- Taman Negara National Park - Taman Negara is a 130 million years old tropical rainforest with endangered animals - Elephants, Tigers, Tapirs… 14000 flowering plants, 300 bird species and Aborigines scattered in Taman Negara. \n6.00am Complimentary pick up from your Kuala Lumpur hotel. Request hotel for packed breakfast if it is in package and you can have it in the car. \nOn arrival at Taman Negara trek up Canopy Walkway for bird’s eye view of the World’s oldest rainforest. No waiting as Guide and boat ready. Canopy walkway closed Fridays.\nThe boatman negotiates 7 sets of rapids to reach aborigine village. The ladies shy away, men ‘run’ away only to reappear with fire making and blowpipe for a ‘native’ demonstration. You can partake in the activities. The Nature Guide lives in Taman Negara, will belt out facts on medicinal, poisonous plants and aphrodisiacs, taboos of Taman Negara during jungle trekking. Lunch is not provided but you could have lunch at Floating cafe on your own. \n- Batu Caves - On return from Taman Negara visit the iconic Batu Caves and climb 272 steps into the temple of Hindu Deity honored during “Thaipusam”. Ladies to be properly attired to enter the temple - knees and shoulders to be covered. Devotees give thanks for fulfilled vows. Drop off at your Kuala Lumpur hotel. End of tour.
- Explore the majestic Batu Caves and climb 272 steps to the Hindu Deity’s temple.
- Experience indigenous culture with a visit to an ethnic aborigine village for a demonstration of blowpipe and fire making skills.
- Adventurous jungle trekking with a Nature Guide, learning about medicinal plants, poisons, and aphrodisiacs.
- Navigate through 7 exciting rapids with a skilled boatman to reach an aborigine village.
- All park permits included for a hassle-free experience, covering boat rides, aborigine village access, canopy walkway, and jungle trekking.
- Please note: The Canopy Walkway is closed on Fridays, during bad weather, and for maintenance.
Taman Negara is a 130 million years old tropical rainforest with endangered animals such as tigers, elephants, tapirs, and more. It features 14,000 flowering plants, 300 bird species, and a variety of medicinal and poisonous plants, including some known for their aphrodisiac properties. The Canopy Walkway is inaccessible on Fridays and in adverse weather conditions. Visitors can engage in rapids shooting leading to an indigenous village where they can observe and participate in demonstrations of fire-making and traditional hunting tools. The rainforest serves as their natural pantry.
Live Commentary in English is provided during the journey.
A specialized Taman Negara nature guide, who has intimate knowledge of the area and resides there, will be readily available upon arrival, ensuring no delay in the tour commencement.
We offer complimentary pickups from Kuala Lumpur hotels.
An additional visit to the renowned Batu Caves is included on the return trip.
Items to bring include athletic shoes, swimwear, insect repellent, spare clothing, and a towel.
Enjoy a 10% discount available until 31 May 2023.
- Bring insect repellent, walking shoes and a change of clothes
- Please give name of hotel, full address and tel number
- If weather conditions are bad, the tour may have to be cancelled.
- Canopy closed Fridays and during bad weather and maintenance.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.