Gunung Gading National Park
Rafflesia Flower at Gunung Gading National Park - STBpic
Description
The Park consists of a rugged complex of mountains made up of several peaks with Gunung Gading the highest at 906 metres. These mountains are dominant landmarks in the Lundu area and the whole region is one of outstanding beauty.
In the upper reaches of the Lundu River are a series of waterfalls - a popular recreational destination for locals.
Gading is the home to numerous rare plants including the world's largest flower, the spectacular tuan mudae Rafflesia tuan-mudae (bunga pakma) which at full bloom stretches nearly one metre in width. However, there is no specific flowering season and each flower bloom will last only a few days.
Very strict care must be observed during the guided walk through the rafflesia site. Visitors can call the Park or the National Parks Booking Office, Kuching for permits, accommodation reservation and to check if the rafflesia is in bloom.
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How to get there
The Park is just 5 minutes drive from Lundu town or about 2 hour's drive from Kuching. Visitors can choose either day-trips or overnight stays when visiting the Park. Travellers should take STC (Sarawak Transport Company) Lundu Express Bus or Bus No. 2B from Kuching City to Lundu town centre. From there, take a Pandan bus and ask to be dropped off at the park.
As accommodation facilities in the Park are limited, hostels in Lundu Pandan and Siar offer alternatives.Beaches at Siar and Pandan are scenic and provide swimming spots.
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