Tawau Hills Park

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The Tawau Hills Park offers visitors and local alike a variety of hiking trails through primary rainforest. The most accessible is the 2 hectare botanical garden, which gives a taste of the forest’s biodiversity, while the, the 30 minute walk to Bombalai Hill culminates in great views and a glimpse at what was formerly the world's tallest tropical tree - newly discovered 94 meter tree within the park now has that honor, and is getting its own hiking trail. For a slightly longer hike, try the 2.5km trail to the picturesque Bukit Gelas Falls, or the 3.2km track to a sulphur hot-spring locals believe has medicinal properties. An oasis amongst palm oil and cocoa plantations, the park is home to everything from delicate orchids to monkeys, and a variety of birds. It’s strongly advised to have appropriate clothing and footwear.