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Into The Canopy: Unplug, Unwind, And Rediscover Nature At FRIM Kepong

Leave the daily hustle and bustle for a few minutes of peace and calm among nature.

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When was the last time you truly switched off? Even when we get back home, we might get inundated with work messages and more. If you need a break, it might be time to visit FRIM (and mute that phone).

In the heart of Kepong, the Forest Research Institute Malaysia is one of Klang Valley’s best-kept secrets and the country’s sixth UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sprawling 600-hectare rainforest reserve provides a space where you can escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Here are some places within FRIM where you can breathe in clean air and sit still for a moment:

Taman Botani Kepong

Taman Botani Kepong is a popular spot for joggers and nature walkers. If you need motivation to go for a walk, make sure to check out the Forest Skywalk. Suspended 30 metres above the forest floor, the 150-metre hanging bridge offers visitors a whole new view of the rainforest.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned nature lover, the experience is equal parts thrilling and humbling. It’s a reminder of just how vast and ancient the forest around us truly is. For those looking for a more educational experience, the Denai Khali Guided Tour features five pitstops covering various plant and research plots.

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FRIM Main Campus (Kampus Utama FRIM)

Adventurers will enjoy what FRIM Main Campus has to offer. The campus is home to camping sites, themed gardens, including a Bamboo Garden, Fern Garden, and Herbal Garden. Go camping or glamping for a few nights and join the outdoor activities such as treasure hunt, obstacle courses, Night Walk, or take a guided nature trail tour. Visitors can also cool off and have a slow picnic at the Sungai Kroh waterfall.

How to get there?

You can take an e-hailing ride from KL Sentral or Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS).

If you’re taking public transport

To FRIM Main Campus:

  • Take MRT Putrajaya Line (PY Line) to MRT Metro Prima station.
  • Take the T114 Feeder Bus.
  • Alight/Exit in front of FRIM.

To FRIM Botanic Garden:

  • Take the MRT Putrajaya Line (PY Line) to MRT Sri Damansara Timur Station.
  • Take the T110 Feeder Bus.
  • Alight at Pusat Komuniti Taman Ehsan.
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