Explore nature trails through lush rainforests, tranquil valleys, and rivers, passing vibrant rice fields and small cottage industries along the foothills of Mount Kinabalu. Be welcomed by the friendly community of Tanak Nabalu Homestay in Lobong Lobong Village, where you’ll enjoy an authentic taste of local culture, rituals, cuisine, and everyday life.
Meet the driver and guide at 07:00 and be transferred for 2 hours from Kota Kinabalu to the Eco Village of Tambatuon located in the foothills of Mount Kinabalu in a beautiful valley by the Kedamaian River. This is a traditional Dusun Village where there is a chance to catch a glimpse of the life of the villagers.
First, be introduced to the local trekking guides and go on a short tour around Tambatuon Eco Village before departing at 09:00 for the 6-hour trek to Tanak Nabalu Homestay situated in Lobong Lobong Village at the base of Mount Kinabalu.
Today’s trek will pass the valley between the two villages. Trekking through rice paddies, farmland, and some jungle trails to the backdrop of Mount Kinabalu. Start the trek over Tambatuon’s famous suspension bridge before taking a gentle trek on flat terrain, meandering alongside a beautiful river flowing from Mount Kinabalu.
Stop for a packed lunch en route and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Listen to the guides as they explain the local farming techniques, river harvesting, rubber tapping and fruits and vegetables grown in the plantations of this fertile land.
Trek through open plantations before a short and undulating trail through the rainforest and over a shallow river. There are some short but steep climbs before the final stretch as the trail opens up between villages.
Arrive at Lobong Lobong Village late afternoon to a warm welcome from the villagers. Settle into the designated families’ homestay (twin rooms with communal toilets and showers). Tuck into light snacks served by the family.
Dinner will be served before the meeting in the communal hall for evening entertainment of local music, dancing and a cultural show.
Overnight at Tanak Nabalu Homestay
Inclusions:
🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner
This morning, relax around the village or join in a variety of activities with the local villagers (activities will vary depending on the season). Learn the planting and harvesting of rice and how to make traditional rice wine. Taste some rice wine before taking a walk around the village and to the nearby plantation to learn about the local villagers’ livelihood.
Enjoy lunch at the homestay before saying goodbye to the villagers and continuing back to Kota Kinabalu or onwards to Kinabalu Park.
Note: For guests departing from locations that cannot arrive at Tambatuon Village by the 09:00 start time, the program can be done in reverse—starting with a trek from the village of Lobong Lobong to Tambatuon. Please consult your local Travel Consultant to request the reverse itinerary.
Inclusions:
☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch
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