WATERFALL ABSEIL AT KG.KIONSOM

1 Day Waterfall Abseil Program 

Location : Kg Kionsom Inanam ( 24 Km From Kota Kinabalu ) 

Trekking Distance:  1 Km  

Difficulty : Moderate , suitable for beginners 

Includes : Return Transportation , English Speaking Guide, First Aid Support, Permits, Activity   

                                             Equipment, Entrance Fees, Lunch 

Excludes : Personal Travel Insurance 

Group Size : Minimum 4 Persons  

Detailed Description: 

This is a perfect opportunity to experience one of Borneo’s beautiful waterfall systems, whilst trekking through jungle untouched by the modern world, with the possible chance of seeing different species of animals. Participants may challenge themselves to abseil down a 15 metre waterfall. Participants may also cool down from the heat of the day by swimming & relaxing in the sensationally cool waterfall pool. 

Program Itinerary

• Transfer to Kionsom (approx 30mins from Kota Kinabalu)
• 0930- Meet at Kionsom
• Welcome briefing & site familiarisation
• Commence trekking (approx 30mins)
• Arrive at a beautiful natural waterfall
• Waterfall Abseil set up & safety briefing
• Commence abseiling
• Lunch at Waterfall
• Relax & cool down in the wonderful waterfall pool
• Trek to finish point
• Program closure & prepare to depart
• 1430- departures to Kota Kinabalu

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KAWANG FOREST RESERVE JUNGLE TREKKING EXPERIENCE

1 Day Jungle Trekking Experience 

Location : Kawang Forest Reserve ( 28 Km From Kota Kinabalu ) 

Trekking Distance:  4 Km  

Difficulty : Moderate  

Includes : Return Transportation , English Speaking Guide, First Aid Support, Permits, Activity   

                                             Equipment, Entrance Fees, Lunch 

Excludes : Personal Travel Insurance 

Group Size : Minimum 4 Persons  

Detailed Description: 

This spectacular 1, 551 hectare forest reserve was gazetted on March 16, 1957 in an effort to preserve and sustain the biodiversity of the primary forest reserve. In 1984, it was re-classified as a second class domestic forest reserve. The main function of the reserve is to supply gravity water from the on site Tanaki waterfall system to the local population living within its proximity. Outdoor enthusiasts who conquer this trek will have experienced the typical rough terrain of the Bornean jungle, whilst learning new skills & many facts about the jungle environment. The forest is not often explored providing a chance to see and experience a peaceful, natural & beautiful environment. 

Program Itinerary:

• Transfer to Kawang Forest Reserve (approximately 30mins from Kota Kinabalu)
• 0930- Meet at Kawang Head Quarters Car Park
• Welcome briefing & site familiarisation
• Safety briefing & introduction to the rainforest
• Commence trekking (around 2km trekking distance)
• Lunch at Bat Cave
• Continue trekking (around 2km trekking distance)
• Arrive at finishing point
• Free a own leisure to swim & relax in jungle river
• 1430- Program closure & departures (approx 30mins to Kota Kinabalu)

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TUARAN DAY RIDE

TUARAN DAY RIDE

The area around the market town of Tuaran is home of the Dusun tribe, spread out in the hills and coastal plains making use of the natural environment for sustenance. Farming rice, rubber, fruits & coconuts. Hunting in the forests and fishing, they are friendly and resourceful. 

Our day ride takes us through the heartland of the Dusun people, small riverside villages, jungle plantations and onto a coastal plain where we will stop for lunch in Tuaran town close to he Chinese Pagoda. A short 20 minute ride takes us back to the start of the ride, nice and flat all the way! 40% of this ride is on dirt roads and sometimes they are quite rough, for the rest of the ride we travel on small village roads with very little traffic. There are three hanging bridges to add to the days excitement. 

A support vehicle is nearby at all times. 

ITINERARY :  

0830hrs    Pickup from hotel or Cruise Ship 

0930hrs    Meet bike guide and set up bikes starting the ride 

1230hrs    Stop for lunch in Tuaran Town 

1500hrs    Arrive back at your hotel 

PRE-REQUISITES	INCLUDED	PACKING LIST
An adventure spirit – the mountain biking is off the tourist trail so don’t expect many facilities on the way	Good quality mountain bike with disc brakes	Swimwear, short and t-shirt for rafting
Be prepared for physical exertion, this ride is up to 30km long and it can be hot at times	Water bottle	Shorts and trainers for cycling (no sandals)
Basic biking skills	Lunch	Sun cream
	Transportation	Personal medication
	A mountain biking guide	Change of clothes for the return journey
	Snacks	Towel/ Camera
	First aid kit

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MOUNTAIN RIDE MINI ADVENTURE

MINI ADVENTURE TOUR

Would you like to ride and trek in some of North Borneo’s most dramatic scenery? This ride through the foothills and valleys of Mount Kinabalu takes you well away from tourist routes and into the heart of jungle paradise. Riding a mountain bike is one of the purest ways to see and interact with this magnificent place. The mystique and commanding presence of Mount Kinabalu throughout this ride provide a vista that changes almost minute by minute. 

ITINERARY: 

DAY 1

You will be collected from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu before being driven to Mount Kinabalu National Park where we will begin the ride. It starts with a 4.5km cruise on the main road, downhill to our first turn off onto gravel. There is then 3km of gorgeous descent before reaching a sealed road which takes you into the Kiau Valley. We then ride along the side of a river for 17 km with excellent views of the jungle-clad valley and Mount Kinabalu. 

When we get to the end of the ride able trail, we put the bikes onto the truck and from here we follow the river on foot for 5 km. during the jungle trek, we make a few river crossings until we arrive at the paddy fields of Kampung Tambatuan where we over night in the village community homestay. There is comfortable dorms bed a huge veranda facing the granite walls of the western flanks of Mount Kinabalu. In the evening, there will be a sit-down dinner of pasta to chat through the days thrills while the team service the bikes and get ready for the second days adventure. 

DAY 2 

This is full day in saddle. We head north on mostly gravel roads for 43 km, stopping to swim in cool rivers and entertain the bemused locals. There are lots of cool drinks supplied by the support vehicle along the way. The ride finishes at the market town of Kota Belud, a bustling town where tourists are rarely seen. There will be an opportunity to dip in the river and wash away the days sweat before driving for 3=2 hours back to Kota Kinabalu. 

PRE-REQUISITES	INCLUDED	PACKING LIST
An adventure spirit – the mountain biking is off the tourist trail so don’t expect many facilities on the way	Qualified Guide	Riding trainers (no sandals)
Be prepared for physical exertion, you may be riding up to 40km per day and it can be hot	Transportation	Riding shorts
A good level of fitness or an incredibly resilient sense of humour	Snacks	Sunglasses
Reasonable biking skills	All food & board	Sun cream
	Drinking water	Personal medication
	First aid kit	Change of clothes for the return journey
		Towel/ Camera

Notes:  

1.                  This tour is almost totally away from other tour destinations and it’s unlikely that you will see any other tourists. 

2.                  If at any time you feel unwell, or need a rest there is a vehicle close by. 

3.                  Our guides are all trained in first aid and we carry comprehensive first aid kits and rescue equipment including a stretcher and rope. 

4.                  All water, isotonic drinks is provided. We hope that you do not drink so much that you cannot take part in the next day’s activities! 

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RAFT & RIDE TRIP

DAY TRIP RAFT AND RIDE

A wet and wild day out for the energetic! This morning rafting is a fun-filled ride down the picturesque Kiulu River through jungle-clad valleys and past villagers and farms with enough white water to get you excited but not enough to scare you. 

After the rafting you will enjoy a tasty barbeque lunch and change into your riding clothes before a 15 minutes transfer to the start of the mountain biking. After a short briefing and bike fitting, we will head out for one of the most beautiful rides in rural Sabah. We cycle through small riverside villages which are home to the Dusun tribal people as well as jungle, plantations and the Dusun people farms. The hills are thankfully few, far apart and short on the main route but if you are feeling like stretching your legs a little our guides can take you off to explore some more adventurous trails with single track and technical descents. 

A support vehicle is nearby at all times should a problem occur. 

ITINERARY: 

0830hrs               Pickup from hotel 

0930hrs               Meet raft guide and safety briefing 

1200hrs               Finish raft and BBQ lunch by the river 

1300hrs               Transfer to the start of the Mountain Biking  

1315hrs               Ride briefing and bike fitting 

1330hrs               Mountain Guide Tour 

1630hrs               Depart for Kota Kinabalu  

1730hrs               Arrive at Kota Kinabalu 

PRE-REQUISITES	INCLUDED	PACKING LIST
An adventure spirit – the mountain biking is off the tourist trail so don’t expect many facilities on the way	Good quality mountain bike with disc brakes	Swimwear, short and t-shirt for rafting
Be prepared for physical exertion during the bike ride	Water bottle	Trainers or sandals for rafting (no flip flops)
Basic biking skills	Lunch	Shorts and trainers for cycling (no sandals)
	Transportation	Sunglasses
	A mountain biking guide	Sun cream
	Snacks	Personal medication
	First aid kit	Change of clothes for the return journey
		Towel/ Camera

Notes:  

1.This cycling part of this tour is almost totally away from other tour destinations and it’s unlikely that you will not see any other tourists. 

2.The rafting is graded at a beginner’s level and the cycling is graded at beginners to intermediate kevel. 

3.We feel that anyone who can ride a bike will enjoy this ride. 

4.Whilst cycling, if at any time you feel unwell, or need a rest there is a vehicle close by. 

5.The bike guides are all trained in first aid and carry comprehensive fist aid kits. 

6.Water and isotonic drinks are provided during the cycling. 

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