Ever imagined of riding the oldest train in Borneo which passes through the once renowned headhunters' tribe – The Murut? Well, guess what, we have the best river guides amongst the tribe to guide you down the raging water of Padas River, claimed to have the best rapids in South East Asia!
This exciting adrenalin' rushing tour will take you down to wave that goes as high as six feet and thrilling rapids up to grade IV. Whilst rushing down this wild and untamed part of the Padas River you will experience totally untouched nature.
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 uniquely ride in an antique train.
The adrenaline rush excursion covers a distance of 9km of this rather muddy 200 km river that holds 7 exciting and tough rapids!
These rapid 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.
The ultimate challenge will speak for itself as one shoots through and experiences the nerve tingling excitement which crescendos rapid after rapid while getting a closer look at the Borneo's amazing flora and fauna.
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.
Itinerary
PADAS WATER RAFTING (GRADE III - IV) - Adults Only
0520 HRS
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.
0730 HRS
Arrive at Beaufort, get on board by train. The thrilling yet scenic ride will take around 1 ½ hours- 2 hours to get to PANGI STATION (starting point). Train will depart at 0750hrs. You will have 10 minutes stopped at Rayoh station to keep your belonging and get change for rafting.
1030 HRS
When arrive 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 HUNTERS, LAMBADA, COBRA, SCOOBY DOO, WASHING MACHINE, MARY GO ROUND, SNAKE HOUSE and BBQ RAPIDS.
1230 HRS
Expected time to arrive at Rayoh (ending point) for sumptuous lunch and after lunch we will depart back by train to Beaufort at 1330hrs, estimates 2 hours-2 ½ hours on train ride.
1545 HRS
Arrive at Beaufort Town and transfer by coach or van back to Kota Kinabalu City.
1800 HRS
Estimate time of arrival at Kota Kinabalu.
