Cover image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
Nature lovers, get ready for a rare sight!
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
The Rafflesia pricei, the world's largest and most unique flower, is in bloom for only five days at the Rafflesia Information Centre in Tambunan, Sabah.
If you've ever wanted to see this incredible flower up close, now's your chance!
The blooming period runs from 10 March to 15 March, so you still have a few days left to witness this extraordinary event
What's so special about this flower?
The Rafflesia is famous for its gigantic size and strong odour, which attracts insects for pollination.
It's also one of the rarest flowers in the world, and since it only blooms for a few days before wilting, spotting it in full bloom is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
To witness the Rafflesia, you'll need to take a short jungle trek, so be prepared for an adventure!
You'll be walking through lush greenery, listening to the sounds of the rainforest, and finally, witnessing this massive, otherworldly flower in its full glory.
Be sure to wear proper shoes and comfortable clothes, as the the trek can get muddy.
Bring a camera, so you won't miss this surreal moment, and arrive early because the flower looks its best in the morning.
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
These are the entrance fees:
Malaysians:
RM5 (Adults) | RM3 (Children)
Non-Malaysians:
RM15 (Adults) | RM7 (Children)
Guiding Fee:
RM50 (for 5 Malaysians) | RM100 (for 5 non-Malaysians)
Image via Sabah Forestry Department (Facebook)
Check out the full Facebook post by the Sabah Forestry Department below:
