Tambunan Rafflesia Centre
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Tambunan Rafflesia Centre is one of the popular viewing spots of the Rafflesia flower in Sabah. It is located an hour's drive from Kota Kinabalu city.
Trekking should be prepared and a moderate level of fitness is needed. The trek can be slippery during the rainy season. A guide will lead you along the way to point out any sightings of the elusive Rafflesia (usually snuggled between tree trunks) in full bloom or in bud.
The Centre is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. The entrance fee is RM20 (for single person or per group, maximum 6 people), inclusive of a guide.
To obtain further details on the whether there are any Rafflesia in bloom at the Tambunan Rafflesia Centre, call Tambunan Forestry Department at +6013-8812023, Sabah Tourism Board at +6088-212121 or Sri Pelancongan Sabah at +6088-232121.
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