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Sabah's Wild Side: Full-Day Padas Rafting + Jungle Train
Embark on an adrenaline-packed journey through tropical rapids.
4.8
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Group size
Up to 50 guests
DURATION
12 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 50 guests
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If you're looking for Sabah's wild side, this is it.
If you’re going to raft in Sabah, make it the one people call a bucket-list experience.This isn’t just white-water rafting. It starts with a ride on one of Borneo’s last heritage trains, winding through remote jungle, river valleys and tiny countryside villages before dropping you deep into the Padas River gorge.After arriving at Pangi Basecamp, you’ll fuel up with a hearty local breakfast by the river before gearing up for 1.5–2 hours of serious action. The Padas River is famous for its Class III–IV rapids - fast, splashy, and properly thrilling. Expect big waves, technical sections and plenty of adrenaline, all set against untouched rainforest.The rapids come one after another, making this one of the most exciting rafting runs in Malaysia. It’s physically engaging but guided by experienced professionals who’ll brief you carefully and keep things safe while the fun levels stay high.Once you’ve conquered the river, you’ll enjoy a well-earned local lunch at a sheltered riverside spot before boarding the heritage train back to Tenom - wet, tired, and grinning!What to Expect:4:00am hotel pick-up from Kota KinabaluScenic 3-hour drive to TenomRide on a historic jungle trainRiverside breakfast at Pangi Basecamp1.5–2 hours of Class III–IV raftingContinuous, high-energy rapidsLunch by the Padas RiverReturn heritage train rideBack in KK by late afternoon/eveningGood to know:What are Class 3-4 Rapids: Fast, splashy rapids with strong currents, big waves and technical drops - exciting and physically demanding.Suitable for: Best for adventurous beginners (12+) and confident rafters; not recommended for young children or those new to rafting.
Experience highlights
Bucket-list rafting on Sabah’s rivers
One of Malaysia’s top rapids
Thrilling Adrenaline rush!
What You’ll be Doing
Train to Padas, whitewater rafting, lunch, return train.
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What’s Included
Train ticket
Rafting equipment
Meals
River guide
Entrance fees
Motored trolley fees (if required)
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 27 Feb 2026
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Anywhere in Kota Kinabalu(Your hotel in Kota Kinabalu town)
- 15 mins before selected timeslot
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & Ends
Daily
04:30AM - 04:30PM
Suitability / Accessibility
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 12+)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 7 days before activity for a full refund
- Minimum ParticipantsIf there are fewer than 4 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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What to Pack
- Change of clothes
- Dry bag or plastic bag
- Flip flops
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Swimwear
- Towel
From
RM339.9
/person4.8(10)
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Meet your host
Xtreme Paddlers are serious water sports professionals who are also passionate about giving back to the local community. They are working to provide training in soft and hard skills, including rafting and hospitality skills, to members of the community. They are also a veteran in the tourism industry in Borneo and many founders of other local independent businesses had their start as guides in Xtreme Paddlers.
Experience: 10 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 78%
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