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At a Glance
At a Glance
Enjoy a night drive spotting wildlife on your first night at Maliau, followed by a three-day hike in Maliau Basin based out of Ginseng Camp. The hike will include treks to Ginseng Falls and Maliau Falls.
Details
4 days 3 nights
Private trip
Up to 12 persons
Strict Cancellation
Activities
Wildlife
Ecotourism
Off-grid Adventure
Hiking - UNESCO Site, Rainforest, Waterfalls
Suitable For
Backpackers
Solo Travellers
Couples
Small Groups
Trip Highlights
Crocker Ranges
Ginseng Falls
Agathis Camp
Maliau Falls
What's included
What's included
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Night 1 at Maliau Basin Studies Centre - 6-person Dorm Room (Shared), Night 2 at Ginseng Camp - 20-Person Dorm Room (Shared), Night 3 at Ginseng Camp - 20-Person Dorm Room (Shared)
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Return Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
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4WD Vehicle and driver
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Fees (i.e. conservation fee, entrance fees and trekking fees)
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Meals, snacks, coffee/tea & drinking water
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River Junkie Nature Guide
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Leech socks
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Availability
Availability
Scheduled Trip Dates
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Prices shown in USD
Where You'll Meet
Where You'll Meet
- Anywhere in Kota Kinabalu 07:00am
What You'll Do
What You'll Do
This is a sample itinerary and may be weather-dependent.
Day 1: Airport - Crocker Ranges - Keningau - Maliau Gate - Maliau Basin Studies Centre
Today you will be making your way towards Maliau Basin Studies Centre.
Accommodation: Maliau Basin Studies Centre - 6-person Dorm Room (Shared)
- 07:00am - Pick-up at Anywhere in Kota Kinabalu
- Trek past Crocker Ranges and Keningau
- Short break in Keningau for last minute supplies
- Trek towards Maliau Gate
- Introductory walk around Study Centre
- Night drive/Night walk
Day 2: Maliau Basin Studies Centre - Agathis Camp - Ginseng Camp - Ginseng Falls - Ginseng Camp
Today you will be taking a 9-hour trek towards Ginseng Camp to enjoy the scenery of Ginseng Falls.
Accommodation: Ginseng Camp - 20-Person Dorm Room (Shared)
- Breakfast
- Head towards Agathis Camp
- Trek towards Ginseng Camp (9km)
- Break at Ginseng Falls
- End the day in Ginseng Camp
Day 3: Ginseng Camp - Maliau Falls - Ginseng Camp
Today you will be trekking up Maliau Falls to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Accommodation: Ginseng Camp - 20-Person Dorm Room (Shared)
- Breakfast
- Trek towards Maliau Falls (4.5km per way)
- Break at Maliau Falls
- Head back to Ginseng Camp
Day 4: Ginseng Camp - Agathis Camp - Kota Kinabalu
Today you will be making your way back to Kota Kinabalu to end the trip.
- 07:00am - Pick-up at Anywhere in Kota Kinabalu
- Breakfast
- Hike back to Agathis Camp (9km)
- Drive back to Kota Kinabalu
- 08:00pm - Drop-off at Anywhere in Kota Kinabalu
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Meet your guide
River Junkie
We’re big fans of River Junkie in Sabah. River Junkie have been arranging trips for adventurous travellers around Sabah for many years and are highly reliable and wonderful guides who really take care of their guests. They will be prompt and professional in handling the logistics of the climb.
12 years experience
Community-Based
Litter-Free
River Junkie Policies
River Junkie Policies
Covid Cancellation Policy (for bookings after 1 Sept 2020)
If you can't travel because of Covid restrictions, you can choose to get a full refund,
Seek Sophie credits (no expiry, 110% of trip value) or reschedule your trip at no additional cost.
Your choice, no questions asked.
Usual Cancellation Policy (for Non-Covid reasons)
As River Junkie pays for your trip’s logistics in advance,
you can only cancel for free within 24 hours of your booking,
provided that this is at least 2 weeks before your trip starts.
Helpful Questions from Other Travellers
What should I pack?
45 litres+ backpack
Basic first aid items (ibuprofen, bandaids, gauze, antiseptic)
Clothing (i.e. Waterproof jacket, long trousers preferably tight to keep the leeches out, jumper as it gets cold at night, short sleeve shirts for the daytime)
Dry bag
Flip flops (for showers at Ginseng camp)
Hat
Headlamp
Hiking boots
Insect repellent
Long socks
Sleeping bag (as it gets cold at Ginseng camp)
Sunscreen
Swimwear
Towel
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