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Poring is a small town in the state of Sabah - the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo. It lies on the eastern edge of the Kinabalu National Park and is known for its hot springs. But not only these are worth a visit. There is also a Canopy Walk (Suspension bridges between the treetops). As well as a butterfly farm, waterfalls and an orchid center.
background
The place is 40 kilometers east of the Kinabalu National Park Administration in the Ranau district and is surrounded by lowland rainforest. The name of the place comes from the language of the indigenous Kadazandusun and describes a native bamboo species. The place is known for its sulfur springs. Bathing in their water is not only relaxing, but also therapeutic.
getting there
The journey takes place on the road, the place is north of the A4 which Sabah's capital Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan connects. Both places are also the closest to be reached by plane or ship.
- buses start at Padang Merdeka in Kota Kinabalu and cost RM 15.00 to 19.00. You drive to 19 kilometers to the southwest Ranau. For the last part you can take a taxi (RM 30.00), but there are not very many of them in Ranau. They are usually right at Merdeka Field. A public bus connects the place with the once a day Kinabalu National Park
- The journey with your own car from Kota Kinabalu (approx. 2 hours) has a special charm, as it runs through a landscape that is well worth seeing and there is always the opportunity to stop. If you take a taxi, you have to shell out around RM 200-300.
- An organized trip through one of the local travel agencies in Kota Kinabalu is particularly easy. The full day excursion includes a short visit to the national park and the hot springs of Poring (approx. RM 190.00). Carried out individually with a taxi driver, the trip costs around RM 500.00 plus the entrance fee.
entry
Admission must be paid at a ticket counter at the parking lot (RM 15.00). Tickets are checked at the entrance to the sources. An additional entrance fee is due for individual activities and sights. Anyone who has previously paid the parking fee in Kinabalu Park does not need to pay again. Simply present the ticket and have it stamped.
Tourist Attractions
Poring hot spring
Canopy Walk
- Butterfly Farm. Open: daily: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Price: Admission: RM 4.00.- Borneo's first butterfly farm has a garden and breeding facilities and is used for animal research and species conservation. It is located at the top of the springs and bathing pools on the left.
- Poring Orchid Conservation Center. With 1,200 species, the center has the largest collection of orchids in Sabah, including some very rare endemic species.Open: 11: 00-14: 30.Price: Admission: RM 10.00.
- The Kipungit waterfall is about a 20-minute walk north of the hot springs. Who the bigger Langanan waterfall If you want to visit, you have to plan 1.5 hours.
- Tropical garden. Tropical garden with some animals.Open: 08: 00-16: 00.Price: Admission: RM 3.00.
activities
- Poring Hot Springs. The hot sulfur springs are the figurehead of the small town. There are quite a number of pools. Individual pools are also available for an extra fee. Only the upper pelvis is really warm. The rest of the water basins are pretty fresh. The lower pools with the small slide cost RM 3.00 extra entry, especially on weekends, the area can be quite populated by locals.Open: daily: 07: 00-18: 00.
- The Canopy Walk is the highlight of a hike around the place. It consists of suspension bridges that are stretched between the trees. You walk through the treetops over a distance of over 100 meters. The way to get there starts at the end of the hot springs. Afterwards you can hike to the waterfalls. The walk on the Canopy Walk costs RM 5.00 (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). A photo fee of RM 5.00 is due for cameras. The path to the suspension bridges is a somewhat arduous one-kilometer circular route. It is not well developed and very slippery in the wet season. If you have difficulty walking or are afraid of heights, you should skip the tour.
shop
- One Souvenir shop is found not far from the hot springs in the center of the village.
kitchen
- There is a restaurant opposite the springs at the parking lot. There are also some simple local food options. Another restaurant is located in the area of the springs, next to the lower bathing pool.
accommodation
- Poring Hot Spring & Nature Reserve. Tel.: 49 (0)88-878801. The accommodation has two bungalows, the River Lodges (4 people RM 880.00) and Jungle Lodges (2 people, RM 660.00). An exclusive chalet for 6 people costs RM 3,500.00 per night. Kelicap Lodge and the Serendit Hostel offer cheaper accommodation.
trips
- There are quite a number of the rare ones around the place Rafflesia The huge flowers take almost a year to bloom. After that, they only bloom for a week. They emit a smell that is more reminiscent of putrefaction. But the size of the flowers is impressive. If you want to see a blossom, you can ask on site (hotel, shop or tour guide) whether and where one is currently in bloom. As a rule, everyone on site is informed about this. RM 20.00 could be due for the viewing. After all, Rafflesia tourism has also led to the protection of the landscapes and commitment to nature conservation.
- Interesting excursion destination is certainly the Kinabalu National Park. In addition to the two-day ascent of Malaysia's highest mountain, the national park offers a botanical garden, some hiking routes of various lengths, and a canopy walk. The park entrance is west of the village a bit on the main road towards Kota Kinabalu. For climbing enthusiasts there is the Mountain Torq Via Ferrata. There are via ferratas of different lengths and tours of up to 4 days.
- Head south to the slightly larger town Ranau. The place is to the west of it Kundasang. There is a well-known memorial here to commemorate the Sandakan Death Marches. In addition, the place is widely known for its vegetable growing.
- The Mesilau Nature Park is a few kilometers north of the city. The name is derived from a yellow waterfall (silou means yellow in the language of the Dusun). The park is directly adjacent to the Kinabalu National Park and is surrounded by mountains and the highest place in the region that can be reached by car. An alternative hiking route to the summit of Mount Kinabalu - der also starts here Mesilau Trail. The park itself invites you to go hiking. The Mesilau Nature Resort offers refreshments. The area is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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