I Survived Mount Kinabalu (4,095m) 🇲🇾

The hardest hike of my life, will we make it to the top? And could you too?
These are the 2 whole days of adventure from Kundasang to the top of Mount Kinabalu, but it's not gonna be an easy one, we're gonna go through it step by step and fight with ourselves in order to deserve it...
I will share my impressions all along the way, you will see all the struggles on this raw version and how is ACTUALLY is.
I will be followed by my guide Lasius (hopefully spell it right) and Nai (always messed up his name throughout the video sorry kawan).
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About Mount Kinabalu:
- Altitude: 4095.2m
- Distance: 17.4km (up and down)
- Elevation gain: 2,229m
- 7 degrees C on the top (can go down to 0)
00:00 Getting ready
01:58 Plan for the day
02:48 Bad pill experience 2 days earlier
03:20 Beginning of Day 1 Hike
04:08 Advices from our guide
05:06 Meeting French Travelers
05:58 One of the best views of Day 1
06:55 Day 1: 1.5/6km + Singing Sabahan song
09:03 Day 1: 3.5/6km + Feeding squirrels
13:23 Motivational Speech
14:10 Day 1: 4.5/6km Last checkpoint
19:15 Day 1: Done + Celebration
20:57 Day 2: Waking up + Breakfast
22:02 Beginning of Day 2 Hike
24:48 Arrival at the top of Mount Kinabalu at night
25:30 Sunrise in Mount Kinabalu
28:20 My impressions about Mount Kinabalu
29:25 Last moment before to go
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[@soul79948]

From traveller to inspirer...u made it man...🇲🇫💪🇲🇾..

[@alwingc]

Only inspiring drives me

[@mohdradzysuhardi1009]

alwin are you okay climb mount Kinabalu sabah kundasang

[@alwingc]

Thank y'all for all the amazing comments! I got to read them all (almost), I am really touched! If you just arrived hope you find the video inspiring, much love and thank you so much for your support

[@fmkl4492]

Good job, been there once... the way down was really bad for me coz my knees were painful.. but it was unimaginable experience, would love to repeat it again 😊

[@KevinYap91]

Go to mount tahan in Pahang, make sure u prepare mentally and physically. Its usually a 4 days 3 night trip, camping in the jungle. You will meet a lot of rare animals

[@bonniejohn6766]

tq so much already came to our country and climb the mount kinabalu Land Below The Wind..and i proud to be sabahan🙏👍..oo you climb via timpohon you must try the other way via mesilau trail..

[@muhammadizwansulaiman6253]

The subscriber count was 99.9k when I was watching and that made me subscribe. When I refreshed, the number changed to 100k. You're welcome 🤣🤣. Awesome vids btw 👍👍

[@izounokuda5461]

Terima kasih for this climb. You took me with you up on Mt. Kinabalu. Being afraid of height I will never climb it myself but now I can feel the climb through your journey.

[@Ali.Aideel.Ismail]

Im johorean born living in Kota Kinabalu for 23years. Climbed and conquered Mt. Kinabalu on year 2k and got the special millennium certificate. It's a challenge and mind over body. When your body is damn tired and about to break but your mind say let's go. You can achieve great things!!

[@kiawayantokou]

I climbed Mount Kinabalu in 1986 & 1987. I was 14 & 15 then, now I'm 50, I don't think I can do it again but anyway congratulations Alwin you did it. You are a nice person, God bless you.

[@TheWingedblade]

my late father went back to mount kinabalu in his 50 after a failed attempt due to me and my mother got altitude sickness (me being the worst as i was unfortunately a heavy smoker 30 yrs ago), He succeeded to the peak and got the colored certificate ^^ . You can do it too , just make sure to atleast start hiking lower trail first( for a few month) to get back the stamina.

[@manhant1]

me in year 2012, and i also have some videos about Kinabalu Trip :). Hope you enjoy watching

[@stingrock5307]

u can do it

[@Philip_Early_Retirement]

I climbed twice back in '88 & '90 and I always wanted to climb again. However, after my heart attack I don't think I will climb Mt. Kinabalu again. Also being in my fifties now.

[@saltyjo7514]

Many people age above 65 have climbed Kinabalu successfully. i climbed when I was 38. I was having flu/fever and was rather slow. A man in his 70 was much faster than me.

[@eddy671]

Tinggi tinggi gunung kinabalu tinggi lagi sayang sama kamu, biru-biru hujung kinabalu tengok dari jauh, hati saya rindu.. congrats Avin..when you play with the squirrel it reminds me of Alvin and the Chipmunks...hope you reach 100k subscriber just like you made it to the top.

[@everyamber1838]

I'm sabahan and have not climb the mountain yet. One day for sure, but I'm still not fit enough 😭😭. Anyways, thank you for sharing your experiences, your thoughts, your feelings, your positivity, it's contagious and very endearing ❤️❤️ I loved every moment of the climb and especially the little squirrel that almost stowed away in your bag 🤣🤣 The view must've been unreal in person, the sunrise, the color of the sky, the clouds, breathtaking, that's exactly the reason sabah is called "The Land Below The Wind", the mountain is amongst the wind and we live below the clouds. It was definitely a fun and inspiring video, looking forward to more ✨✨

[@mohammadnoor9697]

try lower but very energy demanding mountain first, my suggestion is bintang mountain in kedah and a lot of mountain in perak

[@alwingc]

Haha yeah that squirrel tried to sneak in 😂

[@bonniejohn6766]

hahah i already climb about 6 times

[@eveekisundu2880]

HahA as a Sahaban you have to climb Kinabalu Mountain it a must i can say.

[@VR-F]

How fit is fit?

[@man_asian]

Thanks for giving me the motivation to go an climb the Mount Kinabalu before I leave Sabah for good this year. I will miss Sabah a lot and I want to see that same beautiful sunrise from the top of Malaysia.

[@eejamie7471]

Congrats Alwin.. Thank you for sharing your journey. Loved it!❤🇲🇾

[@zassmedia5738]

I've reached the peak twice. First one when i was 16, second was at 26. I think im gonna go for a third climb when i'm 36 which is in 2 years to come. Third time's a charm i guess :)

[@anonymous-jj3cw]

you really need the ten years apart lol

[@sally2869]

Congratulations. You win 🏆 our hearts with your motivation to reach the top of kinabalu

[@sevenheaven5175]

Congratulations Alvin. I went there and just managed to Laban Rata where the hostel is due to my leg injuries. It was raining heavily and too cold. What an experience.

[@aslindamiewyiong5482]

Mount Kinabalu is so beautiful

[@Byme1504]

Congratulations! Can't wait for my turn. Edit: Finally, today is my turn. 1/6/23

[@muhammadnajibnasaruddin3912]

Love the video…journey all the way to the top..i can feel the mentally pressure and tiredness..congratulation you are awesome..👍👍

[@bobby19873]

OMG!!! How are you are so brave to mount kinabalu?! Be strong mounting kinabalu ❤️

[@Mozuchii]

I’m a Sabahan studying at KL right now. Your videos are curing my homesick, for sure.

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I'm the first person to like 👍

[@dediamkaming]

Ofc you are 😅😅😅

[@deltahunter2302]

Of all your videos, so far, this is the most inspiring and motivational. Good job.

[@ijazambry]

Congratulations Alwin! By far, the best video u hv ever shared

[@syazaletomohammad2462]

This is my first climbing journal video to watch. Thank you for taking us there. You shared most amazing videos from all countries you went to in your TT, IG and now KZbin 🎉 congratulations and thank you.

[@alwingc]

My pleasure!! What an adventure

[@maklin1918]

Finally, I watch it on tv screen. thank you Alvin, love you so much.

[@myfans3606]

Thank you Alwin for sharing this journey with us. Tqsm for always keep motivated our Sabahan friend.

[@sitimozaina6060]

Congratulation Alwin.. 🎊🎉💝Nice video.. Masya Allah nice view of Mount Kinabalu 👍

[@Sup3rnal]

So inspiring! Great job Alwin 🇲🇾

[@blackelementar]

Thank you for bringing me together. Not just showing us the top of the mountain, but climbing through it too. Because I could never do it myself due to my health condition. Seeing how the nature changed around you based on the height, making it looked like you're entering different world. Love the whole adventure. 💜

[@fiezalalaa]

Congrats and thank you Alwin for sharing with us ur journey.. I am not that fit to climb Mount Kinabalu but ur video make me feel I was there.. seeing u reach the top is very satisfying and sentimental..

[@izKNG8]

Congratulations alwin. I'm glad you experienced a lot of special moments in Malaysia. I hope one day, when you look back to your days as a traveler, Malaysia will be at the top of your greatest memories. I've watched most of your vids and here I am finally commenting in one cause I am totally inspired 😊

[@sarimahsario4405]

Tahniah bah!!! You've made it...I really love all those beautiful moment you've share...and there is one more special thing I respect of you, instead of being motivated by your Sabahan friend but you motivate him 😁...good job 👍👍👍.

[@dmbly93]

it felt like we're going through the journey with you and when you reached the top, we kind of feel the special moment too. the view at the top was absolutely stunning too. i don't think i'm healthy enough to do this so thank you very much for sharing this moment with us. this video is perfect ❤

[@hlenxee]

YOU'RE AMAZINGG!! I LOVE YOU

[@putihputih5447]

Thanks a bunch guys, for this awesome vlog 😆. Now the world can see how beautiful and majestic Mount Kinabalu in Sabah is ⛰️. Great job! 💪

[@WanHafieyza]

Congratulations alwin. Such a great energy you have able filming video at same time hiking. For me my energy drain with altitude sickness can't even snap a lot of picture. I just have a few photos my experience hiking the mountain kinabalu 10 years ago..the rest remains as memories in my heart.

[@ChalbrainNetwork]

Been There way back in 2002..i was 15 years old at that time, the checkpoints facilities improved a lot.. looking forward for second experience after 20 years.. your journey in this video motivated me, thank you alwin!!

[@teddseven]

thanks, Alwin for bringing us along on the journey to the top of Mount KK. I will never have the chance to climb mountains or do anything physical since being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that kills my muscles and nerves. but I could live thru that experience with videos from people like you sharing it with all of us. thank you so much.

[@sunnychannels2423]

U are so funny Alwin and so amaze me coz u very easy to get along and adapt with local people, you are so friendly that myself feel happy with your exploration this time ✌️

[@admray]

Your vlogs are getting better and Better

[@miss_ila4704]

❤❤🎉 congratulations Alwin!!

[@patricklaing1401]

Congratulations! Proud of you.

[@paridahispara7741]

congrat alwin boleh bah kalau kau💪thank's,amazing view mount kinabalu👍

[@anismagnetemas796]

Congratulations 💪💪💪👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 my husband climbed it on 2003. He got sore body for 3 days. At least now i can see the experiences all the climbers had been through. Thank you for doing it and showing this video.

[@lwjungan]

A huge congrats to you Alwin.. You did a superb job in sharing almost every step of your journey to the top of Aki Nabalu ie Mount Kinabalu. It feels like I'm climbing together with you & Nai.. I climbed Aki last year. I shed tears of happiness and said a prayer too when I reached Low's Peak at about 530am. I can feel your amazing satisfaction of reaching the Peak and thanks for proudly displaying the Malaysian flag.. You were so lucky to witness the gorgeous sunrise. It's a mesmerizing view indeed! I'm looking forward to our next climb in April.. Keep up the great work in sharing your vblog! Take good care and enjoy your stay in Sabah Alwin! God bless 🙏

[@Anne-kw8xn]

Congratulations! You made it! Was waiting for yr full video.

[@ryantan777]

I really enjoyed all of your content. But of all the content that you have posted this is the most special. I was on the top long time ago but until today it's still very special moments in my life. Thank you for your video, it reminds me exactly the experience that you posted. Again congratulations. 🇲🇾

[@zailinahmad9695]

Well done Alwin🎉👏👏👏 Congratulations! Superb vlogg and you should be proud of this achievement.

[@norhabiwa6497]

I just love everything in your video. Keep inspiring people Alwin, love ♥️

[@biebbuayie9685]

Congrats Alwin! Beautiful view🥰

[@davidlok5504]

Thanks Alwin for sharing the exprience climb the Mount Kinabalu.It's bring back the sweet memories when i was there before.

[@aboutsuan]

Love the every part of your sharing❤️ I can feel the joy of standing on the top of the mountain. Thank you for shooting such great video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@alwingc]

Thank you for watching!! 🙏 so happy you enjoyed

[@rajanfinancialadvisor4088]

Congratulations Alvin. I have done it up to 8km only but know the feeling. You have conquer mount Kinabalu💪

[@azanariahmahat3651]

Congrats Alwin🎉🎉… u did it!!

[@laieiZ8265]

😍😍😍😍 Tahniah Alwin🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@noonchye8208]

Thank you for showing us your journey to mount kinabalu Alwin! You did a wonderful job there, wish you always stay healthy and good luck towards all of your journey👍👍💯

[@Arl_Maru]

Congratulations 🎉🎉 welcome to Sabah,Malaysia Alwin . I've climbed Mt.Kinabalu once..hope I can climb again for 2nd times.

[@syazzreneidzwamohdsobri6313]

Congratulations alwin…it is so hard i did it allready when i was 15y… in sha allah i will go again…its so nice to see doing it…😊😊😊😊😊

[@gmahalias]

Yes, when you are thousands meter above ground, motivational encouraging words really helps.

[@alyaborneo4527]

🎉🎉Tahniah congratulation. A struggle that will be remembered until the end of life.good job handsome Alwin & your sabahan friend❤

[@auntree774]

Waiting for this video la Alwin 😍

[@beek.s2525]

Congrats Alwin🇲🇾

[@filzahsahari5140]

Congratulations 👏👏👏Im touch of your love for my beloved Malaysia

[@ftinftin8937]

You said it all Alwin, so touching words its so inspiring. It's something I have always wanted to do. At this time it would be a miracle if I can ever achieve that . Thanks for the great video. Alwin boleh !!!

[@zainolyunus9565]

Congratulations Alvin. You are Awesome.

[@someoneimlazy]

the view is so pretty cool journey to mount kinabalu❤❤

[@iqah5230]

It's so inspiring. Thanks alot ❤️

[@helenmarsh7913]

Ur attitude is very inspiring. I'm keeping u in mind when I do my climb soon.

[@amiruzzamanasari3643]

congratulations alwin !!!!

[@hxzxzxzl]

Mantap lah Alwin , the sunrise pretty amazing

[@LeeLee-xq3eb]

That's no words can describe the feeling when you reach at the top of the mountain. That's an amazing experience. Must try once in your life, no matter you can or you can't make it. Mental fit is more important than the physical training.

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Wow. Congrats. Thanks for sharing this absolutely wonderful video n for showing your amazing experience.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Sabah has great sunset, but also great sunrise.

[@leechongfatt92]

You are doing great It's touching ! I can feel you. Welcome to Malaysia again.

[@miziepires6292]

I climbed in 2000, 23 years ago. I still remember how difficult it was to capture the low peak. At that time you have to prepare your own food at the laban rata. congratulations Alwin on making it so successful.

[@frans9344]

I accidentally saw this video and I'm Sabahan, from this state I've successfully reached the summit of mount Kinabalu 4 times I'm really proud of this mountain and my state Sabah I subscribed your channel hope you enjoy your travelling

[@DaveJCHomecooking]

Congratulations Alvin for reaching the top of Mount KK. And thank you for this beautiful vlog that indirectly brought me to climb this mountain with you. Love your vblog, especially at the top of KK, it is serene and real. Hope you continue enjoying your stay in Malaysia before you travel to other part of South East Asia

[@sitiabdulhalim1061]

I love ur long video.. satisfied to watch 😂😂.. and love ur journey, I'm like climbing together with you while watching this video.. thank you Alwin ♥️

[@moyedinabdullah5898]

been twice climb the kinabalu mountain, and again dreaming to climb back again. congrats!

[@TravelingSoloLogs]

Awesome video bro, the Mountain looks amazing!!!!

[@elainectlow]

So wonderful that you had made it to Mt Kinabalu ❤ a very good experience for many hikers! I had been there and I really enjoyed the climb👍👍👍👍👍👍👍True Malaysians 🇲🇾

[@elizaradzwan2781]

Congratulations Alwin for conquering Mt Kinabalu 👏👏❤ and thank you for your video of your climb up to the top. It's very informative and I don't think i would be able to get to the top as I have bad knees 😔 so your video is like giving me the real feel of climbing up and experiencing the pain and joy together with you and the other successful climbers 🥰

[@sukinidahalan5040]

Tq for taking us up the Mt Kinabalu.First time I set foot at Timpohon in 1995 with my kids.I am too old to ever dream of reaching the summit now😔.

[@mfivesalroza4285]

congrats n proud of u bro!!!!

[@moonmoonStar]

Thank you for sharing your wholesome experience with us. Very beautiful vlog. ❤❤

[@syl_ian]

Climb Mount Kinablu on Nvember last year. And yesss! Its mental. Not only physical. Congrats Alwin !

[@foozhuenszern1156]

Hi Alvin!!!! 3 days from now, Im hiking Mt Kinabalu too! Watching your video makes me even more excited for my hike. Your video is really inspiring.

[@amieyrlza]

TAHNIAH Alwin.. Congratulation for your climbing.

[@die6398]

TAHNIAH BRO. THANK YOU FOR BRING MALAYSIA FLAG 👍👍👍💪💪💪

[@aya976]

the memories of the 80's for me come back now...I was 21yrs old then...proud to reached to that Low's Peak the highest peak in South East Asia.. thanks for sharing...I also went to the Zugspitze in Germany's highest mountain but to reach it is only via Cable car... so mount Kinabalu still challenging...hehehe...

[@BersihMalaysiaku]

You are such an inspiration!

[@zaidamcswain7583]

Congratulations Alvin ! You did it to the peak! 🎉 Did mine in 2003. Still want to do it with my children 👍

[@kcc66]

Tahniah 🏆 Congratulations Alwin and hikers. 🏆 🌏

[@suezydaniel8865]

woww!! amazing...u made it! the same guide with us when we climb on 2014 & 2016 back then.. hopefully i can cilmb again next year 2024.

[@bonyalem5919]

Congrats Alwin👏👏 u are very fortunate to be able to reach the top of Kinabalu, even me myself as a sabahan never been able to go there. Thank you for bringing us sabahan to experience the climb with you through your videos. Definately looking forward for you next video in Sabah. Kihoiii😆!!

[@AllanOutdoor]

Congratulations!♥️♥️♥️🇵🇭

[@izhamnabil5083]

congrats alwin 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@kobeinekenify]

congrats alwin!!

[@SiKakiJalan3.0]

Congrats 👏 , I can't wait to climb Mt.Kinabalu for my 7th this year 😁

[@aren3130]

Enjoy yr climbing and stay safe guys.Thanks for sharing

[@Thinker595]

Wow...proud of you bro. Thanks for the whole great motivational words

[@MrMaxwongful]

next mountain.. gunung tahan..proud with u💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻👍🏻👍🏻🥳

[@rohashamsilawaninorshamali6417]

Cantiknya ciptaan Allah. Terima kasih Alwin buat video ni terasa mcm sama2 mdaki lak hihihi. Dapat tgk kemuncak gunung kinabalu dan nampak trek hdk ke puncak. Nak harapkan akak mdaki x kan ada lah hihihihi. Mahu mati tgh jln hihihihi

[@fauziahnayan2585]

Beautiful sunrise and journey.