Selangor River Whitewater Rafting, Kuala Kubu Baru

Whitewater rafting in Selangor River is one of the most popular adventures we offer. Selangor River is the most popular river for recreational whitewater rafting since the 90s. Located about 1 hour drive from Kuala Lumpur, this location continues to provide outdoor enthusiasts an extreme wild whitewater ride until present day.

The implementation of the Selangor Dam construction in the late 90s until 2003 to provide fresh water to Kuala Lumpur required the Temiar tribes living in the jungles by the river to relocate themselves as well as putting a halt to the river sports. Visitors to this area dwindled and so did the ecology and economic conditions in the area.

However, since 2005, whitewater rafting and kayaking in the area saw a revival. Visitors are now flocking back every weekend to visit Kuala Kubu Baru (KKB) town enroute to nature destinations such as Chilling Waterfall, Frasers Hill, Raub, or just to view the peaceful Selangor Dam.

THe town of KKB you visit today replaced another town which was washed away by floods from a broken dam in the late 19th century. The remnants of the old town(Ampang Pecah) is just a few minutes drive away. The main hub of KKB is an old tin mine town built with captivating colonial buildings and terrific greenery. It was old retail shops, small town eateries offering great tasting food and there is a small farmers market next to the bus station to wander around. There is a 18 hole golf course nearby too.

Best time to visit

This river is highly dependent on the water release from Selangor Dam. The release is decided by the resevoir authorities. We have no control or influence over the decision therefore it is all down to fate. The lead guide will only know the same morning of event date whether there is sufficient water to run. He will update participants in the morning.

IMPORTANT: If water levels are not suitable on event date, guide will lead you to Ulu Slim River approximately 1 hour drive away. If your group is the only group with less than 4 persons on event date, there are additional charges to be paid onsite. This is for additional offroad transfer costs for moving equipment and guides to the other river.

What happens if it rains heavily during the event?

A common question, and the answer is that we continue to raft! You are getting wet anyway.

What do I get to do?

Spend a great day out in nature with friends and/or other outdoor people. The fresh air and cold water to re-awaken the senses! Your rafting guides are mostly the indigenous Temiar so you will have a chance to interact with them.

Frasers Hill which is less than 1 hour drive away from KKB is a world renown destination for bird-watching besides a peacefull hill station. We organise birdwatching activities here and other destinations as well.

Other activities in Kuala Kubu Baru
- Walk around the town to eat local delights, admire the colonial buildings and places of worship
- Chilling Waterfall
- Kutu Hill trek - an entire days activity or you can camp near summit. A guide is essential
- Overnight camping can be arranged next to the river where you finish rafting
- Teambuilding. We can arrange customised teambuilding program on land and together with rafting.
- Ropeswing/'Bungee' from a bridge
- Tandem Paragliding

Is there a place to shower after rafting?

Yes, there are simple communal toilets and cold water showers available at the end point.

Adventure Rating and Remarks

3-4 - Whitewater rapids here can be quite unnerving!

Discounted Rates (in Malaysian Ringgit and per person)

Valid for 2023

Rates do not have additional GST

Each raft seats 4-6 guests and 2 guides. Total 8 persons. If your group is small, you will be seated together with another group.

Itinerary

(With private transfer, pickup from Kuala Lumpur 0730 hours)

0900 Meet at Kuala Kubu Baru Post Office. From there the guide will lead you and car to starting point where your passengers alight except the driver who will be led to park car at the end point. The driver will then be driven back to start point (20 minutes) to commence a comprehensive and fun training session on rafting technique and safety.
1020 Rafting begins! Due to the large drops here, rafts will stop before each rapid in order for guides to survey the run and to serve as rescue for passing rafts. There will be a short snack break along the journey. You will be rafting approximately 7km in total.
1230 A tasty lunch awaits you under a sheltered area. You may wash up before or after lunch. End

* times mentioned above are approximate only. Expect unforeseen delays. Please keep your afternoon schedule free of appointments.

What does it include?

River guide, training, rafting equipment, safety equipment, 1 lunch/buffet.
For RM10, you may also receive action pictures in a CD of your rafting adventure. However, this is not a guarantee and it is subject to the guide bringing his camera. You may bring your own waterproof camera at your own risk.

What does it exclude?

Insurance, transport, items not mentioned

What do I need to bring/wear?

Suggest to wear quick-dry clothing (T-Shirt & Shorts), strapped sandals/scuba booties/watersports shoes and wear straps for eye-glasses/spectacles.

Bring a set of dry clothes, towel, insect repellent, sun-block lotion, toiletries, personal medication, and pocket money.

Getting here

By Car From Kuala Lumpur
Take old trunk road North to Ipoh or take the PLUS highway exiting at Rawang (map:www.plus.com.my). You will cut through Rawang town heading north towards Ipoh on the old highway. About 21km out of Rawang town a road sign will indicate a right turn to exit for KKB. You can prepare for this turn when you see a hilly Chinese Cemetary on the right side. This cemetery is located after a SHELL gas station. After right turn, follow the road to the end and you will reach a traffic light intersection. Make a left at the lights then first right, go up a hill into KKB town. The post office should be on the 1st or 2nd lane on the right. If you don't see it, just circle around the little town and you'll find it. Arrive early and have a hearty breakfast!

We can arrange private transfer for small and large groups.

By Bus
Pudu Bus Station has irregular buses coming to KKB. We are unable to provide you a schedule. Drivers may wait for passengers to fill up before disembarking. You may find more frequent buses to Rawang town before exchanging buses or commuter train to KKB.

By Commuter (Kommuter) Train
Check out www.ktmb.com.my for schedule and rates to Rawang or KKB. There is transit train in Rawang. Expect delays so catch earlier trains. Estimated travel time is 2 hours per way. Our guides will be able to pick you up and drop off at station at RM15 per pax (within KKB) and RM35 per person if required to go another river (due to low water in Selangor River). We do not have dedicated transfer vehicles therefore we have limited capacity. Large groups should find their own transport or we can arrange private transfer from Kuala Lumpur.