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The Hornbill, Taman Tumbina Bintulu is a unique and a must-visit
place whenever you are in Bintulu.
Various Collections Of Animals: A majority of which
are animals found in Borneo.
Exotic animals specially brought into Sarawak like the tiger
and flamingo are the only ones in Sarawak.
The Hornbill Collection at Tumbina is amongst the
highest concentration of species of hornbills in captivity.
Tumbina has a large collection of plants and beautiful
landscape.
The Orchid Garden contained a wide array of both species
and hybrid specimens.
A touch of desert is also potrayed at its Succulent Collection.
Other plants of unique interest are found at Bougainvillaea
Garden, Fernery, Hibiscus Hill, a little bit of herbs,
tropical fruit orchard, Palm Collection and a myriad
of colourful flowers.
The latest attraction at Tumbina is the Alam Kelebar
(Butterfly World). Presently it's made up of only an insectary
and a temporary breeding room. Soon to follow are the Gallery
and R&D Room.
The diversity at Tumbina also encompasses the structural
design of local architecture.
Attraction of Tumbina is further enhanced by its location.
Centrally located between the Bintulu town center and Kidurong
Industrial Estate gives its visitors a vantage point to see
the whole of Bintulu from a bird's eye point of view.
Tumbina's undulating topography and facing the South China
Sea are additional reasons for visitors to experience a memorable
visit here. On fine evenings, Tumbina is also one of the most
strategic locations to watch the sun set in Bintulu.
Souvenir Shop
Tumbina's customized souvenir items are available here.
Selected local handicrafts, books, collector's item and other
souvenirs are also available.
The shop is expected to start operation end of 2005.
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Hornbills
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Girls & Ostrich
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Bird Cage Hornbill
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Terendak
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