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 The Padas and Kiulu are the two most popular rivers for
white water rafting. ‘White water’ is the foam that forms on the
surface of the water as it breaks over the river rocky bed. And
to get the perfect white water, you would need a fast flowing river.
Padas is the ultimate experience both in the adrenaline rush that
accompanies rafters as they shoot the rapids as well as the unique
mode of transport to get to the starting point.
To get there, you have to travel part of your journey on the only
public railway still in service in the whole island of Borneo. Enjoy
this journey that takes you through time – the railway has been
in service for almost a century – and through the rugged countryside
of southeastern Sabah. Then embark on a roller-coaster ride through
rapids with names such as Headhunter, Adrenaline Flow, Merry-Go-Round
before enjoying a sumptuous barbeque lunch at the end of the trip.
Kiulu is a gentler river with some pretty good rapids and lots a
scenic atmosphere. The river’s cool clear water is simply too inviting
and you won’t be able to resist jumping in for a spot of body rafting.
Ideal for beginners and perfect for a half-day tour. |
