Review Author: Cooper Ravensak

Review Date: 18 Nov 2024

Review Body: This is a bucket-list experience while in Sabah. Andrey was phenomenal and always went out of his way to make the experience even better. The food was outstanding and you can eat in a sheltered area located at a beautiful spot next to the Padas River. The rafting was very thrilling and the multiple rapids provided a remarkable experience. I couldn't recommend the Padas River Rafting enough if you are looking for an exhilarating rafting experience while in Sabah.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Colin Winterbottom

Review Date: 20 Jun 2025

Review Body: The location was fantastic, and the drive and train rides to get there were part of the great day. The guides were very skilful and made the trip very very memorable. The rafting was absolutely memorable. The journey back on the railway line on a bogey pushed along by a motorbike just needs to be experienced. Great value.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Hannah

Review Date: 09 Dec 2024

Review Body: Had an amazing experience with Xtreme Paddlers! Not only were the rapids really fun but the staff where so friendly and welcoming. Also the food was amazing :)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Neil Everett

Review Date: 29 Mar 2026

Review Body: Very peaceful and uncrowded . Great staff. A lot of fun. Level 4 is more like a level 3 rapid but that might be time of year (March).

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mia kong

Review Date: 12 Dec 2025

Review Body: Pretty nice place, workers and instrutor very helpful and good service.. Will come again next time.

Review rating: 4

Review Author: Zoe

Review Date: 06 Jul 2025

Review Body: This was such an incredible experience. Our guide Andrey was amazing. My brother and I are quite confident swimmers, so he was more than happy to let us explore the reef and do our own thing, while keeping an eye on us and ensuring we were safe. He also took lots of photos for us to look back on which was so lovely. Watching the sunset from out on the water is a truly breathtaking experience. It is less so a guided tour and more just a chilled evening swimming and floating out in the water, but if you are a less confident swimmer there were plenty of guided around to help out and even connect you to their own paddle boards etc. What a great experience made even better by our brilliant guide Andrey!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sandy

Review Date: 31 May 2025

Review Body: Our tour guide was Lester, he was hilarious!!! He is from a local hunting tribe and he taught us about a poisonous tree, how to break rocks, how to skip rocks, and he even had us feed fish with our hands (ah!). The river itself wasn’t wild, so it was a nice flow! He even gave people a chance to “body raft” in a couple of areas that were safer. I’m vegan and I told them beforehand and they accommodated my dietary restrictions.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Great Value for a Beautiful Experience

Review Date: 08 Aug 2026

Review Body: Kayaking was a great way for me to experience the sunset at the equator in Kota Kinabalu! I didn’t know how to kayak but they paired me with the guide and taught me how. We kayaked for a while took some breaks and then waited for the sunset. It was a little bit of exercise, a little bit chill and a great experience. They also had group gender showers which was nice to rinse off after being in the water.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tim

Review Date: 24 Feb 2026

Review Body: Wir hatten eine private Tour. Wir konnten individuell das machen , was wir mochten. Sie zeigten uns alle Skills mit dem SUB und waren beide positiv verrückt. Hat Spaß gemacht. Während der SUP Tour ist auch Schnorcheln und schwimmen möglich. Es gibt da keine wirkliche Zeitbegrenzung. Duschen sowie Umkleiden sind auch Vorort. Lohnt sich, wir empfehlen es weiter.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Celeste

Review Date: 12 Apr 2026

Review Body: Thanks so much for such a unique experience. We were able to paddle out way further than the paddleboarders/ others at sea to get a completely serene and beautiful view of sunset. Thanks for the gorgeous photos you took too!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ari Sofianidis

Review Date: 03 Mar 2026

Review Body: This was such a fun activity to do in KK. Even though I’m terrible at paddle boarding it was nice being out on the water relaxing as the sun sets, plus they do their best to get you the perfect photo!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Su weijie

Review Date: 01 Mar 2023

Review Body: Professional and well-equipped with all the necessary safety gear. Fun and enjoyable day with Xtreme Paddlers. Also with photography of the event. Highly recommended for friends and family.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jane

Review Date: 27 Apr 2026

Review Body: Excellent trip, loved every minute. The beautiful river, the gentle rapids, the swims in between the rapids. Thanks for the fabulous trip.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Bennett

Review Date: 01 Sep 2025

Review Body: Really great experience, would go again. Staff are professional and friendly, they help you to take photos too!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Dylan

Review Date: 08 Apr 2026

Review Body: Amazing. Friendly guide and beautiful sunset.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chelsea

Review Date: 01 Jun 2024

Review Body: Abit of a wait at the start but very fun overall, esp for the kids.

Review rating: 4

Review Author: Zoe

Review Date: 04 Apr 2026

Review Body: We did paddleboarding for sunrise - we had the beach to ourselves which felt lovely and exclusive. The sunrise itself was underwhelming due to cloud but can’t force Mother Nature! It would’ve been better if the company knew we were arriving and had equipment set up given we set a 04:40 alarm. Sunset is probably the better (but busier) option.

Review rating: 3

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Train to Padas, whitewater rafting, lunch, return train.

Itinerary Description: ITINERARY 0400hrs: Meet at hotel lobby in Kota Kinabalu city and board transport for a 3 hour drive to Tenom Train Station.  ​ 0700hrs-0715hrs: Expected time to arrive at Tenom Train Station 0730hrs: Tour begins with the train ride to Xtreme Paddlers Padas basecamp at Pangi (30mins ride). Upon arriving at the basecamp, enjoy a sumptuous breakfast buffet before changing to your watersport apparel. 0900hrs: Aboard motored trolley to get to the rafting starting point. Gear up and attend compulsory safety briefing upon arriving at the starting point. 1000hrs: Experience the ultimate white water class III & IV and enjoy the extreme trip, nerve tingling excitement which is crescendos rapid after rapid till finally reach the ending point (rafting activity takes approx. 1.5hrs - 2hrs depending on river condition)​ 1130hrs: Once arrive at ending point, aboard the motored trolley to return to the basecamp in Pangi. At the basecamp, freshen up and enjoy a sumptuous local lunch buffet.  1330hrs: From Pangi station, aboard a h train and return to Tenom Train station 1400hrs: Arrive at Tenom Train station. Continue your journey to your next destination or aboard coach to return to Kota Kinabalu city. 1700hrs: Estimated time arrival at Kota Kinabalu city. Disclaimer: The itinerary and timings listed are provisional and subject to change before or on the day of travel due to operational considerations, including weather conditions or railway scheduling.