Long Weekend Ideas – Go Higher in Kota Kinabalu with Philippines AirAsia

Go Higher in Kota Kinabalu with Philippines AirAsia

When it comes to planning your first international adventure hike, keep in mind the readily accessible, Filipino-friendly Kota Kinabalu! It has a UNESCO World Heritage national park, one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia, and with affordable food, experiences, and AirAsia direct flights, a budget-friendly destination for any budding adventurer!

Kota Kinabalu AirAsia Jason Cruz When in Manila (3 of 17)

Kota Kinabalu AirAsia Jason Cruz When in Manila (9 of 17)

Go to AirAsia.com and book your first international adventure hike to Kota Kinabalu!

The WhenInManila.com adventure team’s Kota Kinabalu itinerary:

  • Day 1 (recommended: Friday)
    • Flight to Kota Kinabalu via Philippines AirAsia (departs at 940am)
    • Arrive in Kota Kinabalu via Philippines AirAsia (arrives at 1105am)
    • Lunch, then head to Kinabalu National Park HQ
  • Day 2
    • Hike Day to Mt. Kinabalu rest house
  • Day 3
    • Hike Day to Mt. Kinabalu summit
    • Hike Day to descend to Kinabalu National Park HQ
    • Head to Kota Kinabalu
  • Day 4
    • Flight to Manila via Philippines AirAsia (departs at 1140am)
    • Arrive in Manila via Philippines AirAsia (arrives at 1340pm)

Kota Kinabalu AirAsia Jason Cruz When in Manila (11 of 17)

All photos and footage by the WhenInManila.com adventure team.

License – CC: Attribution, non-commercial.

Go Higher in Kota Kinabalu with Philippines AirAsia

Transparency disclaimer:
The flight to Kota Kinabalu was generously provided for by Philippines AirAsia.