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Largest women delegation from Vietnam conquers Mount Kinabalu
The all-women Vietnamese climbers on the summit of Mount Kinabalu.
KOTA KINABALU (June 13): History has been created when the largest Vietnamese delegation reached the summit of Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in Southeast Asia at 4,095 metres above sea level.
A total of 102 participants, all women aged around 50, were brought in by Vietnam Discovery Travel in collaboration with local Sabah operator Borneo Calling. They successfully completed the climb in the early hours of June 10, after beginning their ascent on June 9.
The group's achievement was not only a physical triumph but also an emotional and deeply personal experience for each individual involved.
Led by Nguyen Thi Lanh, founder of Minh Tri Thanh Academy and a respected psychotherapist, the expedition was framed as a journey of inner transformation. Participants ranged in age, profession and background, yet were united by a shared goal — to overcome personal limitations, face their fears, and reconnect with their inner strength through the challenge of summiting Mount Kinabalu.
'This was more than just a mountain climb,' said Lanh. 'It was a powerful metaphor for life. Through each step, our team confronted their own inner mountains — fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs. And at the summit, they found confidence, courage and clarity,' she said.
This landmark climb, highlights Sabah's growing appeal as a destination for transformational travel, where natural beauty meets personal growth. It also reflects the strengthening of tourism ties with Vietnam, especially following recent improvements in direct flight connectivity
As Sabah continues to welcome more international travellers in search of authentic, meaningful experiences, Sabah Tourism Board remains committed to supporting tourism that celebrates both nature and the human spirit.
