Mount Kinabalu - It's the highest mountain in Southeast Asia with an elevation of 4092m. To climb the mountain, one need a minimum of 3 days. 1 night in the city (upon arrival) and 1 night in the mountain. The cost of travelling in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East of Malaysia? USD$500.00. Everything included. Full meals, accommodation, transportation, insurance (for mountain climbing only), permit and guide.