Mount Kinabalu Climbing Permit
Summit climbs are booked online only as a package that includes one night at Lemaing or Panalaban hostel, meals, the climbing permit, and insurance. Name changes are not allowed; unpaid reservations cancel when the checkout timer expires. As of 19 September 2026, Sabah Parks had not opened 2027 dates.
Permit dates, fees, and rules change every year. Always confirm on the official agency or booking site before you apply.
What it covers
Advance reservation administered by Sabah Parks for the 2027 season.
Linked PeakAtlas3D summits: Mount Kinabalu.
Who needs it
Summit climbs are booked online only as a package that includes one night at Lemaing or Panalaban hostel, meals, the climbing permit, and insurance. Name changes are not allowed; unpaid reservations cancel when the checkout timer expires. As of 19 September 2026, Sabah Parks had not opened 2027 dates.
Windows
- 2027 bookings (2026 season opened 1 Dec 2025; 2027 not open as of 19 Sep 2026): Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027 (approx.)
How to apply
Use the official booking link below. PeakAtlas3D does not sell permits. Read the source page for group size, ID, and payment rules before you start an application.
Fees (as stated by the source): Panalaban international adult package RM 1,043.25 per person (includes 7% service charge) on the official Sabah Parks guide. Conservation fees are paid at the park.
Source
Official source · Verified 2026-10-26