Highlights
- Traverse breathtaking landscapes through pristine rainforest with a 9-kilometre hike offering panoramic views and nature encounters
- Take a refreshing dip in the Longkugungan & Pitomuan Rivers and relax amidst nature
- Immerse yourself in vibrant indigenous culture with local communities from the villages of Longkugungan, Kalangaan, Pitomuan, and Tugudon
- Experience Sabahan warmth and hospitality with village homestays.
- Savour local flavours with a traditional linopot lunch by the river
Overview
Explore the heart of Borneo with our 3-day, 2-night Leaf Circuit Trek Adventure, a journey deep into the untouched natural beauty and vibrant local culture of the Crocker Range Biosphere Reserve. You will traverse pristine landscapes, from rainforests to rivers, and connect deeply with local traditions and the welcoming communities of Longkugungan, Kalangaan, Pitomuan, and Tugudon.
Your journey begins with a scenic hike through pristine forests, following ridgelines and river paths to reach the remote village of Longkugungan. The adventure continues as you explore further into Crocker Range, hiking to either Kalangaan or Pitomuan. Each step offers a chance to absorb the serene environment, from the gentle flow of rivers to the expansive paddy fields that define the landscape.
The final day culminates with a hike to Tugudon, where you will enjoy a traditional linopot lunch by the river before heading back to Kota Kinabalu. Throughout the trip, engage with the locals, learn about their ways of life, and enjoy the unique opportunity to stay in authentic village homes, experiencing firsthand the warmth and hospitality of Borneo’s Kadazan Dusun indigenous community. This tour is more than just a journey – it's an enriching experience that brings you face-to-face with the magic and majesty of Crocker Range.
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General Itinerary
DAY 1Kota Kinabalu / Tambunan / Kampung Longkugungan
Departure from Kota Kinabalu
7:00AM: Meet with your driver and depart to the meeting point.
Meet-Up Point at Tambunan
8:00AM: Meet up at Mile 32, Tambunan Road (1,600m a.s.l.).
Hike to Kampung Longkugungan
9:00AM: Begin your 9km hike to Kampung Longkugungan, hiking on the ridgeline in the pristine forest before going down the long spur to Longkugungan River.
Arrival at Kampung Longkugungan
2:00PM: Hike along and across the river to get to Longkugungan, and spend the night at the village hall or at a host house (600m a.s.l.).
DAY 2Kampung Kalangaan OR Kampung Pitomuan
Departure to Kampung Kalangaan / Pitomuan
8:00AM: Depart Longkugungan and hike to Kampung Kalangaan (5km) or Pitomuan (7km from Kalangaan).
Arrival at Kampung Kalangaan / Pitomuan
Spend the night at either Kalangaan (450m a.s.l.) or Pitomuan (540m a.s.l.), where you will have the opportunity to mingle with hosts and immerse yourself in the surrounding river, paddy fields, and overall environment.
DAY 3Kampung Tugudon / Kota Kinabalu
Departure to Kampung Tugudon
7:00AM: Depart Kalangaan / Pitomuan and hike along Pitomuan River to Kampung Tugudon (4km), stopping at the riverside for a traditional linopot (leaf-wrapped rice) lunch.
Arrival at Kampung Tugudon
3:30PM: Estimated arrival at Tugudon (1,000m a.s.l.).
End of Tour / Departure to Kota Kinabalu
3:45PM: Your tour ends here – time to return to Kota Kinabalu.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Important Notes
- Minimum 2 pax adults required to book. Maximum 6 pax per booking.
- This package is based on a join-in basis of a shared guide. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform your tour operator when making your bookings.
- Bookings must be made one (1) month in advance.
- Your safety is always the top priority. Should weather conditions deem it unsafe to proceed with this activity, your tour operator reserves the right to change or cancel the activity. If your tour operator cancels the tour for other reasons not caused by your fault or negligence, you will have the choice of:
- A substitute tour of the equivalent or superior value
- A substitute tour of lesser value if no tour of equivalent or superior value is reasonably available, and recover the difference in price from your tour operator
- A credit note for the cancelled tour for future booking
- No reimbursements, discounts or refunds will be issued for services that are missed or unused after tour departure due to no fault of your tour operator, e.g. your removal from a tour due to your negligence or breach of the terms and conditions.
- No refunds will be issued for cancellations made by guests, except in the event of extenuating circumstances.
- Your tour operator reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation should conditions beyond their control render it necessary.
- All participants must pay attention to their instructors’ equipment briefing, safety briefing, safety warnings, and instructions. It is the responsibility of all participants to seek clarification for anything not understood from these briefings.
- Transfers outside of Kota Kinabalu city will incur additional charges:
- Nexus Resort: RM100
- Shangri-La Rasa Ria: RM100
- Please notify your tour operator of any dietary preferences or food allergies prior to your trip. Vegetarians and food allergies can be accommodated with prior notice.
- No wheelchair or stroller access available on this tour.
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