Saturday, August 25, 2007

rafflesia-in-bloom: Rafflesia of Mahua, Tambunan, Sabah

rafflesia-in-bloom: Rafflesia of Mahua, Tambunan, Sabah

Mahua Waterfall, Tambunan




Mahua Waterfall is a pristine natural fall that nestled deep in the tropical forest of the Crocker Mountain Range. This spectacular waterfall is approximately 17 metres tall and has a pool depth of 1.3 metres.


One of the most accessible beautiful fall in Sabah, the drive up to Mahua takes an approximate 1½ hr drive from Kota Kinabalu. Visitors will will pass through scenic uphill drive through small villages and forests on the Crocker Range.

A trek to find blooming Rafflesia may also be made upon prior arrangment en route to Tambunan (subject to season).

The drive will end at the Mahua Sub-Centre which is the park entrance. From here on, it takes an easy 15 mins walk along the river to reach the waterfall.

A highlight in itself, this walk will delight any nature enthusiast with the sight of endless towering Seraya trees with huge trunks, giant bamboo trees and birds-nest ferns while endlessly entertained by the chorus of insects and forests birds.

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