Kiulu Valley had officially opened the Quad bike activity to the local. And I am super glad to know that we are the first group after the launching! Six of us arrives at Kg. Mantob at 8.30am. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a warm welcome by the local community. After enjoying light refreshment at Anty Nuriah’s place, we were given a safety briefing by Pius-our guide [including signing the indemnity form]. Thereafter, we proceed to the open field where we have the opportunity to do a practice run.
We enjoy the light refreshment.
Pius giving safety briefing and signing the indemnity form.
Safety and 'how-to' briefing by marshal in charge - (Johari)
After few rounds of practice run, we were ready to embark on a three-hour guided quad bike adventure. It was an exciting moment for the Kg Mantob community and also for us. Most of us had never done the Quad bike activity before. This is definitely something different from our normal weekend.
Let the journey began.
Few rounds at the field to familiarize with the quad bike.
Ready to start the journey!!
Final briefing by Pius.
Passing through bridge (junction to Kg. Dumpiring).
The group departed from Kg. Mantob around 9am in the morning. The weather was nice and everyone was excited and thrilled to get started. The group was lead by Johari who is the marshal in charge that day. He went with his motorcycle, while a four-wheel drive escorted the group from behind in case for emergency.
The route ended when the gravel road ends. The distance covered is approximately 11.3km. The group takes a break for a while before returning to the Fig Tree for lunch.
Passing scenic view of the valley.
Downhill and uphill road.
First stop to see the barking deer.
Visiting the local community.
Journey continued for another 3km.
Windy road. Look easy but it is quite challenging.
End of the gravel road.
Return back to Fig Tree.
Uphill road.
Everyone can drive.
A ‘must place to stop’ for group photo.
The group stopped at the last checkpoint to see the scenic view of the three villages. Kg. Mantob, Kg. Dumpiring and Kg. Pinagon Baru, where they can also see the Fig Tree.
At the eco lodge - Fig Tree for lunch.
Lunch time!! Enjoying the scrumptious lunch prepared by the local.
Lunch at the Fig Tree is followed by interpretation by Pius regarding the tour package available and also the Community Based Tourism in the area. The session also gives opportunity for the participants to give feedback on the quad bike activity.
Bid farewell. Group photo is a must.
Finally, it was a wrap for the day full of adventure. Seeing the beautiful country side while driving a quad bike up and down the gently sloping hills, passing through the villages and beyond with views of the paddy fields, plantations, jungles and native animals was truly a wonderful and precious experience. We departed back to Kota Kinabalu at 2.30pm.
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