PADI Open Water Diver Course

This course consist of 1 day theory and 2 days practical.

Day 1

Classroom environment at the dive shop with the dive instructor teaching the academic Module One to Five. Learning the Principles and Basic Information of Diving. The class will start at 9:00 am and ends at 4:30 pm.

Day 2

Confined Water Dive One, Two and Three and Open Water Dive One And Two. Meet at the jetty at 9:00 am and head to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Islands. Upon arriving, you will immediately start the diving course (Confined Water Dive One, Two and Three) and after lunch break continue with Open Water Dive One and Two. Head back to Kota Kinabalu as soon as the course is over.

Day 3

Confined Water Dive Four & Five & Open Water Dive Three & Four. Morning, meet at the jetty and depart for Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Islands. Upon arriving, begin the course with Open Water Dive Three. After lunch break, continue with Open Water Dive Four & short test. Depart back to the jetty.

Leisure Dive

(Certified Diver)

Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park was established in 1974, just offshore Kota Kinabalu, in Sabah, East Malaysia on the island of Borneo. It comprises 49 square kilometres of which two-thirds are sea, and the rest is coral reefs and five islands (Mamutik, Manukan, Sulug, Sapi & Gaya). It is named after the first Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tunku Abdul Rahman. The park is administrered by Sabah Parks.

Dive site selection will be based on factors such as weather, visibility, current and divers experience. We provide experienced dive guides with a maximum of 6 divers per guide. The surface interval will be on Mamutik, Manukan or Sapi island where facilities such as a canteen, toilets and showers are available.

Discover Scuba Diving

(Non-Certified)

If you’re looking for a convenient way to try scuba, look to a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience to broaden your horizons. You can jump into this program near home in a pool, or on vacation near open water.

Give it a try. Diving can change your life.

- World's most popular introduction to scuba diving 
- Available in pool, ocean, river, lake, quarry or almost anywhere there's water
- Discover Scuba Diving skills may be credited toward the PADI Open Water Diver certification

- Average dive depth is 6 meters/ 20 feet (metres/ 40 feet is the maximum depth)

- Most Discover Scuba Diving experiences take just an hour or two

- No equipment necessary - everything's provided except you supply the smiles.

 

Proboscis Monkeys 

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Fireflies River Safari

Heading to the Southern part of Kota Kinabalu, a journey that takes approximately 2 hours drive. Enjoy the scenic view as you pass through paddy fields, oil palm plantation and native houses among others.

Upon arrival, light refreshment is served in the typical village house then on board for the 1½ hours boat cruise. With the bizarre-looking, Probiscis Monkeys gaining as much popularity with the tourists, the wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah. These tree-dwelling animals normally hunt for food in the evening. Other riverside residents that may be spotted are macaques, monitor lizards, the rare Silver Leaf Monkeys, crocodiles, water buffaloes, tree snakes and birds. 

Enjoy the breathtaking sunset along the river cruise and heading back to the jetty, a sumptuous dinner is served. Get a glimpse of the fireflies light up the bushes like Christmas trees (subject to weather condition).

Tambunan Rafflesia Centre

The journey takes approximately 1½ hours drive through the scenic view within Crocker Range Park to Tambunan Rafflesia Centre which located conveniently by the roadside.

Several site of Rafflesia Pricei are reachable from the centre on hiking trails. Visitors are advised to wear shoes ans socks and long pants. THe Rafflesia are located on the mountainside and 2 hours of hiking is often the norm to see them. Shoes and socks offer some protection against tiny leeches that live under the leaves and dead foliage.

After the long tiring hiking, lunch at the local restaurant before transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.

2 Days 1 Night
Mt. Kinabalu Climb

Day 1

A 1 1/2 hour drive to Kinabalu Park, scenic journey through the beautiful mountainous countryside of the Crocker Range. wait for that moment when we get a full view of the mountain up-close - literally breathtaking.

As soon as we arrive at the park, head to the headquarters to register for you climb. The moment you have everything organized, say hi to your mountain guide who will be your best friend over the next two days - they will be guiding you all the way up the mountain and back down again. Pick up your packed lunch and we will take you to the starting point of the climb, Timpohon Gate. It is here that we will wish you all the best of luck and send you off on your hike up. The trek up to 11,000 feet will take about 4 to five hours depending on your physical fitness. Don't worry, there are six shelters along the way where you can refill your water bottle and take breather.

Trekking on day 1 ends when you reach 11,000 feet. Once you reach this point, check into your overnight accommodation. Most will be staying in dormitories with bunk beds. If you prefer, you can stay in private rooms with heated showers which are available at the Laban Rata Resthouse. Also, only accommodation at Laban Rata is heated.

You have the rest of the day free. Rest from the day's trek and just enjoy being at the mountain. Have dinner in the evening and try to get an early night's sleep as you will have a very early morning the next day...(Packed Lunch & Dinner)

Day 2

Bright and early! Grab your torch and set off with your guide to climb to the peak. This time, the trek will take about 3 hours depending on your fitness level. The aim is to get to the peak just before sunrise and start coming down before the clouds come rolling in. But take your time because the trekking conditions on this day are very different so you should be extra careful.

FINALLY! You are at Low's Peak, 4095.2 metres above sea level and at the highest point in South East Asia. Hopefully the weather will be on your side for you to have a good view of the magnificent sunrise over Mount Kinabalu.

We are sure you would not want to budge from such a beautiful spot but unfortunately you will have to head back down to Laban Rata... for breakfast! Check out of your accommodation and start descending down to Timpohon Gate.


we will meet you at Timpohon Gate and take you back to the Park Headquarters where we will present you with a Certificate of Achievement that you earned. Congratulations!
 
It's time to start going back to Kota KInablau, but of course not before lunch  at the local restaurant.

2 Days 1 Night

Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs

About 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Springs through scenic countryside and beautiful mountain range . On the way, stop by at Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir.

Visit the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed or you may just take a dip in the open-air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have healing ability. Indulge yourself with the local cuisine at the local restaurant for lunch and later in the afternoon, continue your journey to mountain lodge for dinner and over night stay.

Breakfast at the café and proceed to Mt. Kinabalu Park, Malaysia's First World Heritage Site for a visit to Mountain Garden and the Exhibition Hall.

Kinabalu Park
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Poring Hot Springs

The most famous hot spring in Sabah. About 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Springs through scenic mountainous countryside. On the way, stop by at Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir.

Visit the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed or you may just take a dip in the open-air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have healing ability.

Indulge yourself with the local cuisine at the local restaurant and continue your journey to Mt. Kinabalu Park, Malaysia's First World Heritage Site for a visit to Mountain Garden and the Exhibition Hall.

Kinabalu Park Day Tour

The journey to Kinabalu Park takes about 1½ hours drive through scenic mountainous countryside. On the way, stop by at the Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir.

Upon arrival, follow the Park Naturalist on a guided trails walk and they will point out the various wonder. Visit the Mountain Garden and learn the values that kept in all the types of plants, trees and flowers for the local community while being amazed with the plants diversity that the park has to offer.

Enjoy the local dish for lunch at the local and after that you can visit the Exhibition Hall before you going back to the city center.

Two Island Hopping
** Manukan & Sapi **

Onboard for approximately 15 - 20 minutes boat ride to Manukan island, one of the best island to get best facilities and accommodation to enjoy sunlight, beach, water sports and never the less get close to the nature.

Transfer to Sapi island for a sumptuous BBQ lunch and free at leisure along the beach.

White Water Rafting
** Padas River **
( Grade 3- 4 or Intermediate )

Padas River is situated in the interior of southwestern part of Kota Kinabalu. Take advantage on the unique ride in an antique train and the exciting adrenalin rushing tour rafting down the Padas River.

The 30km white water rafting, making it the longest rafting journey in Borneo begins. After the 9^th kilometers of rafting which covers 7 classes III - IV rapids, a quick stop for a sumptuous lunch at Rayoh Station before continuing the rafting journey down the majestic rainforest of Borneo. Ending Point will be at Halogilat then speedboat ride to Beaufort Town

White Water Rafting
**Kiulu River**
(Grade 1-2 or Beginner)

For out door enthusiast, rafting down the Kiulu River is a must. About 1½ hours drive to Tamparulli area. Safety briefing is given by the river guide at the starting point and after the briefing, start rafting down to the ending point (Kiulu Town) which covering approximately 7 to 8 km.

Mesmerize yourself with the breathtaking surroundings while having a sumptuous BBQ lunch by the river side.

2 Days 1 Night
Kudat Rungus Long House
& Tip of Borneo

Experiencing life in a longhouse while taking part in community activities such as weaving and bead stringing at Kampung Bavanggazo. Indulge yourself with the local delicacies and cultural performances by the local people and its a must to see for yourself the magnificent scenery standing at the very tip of Borneo Island

Apart from the colorful culture and breathtaking scenery, take advantage on some of the local industry such as the Gong making at Kampung Sumangkap and the Honey bee harvesting at Kampung Gombizau.

Kudat Rungus Long House
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Tip of Borneo

Kudat is famous for its rich cultural heritage and blending of ethnic groups, especially the Rungus, the largest and the main ethnic group living in Kudat.

On the way, stopover to see the Gong Making and Bee Farm. Then proceed to the unique attractions include the Bavanggazo Longhouses, planned and developed as a cultural centrepiece by the Rungus community at Kampong Bavanggazzo as a means to display and conserve their cultural heritage. Experiencing life in a longhouse while taking part in community activities such as weaving and bead stringing.

Visit to the "Tip of Borneo" to view the magnificent scenery standing at the very tip of Borneo Island before your return to Kota Kinabalu City.