Poring Hot Springs

Poring Hot Springs is a natural hot spring attraction located in Ranau District, Sabah, within Kinabalu Park, about 40 kilometres northeast of Kinabalu Park Headquarters. Known for its sulphur-rich thermal waters believed to have therapeutic properties, the site was developed for public bathing. It features open-air baths, private tubs, a canopy walkway, tropical gardens and nearby waterfalls, making it a popular day-trip destination from Kota Kinabalu for relaxation and nature exploration.

Visitors can expect a developed natural hot spring complex set in lowland rainforest at the foot of Mount Kinabalu. The area includes open-air tiled baths and private enclosed tubs fed by sulphur-rich hot water, a tropical garden, orchid conservation centre, butterfly farm, and a canopy walkway suspended high above the forest. Short jungle trails lead to Kipungit and Langanan waterfalls. Facilities are spread across landscaped grounds with changing rooms, rest areas and food outlets.

The hot springs were noted during the Japanese occupation in World War II when Japanese soldiers developed the site for bathing, and were later developed for tourism and conservation as part of Kinabalu Park under Sabah Parks management

The name 'Poring' comes from the Dusun word for a species of giant bamboo found abundantly in the area, reflecting local Dusun heritage and traditional knowledge of the forest