The exotic and mysterious Rafflesia bloom has always fascinated intrepid adventurers. Now, one can enjoy some pure tropical serenity - expedition style - under steadfast guidance and insider account by our English-speaking naturalist and watchful Semai native guides to see the famed Rafflesia.
The Rafflesia is the only plant that has the capability to “play dead”. For higher chances of pollination, the Rafflesia’s clumpy and waxy red petals bear uncanny resemblance to decaying dead animal. This hoodwinks flies and insects to gather at its ovum and fly away with spores. The Rafflesia flower is known as Bunga Pakma by locals; Bunga is flower in Malay, and Pakma is derived from ancient language Sanskrit for lotus – a symbol for purity and fertility. The flowers are traditionally used after childbirth to aid shrinking of womb and restore female figure.
Quick Itinerary Glance
9.00am – Pick up in Ipoh hotel. Trip and safety procedures briefings.
10.00am - An hour or so trundle of 4WD from Ipoh, over kampongs and plantations unpaved roads takes one to Changkat Matong where the rutted path runs out.
11.30am – The journey will be continued on foot under the supervision of Semai guides. After safety briefings, start deep jungle trekking from Sungai Kundor to Bukit Pinang hillside jungle perched 400m / 1200ft above sea level. Along the trek, our naturalist and Orang Asli trackers will teach you a thing or two about jungle survival knowledge and point out interesting flora and fauna.
1.00pm – Reach Bukit Pinang and enjoy sightings of Rafflesia buds and blooms.
3.00pm – Trek back to base camp for rest and enjoy a quick jungle lunch.
4.00pm – Hike a trail to view Orang Asli villages and make a pitstop at an uncharted waterfall. Enjoy dipping in its pristine waters.
5.00pm - Transfer back to Ipoh.
Key Detail & Cost
Duration: 1 day, 9am - 5pm, 8 hrs.
Group Size: 2 - 7 people (mins 2 persons), expedition style, good fitness required
Season: January - December
Price: RM330 per person valid for Jan-Dec 2009 bookings
This excursion departs from Ipoh, a town some 200km north or 2hrs bus ride from capital Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA. We can pick and drop off at any taxi/bus station or hotel around Ipoh.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes
- One lunch at midday.
- English-speaking naturalist ranger, Orang Asli guides and trackers.
- 4×4 transfer to all destinations & activities.
- Forest Reserve entrance permit.
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