A visit to Kinabalu Park is not complete without a jaunt to Poring. "Poring" is Kadazandusin word for the bamboo species growing in the area. Situated 40km away slightly northeast of the Parks HQ, Poring is in the lowlands, a complete contrast to the Parks HQ. Soak away the sores and aches of muscles in the hot sulphuric minerals of this spring, claimed to have curative powers and very popular with the locals.
BUTTERFLY FARM
Here you will find several species of colorful and striking butterflies. Borneo's first, this farm feature sa garden, nursery and hatchery for purpose of research, education and the preservation of endangered species.
PORING ORCHID CONSERVATION CENTRE
With 1,200 species of orchids found in with Kinabalu Park, the Centre has the largest live collection of Sabah Orchid and rare endemic wild orchids.
TROPICAL GARDEN
Mousedeers and deers relax under the gaze of colorful birds in the aviary.
PORING CANOPY WALK
A must-visit! stroll amidst the canopy of the Menggaris tree - the King od the Forest. The walkway is 157.8m long and 41m high!
RAFFLESIA
The world's biggest flower, Rafflesia is one of the hardest to find. Fortunately, Sabah is known to have the largest concentration of the Rafflesia population. This rare and exotic flower takes up to 15months to bud but only lasts 7 days in bloom. The Park wikk post notice to announce a Rafflesia in bloom or bud.
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