Things to do in Tambunan

Rafflesia arnoldii (scientific name: Rafflesia arnoldii) is the largest flower in the world, native to the Malay Peninsula, Borneo and Sumatra. It has no roots, stems, leaves and other parts of ordinary plants, only a few petals, with a diameter of more than 1 meter and a weight of about 11 kilograms. Rafflesia arnoldii is a parasitic plant that survives by absorbing nutrients from plants of the genus Rafflesia in the grape family. When it blooms, it releases a rotten smell, attracting flies and other scavenging insects to spread pollen for it. It takes 9 months from the growth of flower buds to flowering, and the flowering period is about 3 days to 1 week. Rafflesia arnoldii cannot photosynthesize, but survives by parasitizing on tropical vines such as Rafflesia in the grape family to absorb nutrients. Rafflesia arnoldii has no roots, stems, leaves and other parts of ordinary plants, only a few petals; it takes 9 months from the growth of flower buds to flowering, and the flowering period is about 3 days to 1 week. When the Rafflesia flower first blooms, it emits a faint fragrance, which then turns into a foul smell like rotten meat, and uses this smell to attract flies and other carrion-eating insects to spread pollen for itself. After successful pollination, the flower will grow fruits after 6-12 months, and the fruits contain thousands of small seeds that are spread by squirrels or tree shrews. In order to see the beauty of the Rafflesia flower, go to the Sabah Rafflesia Conservation Area and take a look under the guidance of forest managers. Walking in the tropical rainforest, sometimes it rains and sometimes it is sunny. We still went all the way on the wet muddy road. Even if we were soaked, we still had to see it with our own eyes to make the trip worthwhile! This time we were very lucky to see the seeds/buds/of course the Rafflesia flower that had only bloomed for 3 days. Generally speaking, the life of the Rafflesia flower is only seven days after blooming, so you really need a little luck to see the true face of the beauty! The forest manager told me that I could touch it to see what it felt like. After going through so much hardship, I saw it in front of me. I felt so moved and excited. All the efforts were worth it! It felt hard and like a fossil when I touched it, but I have to say that when you come here, you must go to see the Rafflesia to make your journey wonderful and leave a beautiful memory!

We chose this hotel for a short family trip because of its tranquility, and after our stay, everyone raved about how great our choice was. It doesn't follow trends or try to be trendy; it exudes a quiet elegance without being ostentatious. From the moment we entered, even the elderly in our family couldn't help but say, "This place makes us feel so at ease." The entire hotel space is exceptionally bright and airy. There are no cramped corridors or overly complicated decorations. Several thriving green plants line the hallways, and even the air is free of pungent aromatherapy, only a subtle, natural fragrance. The staff were exceptionally patient with the elderly and children, proactively bringing small snacks for our kids and thoughtfully providing warm milk. The rooms were spacious enough that the elderly didn't feel cramped at all. Two wicker chairs were placed on the small balcony by the window, where the whole family could sit, drink tea, and enjoy the courtyard view—it was incredibly pleasant. In the morning, the courtyard is filled with the scent of plants, and the wind, filtering through the eaves, carries the distant chirping of birds. In these moments of peace and tranquility, the tension of our daily lives completely melts away. The most precious thing about traveling isn't how many sights you see, but that the whole family can have a peaceful rest. This hotel perfectly meets that need, and we'll definitely choose it again for future family trips.

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Mahua waterfall is located in Tambunan Sabah. It is roughly 100km from Kota Kinabalu about 2 hours drive. this waterfall is like a hidden gem for nature lovers. It is medium in size but the best waterfall I ever see in Malaysia. you need to have your own vehicle to come here. There is entrance fee as it in guarded protected place. a very good place for local to come and have a weekend picnic with families.

Mount Kinabalu, highest mount in South East Asia. A good mountain for those who like challenges. Went there a few times with different group for friends.

Amazing experience but not much cow can see!Variety of dairy product to buy.Tips: For best experience visit early morning, can see visible Gunung Kinabalu from entrance, avoid crowds and less heat from the sun!