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Poring Hot Springs

Poring, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Ranked #18 of 47 activities in Kota Kinabalu
Type: Hot Springs/ Geysers
Traveller Description: The Poring in Poring Hot Springs is in fact the Kadazan word for "Bamboo".  Thus, the true English translation of the Malay  "Poring Air Panas... more »
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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We were so looking forward to the canopy walk,& it far exceeded our expectations.As I am not a bit fit I found the 550 meter climb up to it very tough, it was well worth it though for the amazing experience & view above the rainforest. We sat at the warm pools after &had a snack in the restaurant &lovely... More

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Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

The canopy walkway is not to be missed if you are healthy & dont have heart problems and dont have excessive fear of heights. The walk up the hill to reach the canopy walk is very refreshing (a true city folk will love the change). When walking on the canopy plank, just look up and imagine you are performing a... More

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Batu Pahat, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

The public facilities provided is just not up to standard. However, for RM 15 per room per hour (two tubs - 4 people), you can enjoy a relaxing time. Bathroom and benches in the room as well.

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Made a day trip from KK that included a stop at Mt Kinabalu Park so didn't arrive until after a late lunch. It's quite a distance so you may want to explore accommodation options at the springs rather than rush the experience. The canopy walk is quite high and not for those with what they locally refer to as highphobia... More

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Wonthaggi, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

While the hot springs were a cool thing to do, it was that hot the last thing you feel like doing is sitting in steaming hot water. For us, the highlight of this place was the canopy walk which is way above ground at the top of the rainforest trees. Its a decent walk to get the the start of... More

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Manila, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

It's a pity that this place is associated with the hot springs - there is so much more to do. Don't be put off by the name. We visited on Easter weekend so it was rather busy with local tourists, mostly enjoying the hot springs (that are adequately covered in other reviews). However, we continued through the rather rowdy pool... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This is a must go place when you are in Sabah. It is a great place for sightseeing and to enjoy the flora and fauna as well as the natural hot spring. Make sure you wear a good walking shoe and bring clothes for change if you want to enjoy the natural hot spring. They have both open bath which... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

I'd come to this place everytime I visited Kota Kinabalu. Do not expect a natural pool of bubbling hot water but just enjoy the sensation of soaking your feet in hot water surrounded by the lush & green view. What I most enjoyed was the canopy walkway where you can experience amazing view from the treetop.

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Melbourne
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013 via mobile

We did a day trip expecting to see bubbling waters or mud pools. The springs are only a pipe discharging into a roped off concrete pond. The sky walk is exceptional and worth it The public baths ( 2 persons per ) would take a month of Sundays to fill. Best use the swimming pool fed by cool river water... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013 via mobile

Public hot springs with basic facilities that were just about clean. One restaurant on site that was ok and a rainforest canopy walk that was definitely the best activity on site. Just not our thing - too many people and nothing special by way of facilities.

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