Kinabalu National Park &ndash; home to Borneo&rsquo;s highest mountain and some of the island&rsquo;s best-preserved forests. Although most travelers come to conquer the mountain over the course of a multi-day ascent, there are many spots among the foothills worth exploring, as we will today on a day trip from Kota Kinabalu&hellip;

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Nabalu Market: A buzzing hub oddly famous for a Lookout Point with direct views of Mount Kinabalu. People also come for amazingly sweet pineapple, fairer-priced souvenirs, and other local delicacies the likes of tuhau (fermented sambal), handicrafts, local rice, and lihing (rice wine).

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&ldquo;This is a must-stop to get a feel of the local peoples and their produce.&rdquo; &mdash; <a href="https://en.tripadvisor.com.hk/ShowUserReviews-g3845613-d13547607-r576809022-The_Nabalu_Market-Kundasang_Ranau_Sabah.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adda, Singapore</a>

Kinabalu Park: There are other ways to enjoy this legendary mountain. Instead of pursuing a relentless assault, join our guided walk around the foothills and its lush Botanical Gardens.

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Poring Hot Spring: A popular weekend retreat for locals, the complex is part of the Kinabalu National Park. The hot springs can be found in a well-maintained area that gives visitors a small slice of the jungle thanks to its many nature paths. The springs are comprised of pools and tubs filled with sulphurous volcanic water rich in minerals &ndash; delivering countless health benefits!

Canopy Walk: This activity begins with a climb up a ladder tree; 40m above ground, we&rsquo;ll get to a rope bridge in the midst of a dense jungle. We&rsquo;ll also traverse hanging bridges totalling to a 150m-long walk above the tree canopy with breathtaking views &ndash;&nbsp;all in all a great immersion into the rainforest!

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Butterfly Farm*: A must-visit for all plant lovers. The park began as a conservation project with the Sabah Wildlife Department to breed endangered butterflies. Now, it&rsquo;s just as well-known for its native orchid collection. The Nepenthes Garden walk takes visitors on a ridge with beautiful scenery and cooling weather.

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm: A highland site in Kundasang where visitors can observe free-range cows being fed and milked. The cool air and nice environment make for an excellent visit, not to mention the range of dairy products fresher than you&rsquo;ve ever tasted them from chocolate and coffee flavored milk to gelato ice cream, goat milk, and strawberry / blueberry yogurt.

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Malaysia

Includes: Transportation, lunch, guide, entrance & conservation fees

Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Springs Tour (Kota Kinabalu) – Full Day

Kinabalu National Park &ndash; home to Borneo&rsquo;s highest mountain and some of the island&rsquo;s best-preserved forests. Although most travelers come to conquer the mountain over the course of a