Kota Kinabalu - the international gateway to the rest of Sabah - has direct flights to and from the main capitals in the region, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Kaoshiung, Tokyo, Seoul, Brunei and Manila.

From Kota Kinabalu, you can take a comfortable car or bus ride to the Kinabalu Park. There are regular buses plying this 83 km. route. The buses leave at 7.30am and arrive at the Park Headquarters entrance about two hours later. The return trip to Kota Kinabalu is also vice-versa. Four wheel drive vehicles, vans, coaches and helicopters are available for charter.