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Review Author: Peta S
Review Date: 04 Aug 2026
Review Body: Did a day trip from Kota Kinabalu that combined white water rafting with a jungle survival experience in the afternoon. Staff were lovely, helpful and attentive. All were chatty and personable - definitely did not feel like we were just another random customer they had to deal with - very much an interactive experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Hannah Raven
Review Date: 29 Sep 2025
Review Body: A really amazing company. Caring, understanding, guides really knowledgeable. The food at their camp was perfect and the whole team looked after our (UK school group) needs from start to finish! Just perfeft!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Nouredine Ould-Ahmed
Review Date: 07 May 2026
Review Body: Had an amazing day , the rafting was really fun and the guides made the day very enjoyable, from the delicious food to the survival session where we learnt to make fire. Would recommend!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Aring
Review Date: 29 Sep 2025
Review Body: Awesome arrangment, complete facilities basecamp, sweeper and guide were outstanding patience doing jobs. Highly recommended.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ann Ann
Review Date: 29 Sep 2025
Review Body: The best place to seek for a relaxtion and adventure..high recommanded.. nice and friendly services.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Borneo Royacea Bazan
Review Date: 29 Sep 2025
Review Body: Good cooking experience with the natives
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Sue Mitchell
Review Date: 29 Sep 2025
Review Body: Our tour group had the wonderful opportunity to experience June’s cooking class. We stopped by a market where she explained the various local wares & then stepped us through making traditional meals. June & her assistants made this one of the highlights of our tour & the return to the community makes it even more enriching.
Review rating: 4
Review Author: Cecilia Tok
Review Date: 11 May 2026
Review Body: One of the most special parts of the trip for me was getting to spend almost an entire day with the locals in Kiulu village. It didn’t feel like a staged tourist activity at all, it genuinely felt like we were being welcomed into their lives and community. June, our guide even brought us to Winnie’s dad’s farm, who gave us the opportunity to try rubber tapping, which made the experience feel so personal and meaningful. At first everyone was a little shy, but as the day went on they slowly became more comfortable with us and it was honestly so sweet. By the end of it, it felt less like a tour and more like we were all just one big family spending time together. Those genuine moments and connections are what made the experience so memorable for me, and it’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Hanim
Review Date: 13 May 2026
Review Body: I’ll always hold this experience close to my heart. The warmth and enthusiasm from the locals made me feel so welcomed, almost like I truly belonged there. Our host, June, was incredibly knowledgeable about the village, as well as Sabah’s culture and history, and it was such a pleasure listening to her stories. The rubber tapping experience was especially interesting, as I’ve always been curious about how people used to do it back when rubber tapping was a major economic activity in Singapore. We ended the experience by making our own dalai bead accessories, which we got to bring home as souvenirs. Overall, it was a truly eye-opening and memorable experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Akif
Review Date: 06 May 2026
Review Body: This was an unforgettable experience that touched our hearts. The locals were so passionate about their culture and sharing it with us through the music, dances and food. They made us feel right at home throughout the experience. We were introduced on the traditional food and music which was a truly unique experience. It was hard to leave as we all got to bond. June and her team was very attentive and made us all of us felt comfortable. Her sharings of the Dusun culture was very insightful. If you’re keen to learn more about the Dusun villagers and culture, this is the one. ☝🏼
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Sharmeen
Review Date: 06 May 2026
Review Body: The people were incredibly friendly and made us feel at home. I really enjoyed the cultural dance and the storytelling by June, it was very meaningful. The toilets were also clean.
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Rafting & jungle survival day trip to Kiulu Village
Itinerary Description: Get picked up from KK City centre, ~1hr drive to Kiulu Village. 7km rafting adventure through rapids and calm river stretches. Enjoy scenic jungle views along the way. Riverside lunch at the end of the rafting journey. Afternoon – Survival Skills Workshop: Learn traditional trap-making techniques, bamboo craft for tools and daily use, practice safe and effective machete skills, primitive fire-making using traditional methods. Taste simple treats cooked over the fire: grilled banana, sweet potato, and corn. End the day with a convenient drop-off back to KK City Centre.
Outreach Borneo travellers pause in the Sabah jungle beside smoky survival-skill cooking, surrounded by tall trees
Outreach Borneo group gathered around a campfire in the forest, with smoke from cooking during a jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Hikers crossing a wooden suspension bridge over a river gorge during an Outreach Borneo jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Skewered bananas cooking over an open fire, flames glowing in the jungle with Outreach Borneo during their survival skills lunch
Forest survival camp scene with people gathered by a small fire while food roasts, with Outreach Borneo near Kota Kinabalu
Rafting down Kiulu’s river near Kota Kinabalu with Outreach Borneo, paddling through rapids in an inflatable raft
Team preparing riverside lunch at a rustic cooking station, with Outreach Borneo, during a jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Outreach Borneo travellers pause in the Sabah jungle beside smoky survival-skill cooking, surrounded by tall trees
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Outreach Borneo travellers pause in the Sabah jungle beside smoky survival-skill cooking, surrounded by tall trees
Outreach Borneo group gathered around a campfire in the forest, with smoke from cooking during a jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Hikers crossing a wooden suspension bridge over a river gorge during an Outreach Borneo jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Skewered bananas cooking over an open fire, flames glowing in the jungle with Outreach Borneo during their survival skills lunch
Outreach Borneo travellers pause in the Sabah jungle beside smoky survival-skill cooking, surrounded by tall trees
Outreach Borneo group gathered around a campfire in the forest, with smoke from cooking during a jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Hikers crossing a wooden suspension bridge over a river gorge during an Outreach Borneo jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Skewered bananas cooking over an open fire, flames glowing in the jungle with Outreach Borneo during their survival skills lunch
Forest survival camp scene with people gathered by a small fire while food roasts, with Outreach Borneo near Kota Kinabalu
Rafting down Kiulu’s river near Kota Kinabalu with Outreach Borneo, paddling through rapids in an inflatable raft
Team preparing riverside lunch at a rustic cooking station, with Outreach Borneo, during a jungle adventure near Kota Kinabalu
Friends sharing lunch at a shaded riverside table beneath tall trees, during Outreach Borneo’s rafting and survival day in Sabah
Group posing on a leafy jungle path with Outreach Borneo, wearing hats and backpacks during a day of rafting and survival in Sabah
Outreach Borneo group smiling and throwing peace signs outside a covered porch, part of a jungle adventure in Sabah
Leaf-wrapped parcels of cooked food piled in a woven basket on a table, served during Outreach Borneo’s jungle lunch in Sabah
Grilled bananas cooking over hot coals on skewers at a jungle camp during an Outreach Borneo rafting and survival day in Sabah
Jungle camp cooking with Outreach Borneo, as a kettle simmers over an open fire for riverside lunch

1-Day Jungle Adventure: Rafting, Survival Skills & Riverside Lunch

Raft, Cook & Survive: Jungle adventure from Kota Kinabalu
4.9
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Group size
Up to 16 guests
DURATION
6.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
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Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 16 guests
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Off-the-Path Jungle Adventure: Raft, Cook & Learn Survival Skills
If you’re after something a bit different from the usual Kota Kinabalu day trip, this one's for you. This full-day jungle adventure combines a beginner-friendly 7km white-water rafting experience with hands-on survival skills, all led by locals who know these forests like the back of their hand. You’ll get a real taste of Borneo’s indigenous knowledge and culture, far away from the usual tourist trail.This experience brings you deeper into the heart of Kiulu village – where adventure meets ancient wisdom. You’ll learn how locals survive in the jungle using traditional methods passed down through generations, and prepare jungle treats with fire-making skills you’ll learn firsthand. It’s an authentic look into Borneo’s wild side, perfect for travellers who love culture, nature, and meaningful experiences.This is ideal if you prefer small-group adventures with a purpose – something immersive, educational, and off the beaten path.What to ExpectExciting 7km rafting journey through calm and rapid waters, with lush jungle viewsRiverside lunch after rafting – wholesome, local, and well-earnedLearn traditional survival skills from local experts: trap-making, bamboo crafting and machete safetyMaster primitive fire-making techniques and cook treats over the flames – grilled banana, sweet potato, and cornExperience a rare, hands-on glimpse into indigenous jungle lifeGood to KnowIncludes return transfers from Kota Kinabalu City Centre (~1hr drive each way)Duration is around 6.5 hours, including rafting, lunch, and skills workshopLed by friendly, knowledgeable local facilitators who make learning fun and safeSuitable for beginners – no rafting experience neededLunch and all activities includedAll meals served are muslim-friendly, with vegetarian options available upon prior notice

Experience highlights

Forest survival camp scene with people gathered by a small fire while food roasts, with Outreach Borneo near Kota Kinabalu
Craft bamboo tools like a local hunter
Outreach Borneo travellers pause in the Sabah jungle beside smoky survival-skill cooking, surrounded by tall trees
Learn fire-making with local experts
Bananas roasting on skewers over a camp fire during a riverside lunch with Outreach Borneo in Sabah, near Kota Kinabalu
Grill jungle snacks over open flame
Rafting down Kiulu’s river near Kota Kinabalu with Outreach Borneo, paddling through rapids in an inflatable raft
Raft 7km through jungle rapids

What You’ll be Doing

Rafting & jungle survival day trip to Kiulu Village
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What’s Included

White-water rafting
Lunch
Survival skills workshop
Day led by experienced local facilitators

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Start Point

Free pick-up from Kota Kinabalu City Centre(Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia)
  • 08:00am

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
08:00AM - 05:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Halal food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

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  • Cancellation

    Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund

  • Minimum Participants

    If there are fewer than 2 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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What to Pack

  • A set of dry clothes for changing
  • An open heart to learn and interact with locals
  • Dry bag
  • Hat
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Water shoes
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Mejin and June started Outreach Borneo back in 2018 with a simple idea—connecting travellers to the real Sabah through the eyes of its local communities. Based in Kiulu, they’ve built something truly special: a travel experience that feels more like being welcomed into someone’s home than joining a tour. Whether it's learning to cook over a bamboo fire, exploring jungle trails, or staying in village homestays, everything is thoughtfully done with the local people at heart. They work closely with families, guides, and farmers to make sure tourism brings real benefits to the area. What stands out most is how they’ve grown without losing sight of what matters—sharing culture, protecting nature, and making sure everyone involved gains something meaningful.
Experience: 8 years
Speaks: Basic English, Bahasa
Acceptance rate: 79%
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