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Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Nature Trekking Tour

3.3 (3 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Nature Trekking Tour

About this activity

FRIM or Forest Research Institute of Malaysia,located at Kepong, is a must for all nature lovers who are in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. It is located in the suburb city of Petaling Jaya, approximately 16 km north west of the capital city. It was founded in the year 1929 and is one of the leading institutions in tropical forestry research both locally and abroad. This 600 hectares tropical forest contains a wealth of flora and fauna with approximately 15,000 species of plants though for a layman in botanic, all of them look like greenery.

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At a glance

Duration
3 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Asni Global

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional nature guide
  • Included: English speaking driver
  • Included: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (within 5 km from city center)

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. FRIM -Forest Research Institute of Malaysia

    2 hours Admission included

    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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 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

End point

  • 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

Pickup points

  • Regalia Sky pool Hostel @ 969
  • Kingston Hotel
  • Sky Hotel Chow Kit Pwtc
  • Ceylonz Suites Bukit Bintang By Icefly
  • Radisson Apartment At Berjaya Times Square
  • The AXON @ Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
  • Axon Residence Kuala Lumpur KLCC Pavillion BB
  • OYO 90814 Hotel Check-in at KL Sentral
  • Midaris Hotel by Glex
  • Kingston Hotel 4 at TRX
  • The Quay Hotel Bukit Bintang
  • Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG

and 984 more pickup points

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 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Using your ticket

Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.

Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.

Hotline number : +60 10 777 3860 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm)

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

  • 2 pm Nature Trekking Private

    2 pm Nature Trekking Private

  • 9 am Nature Trekking Private

Traveller ratings

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