Currency: Malaysian Ringgit approx 3USD to 1MYR

Language: Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese, although you would be hard pressed to find someone who doesn't speak English.

Height: Mt. Kinabalu stands at 4,095 meters above sea level

Availability: Permits are now only given to people who have accommodation at Laban Rata rest houses plus 4 permits daily for extreme climbers so booking well in advance is recommended.