2 Days Kiulu Valley Farmstay
Kiulu Farmstay is a beautiful community based ecotourism project situated by the Kiulu River that acts as a catalyst for community development and capacity building. This rustic eco-lodge has a variety of outdoor adventure activities to enjoy, suited to everyone regardless of the type of getaway being sought, whether it is a romantic couples’ retreat, an educational family holiday filled with unforgettable memories, or a group getaway – Kiulu Farmstay ticks all the boxes.
Day-to-Day Itinerary
Soak up the beauty of the Kiulu Valley and learn more about local customs at the Fig Tree. In the morning, we transfer to this ecotourism project, stopping on the way at the Tamparuli Suspension Bridge, a nearby local market and to admire the scenic view of the Kiulu Valley. We are greeted with a warm welcome at the Fig Tree in Kampung Mantob and are briefed on the programme of the day by our local guide. We then try our hand at some cultural activities such as traditional rice processing, blow piping, rice planting and rubber tapping before enjoying a traditional lunch. In the afternoon, we embark on a leisurely village walk through stunning landscapes as we pass the local school, alongside lush paddy fields and a hanging bridge before returning to the Fig Tree. If time and weather permits, we can take a dip in the cooling Kiulu River. After dinner, we have the chance to chat with locals to learn more about the village history and listen to folktales before bed.
Overnight at homestay.
After breakfast at the homestay, we continue our journey as we transfer to Kota Kinabalu.
Route
- Tour departs daily with minimum of 2 persons. 100% surcharge applicable for single traveller;
- Child rate (age 0-12 years old): 75% from adult rate based on respective pax range;
- Seat-in-coach tours operated daily with English-speaking guide; minimum 2 pax and maximum 8 pax required unless stated otherwise;
- Effective from 1 September 2017 onwards, a Tourism Tax of MYR10.00 per room per night will be levied directly to the non-Malaysian guests at the hotel upon check-out;
- We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this tour; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant;
- We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the tour in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests;
- Guests traveling over and during local holidays may experience longer waiting times than normal, may see certain sites being closed down, and this program may be subject to supplementary charges;
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this;
- Tours and excursions often include obstacles of various kinds that may not make this excursion suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility;
- The protection of the country’s flora, fauna and its historical and cultural treasures is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles;
- Please ensure that you bring personal toiletries and towel, insect repellent, hat, walking / trekking shoes, good grip sandals, drinking water bottle, swimming attire, camera, raincoat, sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us. Even when it is cloudy, the sun still has an immense power;
- All mentioned times, durations and stops are based on approximations and may change due to unforeseen circumstances, weather and traffic conditions beyond our control.
- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guiding services / assistance. Other languages are on request and are subject to availability;
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
- Accommodation with shared area and common bathroom;
- All meals as indicated in the programme (food only);
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated;
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement;
- Any domestic / international airline tickets, airport taxes, visa fees, specific camera / video fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general pick-up / drop-off regions (such as airports, out-of-town resorts, ports, harbours and accommodation in surrounding towns);
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program;
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers;
- Voluntary carbon emission compensation: USD 1.50 per person per day.
This is one of our Sustainable Trails, an excursion that maximises positive impacts on local communities and minimises negative impacts on the environment in the following ways:
- Eat locally – Meals are cooked by local communities using delicious locally- sourced ingredients;
- Stay eco-friendly – Stay overnight at a traditional homestay for a truly local experience;
- Empower viably – The primary objective behind developing community-based tourism in the Kiulu Valley is to alleviate poverty among the local communities by creating new income sources and job opportunities – your visit acts as a catalyst for community development and capacity building.
