White Water Kayaking Adventure

Please contact us for details on our single and multi-day guided kayak adventures on the Kiulu River ( grade 1-2+) and The Padas River ( grade 3-4+). Your adventure can also be customized to combine additional activities like rafting, mountain biking, jungle trekking, or wildlife tours.

Learn to Kayak - Kayaking Course

Discover the thrill of whitewater paddling in a comfortable atmosphere with the best instructors in Asia. This course focuses on taking those basic flat water kayaking skills on to the river. Let us make that transition to moving water a smooth, fun, safe and positive experience.

Then it is all about getting wet! Learn what to do with yourself and your boat in moving water while enjoying yourself at some of Kiulu's local river spots.

This is for you who have no experience with white-water kayaking. The Course takes place in beautiful natural surroundings in the Kiulu river, with spectacular views of the rainforest and Mount Kinabalu. At this place the water reaches temperatures of about 25 -33 Celsius all year round, which makes it a suitable and comfortable place to learn more about white-water kayaking.– and our base by the river is great place to relax after a day full of adventure and new experiences.

Intensity is high, with multiple subjects! If you have done a bit of flatwater kayaking, feel confident in water, and would like to experience the thrill and excitement of paddling rapid rivers under your own steam; 'Nature Awaits- White Water kayaking' course is for you. We start by looking at and refining your flat water paddling skills before going on to cover the essentials of white water paddling; ferry gliding, breaking in/out, wave surfing and stopper technique. We will also look closely at other skills such as reading and understanding water movement; safety and rescue techniques.

Day one starts on a calm river with: In and out of your kayak, paddle techniques, T-rescue, eskimo roll, in and out of an eddy, traversing. Day two we paddle on a class II river. We practice on elements from day one and continue with safety and reading the river.

Besides participating in the course you will have the opportunity to go on excursions in the area – an area that has a lot to offer! You could choose a hike in the beautiful rainforest surrounding the river, a trip to one of the hanging bridges – or just relax by the river. As well as an enthusiasm to learn and a sense of humour, participants should be competent swimmers. Prices from RM 650, all inclusive.

INTRODUCTION TO WHITEWATER KAYAKING – 1 DAY

This one day course typically takes place on a calm section (Class I) of the Kiulu river. In this course you will learn most of the basics covered in the 2 day course in an abbreviated format. On the day of the class expect to learn by doing. Kayaking is an inherently active and playful activity. We will travel straight to the site, get in our gear and boats and start paddling. Expect to get wet and feel very tired at the end of the day. Our days usually start around 9am and end by 5pm.

Price RM 350, includes transfers, use of all necessary equipment and Lunch. ( min 2 participants)

If you have already discovered the joys of whitewater kayaking and wish to master existing skills or build new ones to get you to that next level then this is the course for you.

These trips also allow the beginner to get back on the river with experienced instructors, gain access to kayak equipment for those who have not purchased their own, and work on intermediate level skills. Our instructors will tailor a lesson plan just for you. We can set you on the right course for that perfect 100% roll, we can coach you on the finer points of powerful and deliberate paddle strokes or we can guide you in more advanced river reading and navigation.

Each intermediate course is tailored to your individual goals and desires and can be structured into a 1, 2 or 3 day format where we can explore different sections of the Kiulu river. Price on request.

When you call or e-mail for a reservation we will ask for some personal information about yourself and each individual in your group. This is to ensure that we have the most appropriate selection of equipment, and choose the most appropriate sites for instruction. We will designate a meeting spot and answer any questions that you have. Please let us know if you have a special lunch request.