This tour is off the beaten track and it is unlikely that you will see any other tourists. Vegetation will change from montane forest on the first day to lowland forest on the last day with opportunities to meet local Dusun people in isolated villages.

Day 1                     

Depart your hotel for 1 hour drive to Km 50 Tambunan Road. Upon arrival, commence trekking at 1,500m above sea level, walking downhill on a 45° slope, passing through native villages, primary and secondary jungle/shifting  cultivation  (5 hours). Overnight at Village Community Hall. (LD)

Day 2 – 3              

Trekking on gentle terrain and ridges, criss-crossing rivers, native villages, jungle and paddy fields. Daily 5-8 hours trekking depending on the water level and physical fitness. Overnight at Village Community Hall by river bank. (BLD)

Day 4                     

After breakfast, continue your last day of jungle trekking (5 hours) passing through a mixture of paddy fields and secondary jungle. Return to Kota Kinabalu after lunch at the local coffee shop. (BL)

Crocker Range in Brief

The Crocker Range is a forest covered mountain range which stretches in a south westerly direction mount Kinabalu towards the Sabah – Sarawak border. It separates the coastal plains from the remainder of the state. Frequently shrouded in rain clouds, the peak rise to between 1200 – 1800 meters above sea and coastal plains. Formerly a forest reserve, its 1399 square kilometers became a national park in 1984. It is the largest park in Sabah

The Crocker Range is bisected by the Padas Gorge, through which swirls the mighty Padas River. The maintenance of the Crocker Range under its natural forest cover is vital to protect clean, constant water supplies for communities in the foothills and plains to both the west and east.

Previously, there was no road from the mountain to the coastal town but only with bridle paths crisscrossing the hinterlands. This bridle path took the villagers down to the coastal town, bartering for salt, matches and kerosene. This path has since been known as Salt Trail.

 

Items to Bring: Leech socks, long pants for during trekking, sleeping bag at comfort zone 15°C or 23°C, Therma-Rest or sleeping mat, Rain cover or water tight proof bags, Water tight proof bags, 2.5 liter drinking water bottle, swim wear, Insect repellent, walking stick, head lamps (including extra bulb and batteries), personal toiletries, slipper or sandals and energy food (chocolate, raisins, nuts, rehydration salt, glucose, etc)

Note: Temperature at night could go down to 13°C you are recommended to bring your own sleeping bag, Therma-Rest or sleeping mat. However, mosquito net will be provided. Porters will be available to carry part of your belongings with your backpack or knapsack. All trekkers are required to fill in a confidential Medical Information Form and Indemnity Form which will be provided during pre-briefing session prior to commencement of tour. Physical fitness is essential.

All itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.