Padas River Water Rafting (Grade III-IV)

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 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.

Package Details

ITINERARY

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 onboard 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 0750 hrs. There will be interchange of train at Halogilat Station. Proceed to Rayoh Sation stopped to keep your belonging and get change for rafting gears.

1030 HRS

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.

1230 HRS

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 – 2 ½ hours on train ride.

1545 HRS

Arrival at Beaufort Town and transfer by coach or van back to Kota Kinabalu city (your hotel) estimated 2 hours – 2 ½ hours.

1800 HRS Estimated time of arrival in Kota Kinabalu

NOTE:

  • Participants must have trimmed finger nails and toe nails.
  • No jewelries and valuable items allowed to be worn (or brought along) during these activities
  • Liability Release Form MUST be signed and understood by the participant before the tour commences.
  • Age limit is for a child is 12 years old and above.

More Information

Inclusion:

  • Pick up and Drop off Service – Registered Tourist Bus,
  • Train Ride,
  • Certified White Water Rafting Equipment,
  • Insurance Coverage,
  • White Water Rafting Certificate (upon request),

 

  • Licensed Tourist Guide,
  • Certified IRF River Guide,
  • Certified First Aider Guide,
  • Certified Swift Water Rescue Guide

 

  • English Speaking Guide,
  • Chinese Speaking Guide (upon request)
  • Safety Kayaker,
  • Safety Boats (when necessary),
  • Buffet BBQ Lunch (Fusion cuisine of the West and East),
  • Bottled Drinking Water,
  • Entrance Fees,
  • Train Fees,
  • Shower/Changing Facilities Pick up and Drop off Service – Registered Tourist Bus

 

Recommended things to bring:

  • Sandal with strap/sports shoe,
  • Short and T-shirt (Not white colour),
  • Swimwear, Payment / Service Voucher,
  • Extra pocket money,
  • Insect repellent,
  • Sunblock lotion,
  • Change of clothes,
  • Towel,
  • Cap / Hat
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