2D/1N KINABALU NATIONAL PARK & PORING HOT SPRING

Scenario of your tour

This 2 days and 1 night tour begins with your journey to Poring Hot Springs which is of 2½ hours drive from Kota Kinabalu and passes through scenic countryside and beautiful mountain range. Along this journey, you will have the opportunity to stop over at Nabalu market that offers you varieties of local handicrafts and local fruits which you can buy at an affordable price.

Upon reaching Poring Hot Springs, you will have to hike for another 20 minutes to reach the 41 meters high and 157.6 meters long of Treetop Canopy Walkway for you to be able to catch the bird’s eye view of the rainforest. The first day of your tour must be completed with a dip in the outdoor Japanese style bathtub believed to have medicinal sulphuric hot water that is known to be having value to your skin. After having the first day activities, your day will be filled with your own leisure for a complete rest overnight stays.

Your second day will start with a breakfast at the restaurant and you are given approximately 3 hours of your own leisure before you proceed your tour to Kinabalu National Park. On arrival at the park, the first thing you will have is a guided jungle trail walks with a Naturalist who will explain to you the different species of plants found there.

After this trail walks, you will have your lunch. And before you are driven back to Kota Kinabalu, you will be given a chance to watch the 20 minutes audio-visual shows that explained the many rare flora and fauna discovered in Kinabalu park in an air-conditioned room at the exhibition centre ending your 2 days and 1 night tour.

Schedule time

Day1
0830 hrs- Depart from the hotel lobby and proceed to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia’s 1st World Heritage Site.
The journey takes about 2 hours through scenic countryside and beautiful mountain range. A brief stop at Nabalu town gives an opportunity to look at the local villagers selling their local produce & handicraft. An excellent place for one of the best views of the Mt. Kinabalu without any obstruction. Upon arrival at Kinabalu Park, join a guided walk at the Mountain Garden which has a showcase of the diverse plants life on the mountain, as flora from all over the Park has been replanted here. Lunch at Kundasang restaurant. Later, trek at one of the many trails at the Park, listen to the sounds of the jungle and observe nature’s plants, trees, orchids and butterflies. Kinabalu Park boasts an estimated 4,500 species of plants which includes 1,500 species of orchids, 77 of which are endemic to Kinabalu. The park also supports 289 species of birds and 290 different types of butterflies. Check in at the Kinabalu Park/Kundasang Resort and settled down for an overnight stay.

Day2
After breakfast, depart for another natural wonder, the Poring Hot Spring located about 47 km from Kinabalu Park. Poring named after the local bamboo plant that is abundant in that area is a natural spring where the hot sulfurous water emits from the ground. Take a dip in this outdoor Japanese style bathtub which is believed to have medicinal value to skin. Climb up to the 41 meters high canopy walkway, where the suspension bridges are suspended from the Mengaris tree (Koompassia Excelsa) – the King of the Forest. From the canopy, take a monkey eye view for a better appreciation of the tropical rainforest. Another optional activity would be to trek up until Langanan waterfall and enjoy the cool rich natural mineral water fall with serene surrounding. Return to BKI/Hotel or transfer directly to Kota Kinabalu International airport.

END OF TOUR

DETAILS

Package inclusive:-
• Return land transfers
• Conservation fees for Kinabalu Park/Poring Spring/Mt. Garden/Canopy Walkway.
• Accommodation at Kundasang (attached bathroom)
• 2 x Lunch / 1 x Dinner / 1 x Breakfast
• English speaking guide
• Sit in coach basis (SIC)

Remarks:
• Rates quoted are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) and subject to change without prior notice. By Road
• From Kota Kinabalu, drive 88 km north (1 1/2 hrs) to Kinabalu Park without stopover.

Important notes:
Kinabalu has many rare and endangered plants and animals. It is important that you do not harm, disturb or remove them. Do not encourage trade in living plants and animals, or items produced from threatened natural resources When walking, stay identifiable paths and follow your guide. When near animals, avoid making undue noise or movement, or doing anything to disturb them. Use binoculars rather than trying to get too close.

A non-refundable deposit in local currency equivalent to 50% of the tour is required on bookings, together the guest personal details. Confirmation of booking (in form of invoice) will be send as receipt of deposit. The balance of payment to be paid not later than 3 weeks prior to the commencing date of the tour.

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2 Comments »

1. Dear Sir

   1. Can I have the total package per person (Tour Code : 2D1N – 005). I would like to book this package on 29-30 Oct 2007.

   2. What is the name of the hotel?

   Regards

   Comment by Yuen Lee — October 19, 2007 @ 12:33 pm

2. which resort to stay? how much?

   Comment by Alan — November 23, 2007 @ 1:36 am

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