White
Water Rafting in Perak, Belum Rainforest
Singoh River - Grik
(River Rapid 2 to 6 Grades)
White Water Rafting activities
at Sungai Singoh in the state of Perak with a travelling
time by road approx. 5 hours drives from Kuala Lumpur.
Have you heard of Tasik Temengor? It is one of the largest
man made lake with an area of 15,200 hectares of water with
many interesting rivers. We has recently located a challenging
one which will guarantee satisfaction for any rafters or
white water enthuthiast.
From the Put In to the Put Out points which covers a distance
of about approximately 13 km, there are numerous rapids
ranging from Grade 3 to Grade 6 and 2 waterfall (not raftable).The
forest lining the river is interesting with many small clear
streams flowing into the main river. There is a small community
of Orang Asli (Jahai and Temiar) at the lower end of the
river.
Package
Description
Includes
1. White Water Raft (6 person
per raft)
2. Rafting Gears (Paddle, PFD & Helmet)
3. Safety River Equipment's
4. Fullboard meals (3B, 3L, 2D and 1Refreshment)
5. Service of Raft Captain & Camp. Equipment
6. Group First Aid Kit
Excludes
1.
Transportation (Ex. Belum, Grik Town, Perak)
2.
Insurance
Group
Size
Minimum:
10 Participants
Maximum: 50 Participants
Safety
Safety
briefing will be conducted on land before the participants
enter the water and then further instruction is conducted
in the water before we set off for the adventure trip. All
our guides carry throw bags(rescue rope) and wear PFDs (life
jacket) which are designed for swift water rescue in order
to carry two persons should the need arise. If a participant
cannot complete the river rapid test then we would suggest
him/her not to continue the journey, for his/her own safety
reason. Payment will be refunded in full.
What
to Wear & Bring
1. A POSITIVE, FRIENDLY ATTITUDE &
GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR!!
2. One set rafting clothing
3. One set sleeping clothing
4. One set spare clothing
5. River
sandals or sport shoes with lace
6. Sunblock lotion
7. Small Torchlight
8. Basic toiletries & Bath Towel
9. Personal medication (Guide to be informed)
10. Insect repellent spray or rub on Cameras (optional)
11. Personal
medication and craving
Other
Rivers
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ITINERARY
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Day
1: Kuala
Lumpur / Grik
After breakfast at Grik Town between 8:00am,
drive to Banding Island about 45 KM from Grik.
Upon arrival transfer to the starting of the
trek to Chewis river. The trek downhill about
3.5 hours will pass through old logging road
and then primary rainforest. Upon arrival at
Chewis river, the PUT IN point, light refreshment
will be serve and then briefing on the aspect
of whitewater rafting. Raft down to Kuala Mangga
and camp the night at the confluence of Mangga
river
and Singoh river.
The rafting will be about 2 hours with rapid
of Grade 1 to Grade 3.
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Day
2: Singoh River / Kuala Sami
After
breakfast, at 7:30am, break camp, briefing and
practical exercise before the rafting down Singoh
river.
The run will be between 4 - 6 hours depending
on water level and group size over rapids with
grades ranging from Grade 1 to Grade 5. There
will be a couple of refreshment stops along
the way. Camping overnight at Kuala Sami over
looking Jeram Sami.
(Breakfast / Trail Lunch / Dinner) (Camping)
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Day
3: Singoh river / Emban river
/ Pulau Banding / Kg.
Tekam
Breakfast
and break camp at 0730. Raft down Singoh river
for a duration of about
4 hours to the TAKE OUT point at Emban riverand
then by motorised boat to Pulau Banding. After
cleaning up and late lunch, depart to destination
of origin. Rafting distance about 7.5 KM with
rapids from Grade 1 to Grade 4 ending at the
"famous" Kg. Tekam.
(Breakfast / Trail Lunch / Lunch) (Camping)
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Fitness,
Health & Experience:
While good health and a positive mental attitude are
essential, you do not need to have prior experience.
Swimming ability is recommended but not essential, many
non-swimmers travel with us each year. OXBold Sports
and our guides reserve the right to refuse to carry
any client who is deemed to endanger the safe running
of the trip. "Pregnant women will be refused
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Indemnity
Form:
Each participant is required to
sign an Indemnity Form before the water rafting trip
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Security:
Please leave all your
valuable items inside the car/van or to river guide.
We are not responsible for valuable item loss during
the rafting. Please do not bring valuable item to rafting
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Responsibility:
OXBold Sports and our guides reserve
the right to make such alteration to departure and completion
dates, due to low water level, reducing the extent of
a trip, etc, that we deem necessary due to road, river
or weather conditions or other conditions beyond our
control including minimum safe running numbers, before
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ADD ON
This
is the optional item which is not includes in the package rate.
Customer have the option to choose either to add-on to your
package. Please advise us if you need this add-on item to be
added to your package. Just fill it at the Special Request/Commnet
column on the Reservation Form.mnet
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By
Car
Just follow the
PLUS Hihgway until Gerik Town, Perak .
Approx. 5 hours drive from KL and 3 hours drives from Butterworth.
After Gerik proceed to Pulau Banding. Pulau Banding is located
within the Belum-Temengor rainforest, which is situated midway
between the east and west coasts of Malaysia. The nearest
towns to Belum are Gerik in Perak and Jeli in Kelantan, which
are connected by the East-West Highway. Driving to Pulau Banding
from Kuala Lumpur takes about five hours.
From
Kuala Lumpur, take the North-South Highway and head north
towards Ipoh. Take the Kuala Kangsar exit and head towards
Gerik, bypassing the town of Lenggong. This highway will
take you straight to Pulau Banding.
By Bus
There are a number of buses from Hentian Duta in Kuala Lumpur
that can take you to Pulau Banding. For information on schedules
and pricing, visit Hentian Duta at Persiaran Duta, 50480
Kuala Lumpur, or call 03-6203 3150
By
Private Coach
Just inform us which
hotel or where you want to pick up. We will arrange the coach
to pick you up and return. Rate differ from the pick-up point
and number or people per coach. Please call our Hotline at
019-6638336 to request for a coach service. The coach or limousine
can accomodate from 2 people up to 40 people. We also provide
pick up from KLIA, LCCT (Airasia Airport), city hotels and
Singapore.
Meeting Point
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Driving
directions from (A)
Jalan Duta Toll, KL to (B)
Grik Town, Perak - Jalan Baling, Kuala Kangsar
is 328 km
– about 4
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Frequent
Ask Questions
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What is the best trip for me?
It is depend on your objective and how
adventure people you are. The most thrilling river in peninsular
malaysia will be Singor River in Belum Rainforest at Grik, Perak. It required more
experience rafters to participate. If this is your first rafting experience, then Kampar River in Gopeng will be the perfect choice. It is a great river for family outing. If you look for family outing rafting
trip, It is an
easy river to raft and less rapid. The most popular river will be Selangor River located just one and a half hour ride from Kuala Lumpur. With rapid grading from 1 to 4. It's perfect for adventure thrill seekers. If you are travel in East Malaysia. Padas River in Sabah will be the popular river to raft. It is depend on what you
want and who you are. However if you are comfortable
with water and water confidence person. You may join any river for raft.
Must I know how to swim?
Many rafters cannot swim but you should
be comfortable in water. On all trips, Coast Guard-approved
lifejackets are provided and must be worn. On advanced trips
it is recommended that you have basic swimming skills. In general
you should be comfortable in water and all rafters should be
able to follow instructions
Is rafting safe?
OXBOLD river guides have been in business
for 20 years and has maintained an excellent safety record.
Our Team Members go through extensive training before graduated
as a trained guide. All of our guides are trained in CPR and
First Aid. OXBold takes pride in providing our guests with a
quality trip that are both safe and enjoyable. However, due
to the nature of whitewater rafting and other associated activities,
OXBold and its affiliates assume no responsibility for personal
safety or loss of personal property. All participants are required
to complete a personal liability and photo release form before
their trip.
If I only have 2 person, can I still book the package?
Not for Singoh River. You need minimum 10 people to start the trip. However, you may join the other group on the same trip.
How are rapids rated for difficulty?
International Scale of River Difficulty
Grade 1 - Easy. Few or no obstructions; fast
moving water with riffles; risk to swimmers is slight.
Grade 2 - Novice. Wide clear channels; occasional
maneuvering; rocks and medium-sized waves are easily avoided
by trained paddlers; risk to swimmers is low; assistance is
helpful but rarely needed.
Grade 3 - Intermediate. Rapids with moderate,
irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and capable
of swamping a canoe; complex maneuvers in fast current and narrow
passages require good boat control; large waves, holes and strainers
may be present but are easily avoided; powerful current; scouting
advisable; swimmers are unlikely to be injured but assistance
may be needed to avoid a long swim.
Grade 4 - Advanced. Intense, powerful rapids;
turbulent water; may involve long, unavoidable waves, holes
or constricted passages demanding fast maneuvers under pressure;
may require "must" moves above dangerous hazards;
risk of injury to swimmers in moderate to high; group assistance
to swimmers requires practiced skills.
Grade 5 - Expert. Long, obstructed, turbulent
rapids; drops may contain very large unavoidable waves, holes
or steep congested chutes with complex demanding routes; several
of these factors may be combined at the upper level of this
class; rescue is extremely difficult; above average rescue skills
are essential.
Grade 6 - Almost Impossible. Difficulties of Class V are carried to the limits of
navigability; very dangerous; risks are high and rescue may
be impossible; for teams of experts only under favorable conditions.
Do I need to be physically fit?
You need to paddle and balance the raft. It's a team work sport. You do not need to be an athelete, however
a good physical condition and water confident is recommended. Lifejacket limitations
are a maximum girth of 52". For any medical conditions
that may be affected by strenuous activity please consult your
doctor. IF YOU ARE PREGNANT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE!
What should I wear?
You need more sets of clothing for Singoh River Rafting - Wet set for
the river rafting - long or short sleeved T-shirt; boardshort; long
pant; short pant and anything comfortable. Dry set
for rest, camp at night and return. Jeans are not recommended! A pair of shoes that
will stay on your feet are recommended. Wetsuit or booties (or
both) is an added advantage.
What happens if there is bad weather?
Rain: Trips go rain or shine. You are
going to get wet anyway so why not enjoy your river trip. Rainy
days also provide some of the most beautiful scenery as fog
and mist rise off the river.
Lightning: In the event of a locally severe lightning storm,
trips may stop and pull over on the bank. Exposure while on
the river is at a minimum because of the high ridgelines and
trees that surround the river. Trip starts may be delayed if
a storm is occuring at the rafting center.
High Water/ Dry: If the water levels on any of the rivers exceeds
safe levels or dry, trips may be cancelled or relocated to another
river. In the case of a trip cancellation, guests are offered
the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.
What meals are provided and what is for lunch?
You will have 3 meals and a few break for drink and rest. Lunch is included in all our rafting trips: Lunch consists of a sandwich, cheese, meat, condiments and fixings,
pickles, chips & salsa, fruit, veggies, trail mix, cookies and a drink. (The exact menu varies slightly depending on the trip).
What factors determine the age/weight requirements?
The line has to be drawn somewhere. We
have seen kids below the minimums that were perfectly capable
and we have seen kids that meet all the minimum requirements,
but still are not ready!
The determining factors usually revolve around the likelyhood
of a flip or swim and at what age a child listen to and understand
instructions. Can the child understand the dangers? Does the
child have enough size or body fat to have control of their
body in cool water? Can the child rescue themselves or will the
parents be so concerned about a young child they put their own
health at risk?
Minimum ages and/or weights are usually set by the Chief Guide who regulates each river. OXBOLD will not knowingly
take an underage person on our trips, we do ask and we do require
a signature from a parent signifying proper age. Should you
push the limit with your child? No, it is not worth the risk!
What does the package rate cover?
Singoh River package rate covered: White
water raftting gears (paddle, 'PFD' Life Jacket & helmet),
rescue & emergency training and equipment, regeneration
food for half way break and all meals during the whole rafting trip, Rafting
guidea & service of raft captain and river guides.
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RESERVATION
FORM
All water rafting trips are required to book minimum 2 weeks in advance. However, we also cater for last-minute booking at least one day with minimum 2 pax. For more queries, please fill in the form below. Please provide your contact number for the trip coordination purposes. We only call you if necessary! All
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