Kota Kinabalu: About 100 adventure enthusiasts participated in the recent Jom Camping 2024: Discover Pangi programme in Tenom.
The event, held from Aug 24-25 at the Xtreme Paddlers Padas Rafting base camp, was co-organised by Xtreme Paddlers and Borneo Beautiful with event partners Camp and Glam and Mahaloo Adventures.
Xtreme Paddlers operations director Andrey Adriano said Jom Camping 2024 was an incredible opportunity for participants to explore Pangi and experience its unique adventures.
“We are thrilled with the turnout and the enthusiasm shown by the participants,” he said in a statement, recently.
“Our goal was to bring people closer to nature and foster a deeper appreciation for Pangi’s beauty. We are proud to say we achieved that.”
Pangi, a quaint village nestled along the Padas River in Tenom and renowned for its wild rapids ranging from levels 3 to 4, offers some of Malaysia’s most thrilling rafting experiences.
Andrey said over two days, attendees enjoyed various activities, including a scenic train ride, exhilarating rafting on the Padas River, camping under the stars, and jungle trekking to the breathtaking Kalumbio Waterfall.
In addition to these adventures, he said, participants had the chance to win prizes in a lucky draw contest.
“The event was not only a celebration of the great outdoors but also a testament to the community spirit of Pangi, Tenom,” he said.
He added Jom Camping 2024: Discover Pangi received strong support from various government authorities and agencies, including Tenom MP Ridhuan Rubin, the Tenom District Office, Tourism Malaysia, the Pangi community, and the Sabah Railway Department.
“Their backing underscored the event’s mission to highlight Pangi, Tenom as a prime destination for community-based tourism, highlighting its rich natural environment and warm, welcoming community.”
Andrey said the organisers are already looking forward to the next edition, aiming to make it even bigger and better.
