FRIM Rainforest Trekking from Kuala Lumpur with Batu Caves

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: FRIM -Forest Research Institute of Malaysia, Kepong, Petaling Jaya 52109 Malaysia

Tour start around 09:00 am and 02:00 pm for private and 09:00 am for Seat in Coach with the hotel pickup (selected hotel around Kuala Lumpur city). it will takes approximately 1 hour journey to the Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM). 

Along the way you pass through typical Malay Villagers and scenes of friendly people going about their daily chores.

Once arrive at the forest institute , you will be introduced to the nature trekking guide. An introduction of the place and activities will be carried out immediately on arrival before proceeding with jungle trekking. Please wear a appropriate attire for this activities. 

As you enter the trekking trails, you will be amazed by the arboretums or living museum of trees. Walk through the many nature trails and discover the many species of flora and fauna here. 

Of particular interest is the "puzzle-like" pattern of the individual tree crowns separated by gaps and outlined against the sky. This phenomenon is called "Crown Shyness". The reason for its name is because the leaf tips of the Dryobalanops aromatica appear to be shy towards their own kind, hence forming the gap.

This tree is also known as kapur tree and has a nice-smelling exudate known as camphor, one of the main component of making ointment. The ointment is used for stomach massages after child delivery.

After about an hour in the jungle and enjoy learning new things, we packed up and return back to hotel.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gombak, Batu Caves 68100 Malaysia

Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples in Gombak, Selangor. The limestone forming Batu Caves is said to be around 400 million years old. Some of the cave entrances were used as shelters by the indigenous Temuan people (a tribe of Orang Asli).

The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is the focal point of the Hindu festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia.

Batu Caves in short also referred as 10th Caves or Hill for Lord Murugan as there are six important holy shrines in India and four more in Malaysia. The three others in Malaysia are Kallumalai Temple in Ipoh, Tanneermalai Temple in Penang and Sannasimalai Temple in Malacca.

Note:
- Keeping your eyes open to be aware of the monkeys. Don’t feed them!
- Hold cameras close and use a neck strap if you have one.
- Please don’t carry any plastic bags, monkeys will aggressive on this.

Duration: 30 minutes

• Professional nature guide (at FRIM)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• English Speaking Driver
• Private transportation
• Entry/Admission - FRIM -Forest Research Institute of Malaysia

• Forest Skywalk (RM 40 per pax)
• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Most travelers can participate
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Choose shoes that are well-cushioned and comfortable
• What to Bring-Hat and/or Scarf, umbrella, Sunglasses and water
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

1: MATIC, 109, Jln Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2: Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Traveler pickup is offered
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (5km radius from KLCC).

You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Returns to original departure point

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

4 hours