy the light load on the first day.
Things that I recommend for the yearThe first day:
1. A bag of small (Camel-Pack) with 2-liters water bladder
2. Emergency poncho plastic (and umbrella if you are not embarrassed)
3. A lightweight fleece for the rest (let your body cool too)
4. High energy snacks
5. Camera and waterproof case
6. Projector (do not use a flashlight, you need both hands for the second day) increases
7. Small first aid kit or put a few things, like a bandage, bandages and disinfectant spray
8. SunBlock
9. Walking stick (optional)
10. The money, you have your food at home is not cheap to buy, but there are some items that you want, breakfast buffet and dinner, you need to know to make sure 100MYR confirm the price guide before you leave, because may have changed since my last climb itself.
The first morning (head office), be sure to eat a breakfast rich in carbohydrates that slow burning well, if you're a slow walker, good start and the beginning7:30-8:30 hours, does not want to be, always walk in the dark. They should light hiking shorts or pants, shoes, rubber grip well on rock surfaces that are very flat, smooth gravel with the support of the ankle, a T-shirt and hat.
What's in the Bag Porter? First, a good start filling garbage bag instead of another bag. Carriers usually have their own bag or a basket, it is easier for them to integrate into a trash bag instead of a heavy burden, and yourThings have water in this way. I advise you within the following:
1. A pair of comfortable pants Nice, sweaters, and a T-shirt clean, clean socks, thick and thin (lingerie)
2. Very basic toiletries, a toothbrush and toothpaste! (Soap and towels can be provided) for housing Laban Rata
3. A pair of flip flops (belt) or sandals
4. A waterproof and windproof lighter, but a good warm jacket
5. Thermal Top
6. Beanie, and two pairs of gloves, a dense thin (ora pair of socks)
7. If you are a finicky piece of sleep, which are recycled blankets on the bed every two days!
You'll thank me when you sit in warm homes with clean, dry clothes, and others are shivering in their shorts and T-shirt covered in sweat.
Second day, if you take some time to climb up the first day, so you need an early start, if you want to see the sunrise. 1,30-2 would probably be a wise decision, those of you who are superrises rapidly to 3.30 – 4, the sun is usually 5.45 to watch, but makes a good point to ask your guide repeatedly sunrise. My advice is to not eat breakfast, your body is not accustomed to eat in 2, is not likely to amount or strenuous exercise at this stage does not use, is quite on the cards you can find B lost while walking, a hot drink of Milo or Hot Chocolate (You can get bags of shopping in HQ), a couple of energy bars with you, wait for the summitor if you feel a bit 'of hunger in the street. Dress as you can so easily be cold, perhaps hiking pants and T-shirt heat on top, thin gloves, thin socks, headlamp, heat quickly, putting your equipment in a warm backpack is best, put on layers dry and warm when you're sitting on top of wet clothes and wet to cold, you can fool the heat of Borneo, is very cold at the summit of Mount Kinabalu. Take your walking stick forSummit less than death and can be connected to the pack, you must get your hands on some parts of the steep cliff, and hold the rope () gloves so thin. Enter your thick gloves, wet your hands on the strings, then save it for the better!
What is really important: if it rains a lot, does not rise to the top, it can rain the streams of water on the flat rock, wash everything on the road, including you. If it is foggy you can not see, do not walkStop, hold the rope, and expects, you're on the road to save a person who is.
Once you reach the top, pop on the layer, a hat, thick gloves or socks on his hands and socks on your feet, sweater, jacket, trousers and even jogging. Trust me, you're always cold, but much better than those with lighter gear and clothing with sweat. Watch the sunrise, return to the demand for housing Laban Rata for breakfast, do your things, as inThe first day, give your bag to the doorman, and take the time to get down.
I hope this has helped you to enjoy this incredible mountain is still a bit 'more.
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