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Mt. Kinabalu
In Kinabalu Park rises Mount Kinabalu to 4,093 m. It is the highest mountain in Southeast Asia. The diversity of plant life is striking, ranging from tropical rainforest to montane forest, cloud forest and the sub-alpine. There are over 1,200 species of wild orchids, 40 varieties of oaks, 27 species rhododendrons, 450 species ferns, 9 species Nepenthes and Rafflesia.
Those not wishing to climb Mount Kinabalu will find plenty to do exploring the garden walks and jungle trails. Poring Hot Springs which feature Japanese-style baths is great for tired feet and aching muscles.
Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs
Itinerary
: After breakfast, pick up from Hotel at 0730hrs, proceed for a 3 hours drive to Poring Hotspring. Upon arrival at Poring, proceed to canopy walk through nature trails of the lowland forest. Observe wildlife and the tropical rainforest from the canopy . After lunch, depart from Poring for Kinabalu Park which takes about an hour drive. Guided walk to the Mountain Garden to see rare collection of mountain plants and flowers. Return to Kota Kinabalu and transfer back to your Hotel. Overnight at hotel.
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