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padas river |
kiulu river |
Please Note : The railway line that takes passengers to Beaufort is once again undergoing railway works. So the alternative way of travel will once again be on the trolley, like this one below:
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Shame about the old train though.. the railway malaysia is upgrading that to a mundane, modern commuter train
White Water Rafting Day Trip Rates (RM) ~ valid til 31st December 2011
(Rates based on per person basis)
Rate per person |
Kiulu River Rafting Rate (RM) |
Padas River Rafting Rate (RM) |
2 - 9 persons |
RM 175 nett |
RM 220 nett |
10 - 15 persons |
RM 160 nett |
RM 210 nett |
16 - 20 persons |
RM 155 nett |
RM 200 nett |
Child (5yrs - 11yrs old) |
RM 110 nett |
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Day trip to Kiulu Includes :
* Coach or van transfers * English speaking guide * English speaking river guide * White water rafting equipment approved by American Coastguard * Standard BBQ lunch * Insurance * ITINERARY
Day trip to Padas Includes :
Tour includes all transfer using Coach / Van, Registered English Speaking Guide, English Speaking River Guide, White Water Rafting Equipment approved by American Coastguard, Standard BBQ Lunch (menu enclosed), Insurance, state-of-the-art Facilities at the ending point, covers up to 30 KM of rafting excursions. Train Ride (estimate 30 mins  from Tenom to Pangie Station). ITINERARY
Indemnity Form:
* Each participant is required to sign an indemnity form before the tour commences
Age Requirement:
Padas River ~ Children aged 12yrs and below are not permitted on Padas River . However, a child although meeting the minimum age requirement, may not be allowed to raft subject to the operator's absolute discretion
Kiulu River ~ Children aged 5yrs and below are not permitted on Kiulu River . However, a child although meeting the minimum age requirement, may not be allowed to raft subject to the operator's absolute discretion
Transfer Surcharge:
For Rasa Ria Resort, Nexus, Sabandar Resort, Mimpian Jadi Resort pick up point ~ an additional RM20 per person is chargeable for the Padas Trip
For Beringgis, Resorts located in the Kinarut area pick up point, an additional charge of RM20 per person is chargeable for Kiulu Trips
Children Charge:
* Children under 12yrs old will be charged RM90 per child for the Kiulu trip * Children are not included in determining the group rate
Other Charges:
* Non rafters will be charged RM 90 per person for Kiulu and RM 100 per person for Padas trips * Request for private transfer will be an additional charge of RM100 per person (adult and child) - min. 4 persons * Request for a private raft will be charged additional RM50 per person (adult only for Padas River and adult or child for Kiulu River) - min. 4 persons
Things to bring: |
Recommended Wear: |
Payment/ Service Voucher |
Sandal with strap / sport shoe. |
Extra pocket money |
Short and T-shirt (Not white colour). |
Insect repellent |
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Sun-block lotion |
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Change of clothes |
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Towel |
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Cap / Hat |
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Please let us know if you have dietary request, e.g. vegetarian
**Please Note that there will be a non-refundable handling charge on payment made. Conditions apply.
Time |
Itinerary |
0600hrs |
Pick up from hotel and transfer by coach to Beaufort Railway Station. Located in interior division of Sabah, east Malaysia on the Island of Borneo. Signing of liability Release Form before the rafting commences. |
0730hrs                       |
Arrive at Beaufort, Get onboard by train. The thrilling yet scenic ride will take around 1 ½ hours â 2 hours to get to PANGI STATION (starting point) Train will depart at 0750 hrs. You will have 10 minutes stopped at Rayoh station to keep your belonging and get change for rafting gears. |
1030hrs |
When arrived at Pangi, light refreshment will be served, Safety briefing will be conducted by Riverbug crew. Rafting commence from starting point to RAYOH (ending point) which will take about 1 ½ hours-2 hours (10km) includes of 8 points of rapids namely HEAD HUNTER, LAMBADA, COBRA, SCOOBY DOO, WASHING MACHINE, MARY GO ROUND, SNAKE HOUSE AND BBQ RAPIDS. |
1230hrs   1545hrs |
Expected time of arrive at Rayoh (ending point) for sumptuous lunch and after lunch we will depart back by train to BEAUFORT at 1330 hrs, estimated 2 hours â 2 ½ hours on train ride. Arrival at Beaufort Town and transfer by coach or van back to Kota Kinabalu city (your hotel) estimated 2 hours â 2 ½ hours. |
1800hrs |
Estimated time of arrival in Kota Kinabalu                                          -End of service. |
PLEASE NOTE THE PICK UP TIMES FOR PADAS TRIP:
HOTELS |
TIME |
RASA RIA- (OUTSKIRT) |
0530 HRS |
NEXUS - (OUTSKIRT) |
0545 HRS |
1 BORNEO HOTEL |
0600 HRS |
KK HOTELS |
0600 HRS |
PACIFIC / MAGELLAN |
0615 HRS |
STAR |
0615 HRS |
KINARUTÂ AREA |
0630 HRS |
Itinerary for Rafting at Kiulu |
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0830 hrs |
Depart from your hotel in the Kota Kinabalu City and proceed to Kiulu River, located at Tamparuli area. Journey take 1 ½ -2 hours drive. |
1000 hrs |
Arrive at starting point. Safety Briefing will be given by RIVERBUG's professional river guide and signing of Liability Release form. |
1030 hrs |
Rafting commences. Excursions takes about 2 hours to the ending point. |
1230 hrs |
Arrive ending point, freshen-up and ready for BBQ Lunch |
1345 hrs |
Depart for hotel - End Of Services |
Destination Borneo ~ Sabah ~ Padas River or Kiulu River
Trip Description Padas River is situated in the interior of southwestern part of Kota Kinabalu that is only accessible by train (used since the late 19th century in Borneo). Basically, this trip will give you two experiences advantages - 1) Excursion of Class III-IV river, 2) A ride in an antique train in this new millennium.The adrenaline rush excursion covers a distance of 9km of this rather muddy 200 km river that holds 7 exciting and tough rapids! These rapids carries amusing names such as Merry-Go-Round Rapid, Break Point Rapid, Scooby Doo Rapid, Cobra Rapid, Curve Rapid, Lambada Rapid and Head Hunter Rapid. Each rapid will give you the feel of the motion as what the name means. The journey will first take 1-½ hours overland through the countryside to Beaufort town. From thereupon, adventure begins with 1-½ hours train rides tracks along the Padas River that gives glimpses of the thrills and excitement to come. Upon arriving at the starting point, participant will be given safety briefing before going down the river. After rafting, enjoy a sumptuous barbecue lunch by the river. Wind down with a sunset view of the return journey to Kota Kinabalu, along with presentation of certification of achievement. Kiulu River is located on the northwestern part of Sabah in a small town called Kiulu which are recognized as being the second most beautiful village in Malaysia. Kiulu River is calssified as Class I - II river. Trip begins with a safety briefing session conducted by our professional raft guide that will demonstrates rafting techniques and proper handling of rafting equipment before rafting commences. Excursion covers up to 15km, making it the longest white water rafting trip in Borneo. The journey will take about 1 ½ - 2 hours of rafting before reaching the ending point where delicious barbecue lunch prepared just by the riverbank. While having your lunch, enthrall yourself with the pristine breathtaking surroundings or get a quick sun tan before heading back to your respective hotels ![]()
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