The rise of eco adventure has attracted people from around the world to start participating in outdoor and nature activities.
Did you know that Selangor, too, offers many attractive and exciting eco-adventure activities? Don’t believe us? Check out the list:
1. FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE MALAYSIA (FRIM), KEPONG
Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), Kepong occupies an area of 600 hectares and is surrounded by the Lagong Hill Forest Reserve. One of its latest attractions is the Sky Walk.
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Among the activities that can be carried out here are: picnic with your family, jogging on the Rover Track, walking under the canopy, camping, hiking, cycling while enjoying the beauty of nature. The entrance fee is RM5 only, and an additional RM5 will be charged if you bring a camera to take pictures.
One interesting fact- FRIM, Kepong was initially a mining site before turning into a vegetable garden site and now is a free forest destination area with a cozy and quiet atmosphere. Sounds beautiful!
2. KANCHING ECO FOREST PARK
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Kanching Eco Forest Park is a must-visit eco-tourism destination in Rawang. This eco forest park has 7 layers of 208-meter high beautiful waterfalls and challenging hiking trails with different levels of difficulties. Not only that, visitors can also spend time with family by having a picnic surrounded by nature.
The entrance fee is RM1 (with MyCard) on weekdays, RM2 (with MyCard) on weekends and RM5 for non-citizens.
3. SKYTREX SUNGAI CHONGKAK, HULU LANGAT
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Known as the "Malaysia First Flying Fox Park ", this place has more flying fox elements that are longer than its branches in Langkawi and Melaka. In addition, Skytrex Sg Chongkak is surrounded by the greenery of the forest as well as the flow of the river under the resistance path.
There are 3 packages available for visitors where each package has 25 different obstacles and it takes an hour to complete. Entrance fees for Skytrex Sungai Congkak are in the range of RM50 to RM130 according to its package.
4. BROGA HILL, HULU LANGAT
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Broga Hill is the most suitable hill to climb for all ages due to the less challenging and easy-climbing journey. The hill, which is only 400-meters high above sea level, takes an hour to reach the top.
What is interesting about Broga Hill is that at the top of this hill is filled with green grass. With a combination of lalang and beautiful scenery, taking pictures at the top of Broga Hill is perfect for memories. Also, there is a coconut stall at the top of the hill for climbers to enjoy the scenery while drinking coconut water. A fee of RM1 will be charged for hiking.
One interesting fact about it is that if you climb Broga Hill 10 times, it is equivalent to climbing Mount Kinabalu. So… if you ever dreamed about conquering Mount Kinabalu, try climbing Broga Hill ten times first lah!
5. WHITE WATER RAFTING, HULU SELANGOR
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Located in Kuala Kubu Bharu, white water rafting is a lot of fun for those who want to try out the rugged water activity at the river which is 8km long.
Not only that, many other activities can be carried out at the Selangor River. This activity is very suitable for individuals, couples, families and groups of all ages from 8 to 88 years old making this rafting activity ideal in Malaysia.
For more information, log on to www.malaysia-whitewater-rafting.com or contact +6012 -4653307.
6. WATER TUBING, HULU SELANGOR
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Water tubing or tubing is also one of the water activities offered in Kuala Kubu Bharu besides white water rafting. This tubing activity is fun especially with friends and family because it does not require a paddle but only following the river currents.
If the currents are strong, then the speed of the tube will be faster. If otherwise, participants need to temper with the currents using their hands to move forward.
For more information, contact: rentasadventures@gmail.com or contact 011-11414674.
7. TAMAN ALAM KUALA SELANGOR
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Taman Alam Kuala Selangor is a park surrounded by mangrove swamps with an almost 4-km route provided for visitors to explore the natural environment. For bird lovers, you can go to the observation tower to view and take pictures of about 150 species of birds from around the world including migrating birds from Siberia and Russia.
Visitors can also take pictures in the mangroves area as the trees are breathtaking. The fee to enter this Nature Park is RM4 for adults and RM1 for under 16 years old.
8. 4X4 ADVENTURE TERATAK RIVERVIEW, HULU SELANGOR
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Why not take a trip into the jungle by taking a fun and challenging 4x4 car ride rather than a regular city tour? The 4x4 car provided will travel through the green forest roads directly to the traditional village areas, fruit plantations, across the river, swamps, brick areas and even waterfalls.
In addition, participants can have a picnic and swim in the river while enjoying the beauty of nature. The price range to experience this 4x4 adventure depends on the itinerary and demands by the participants with a minimum of 6 persons.
If you want to know more about the 4x4 Adventure, log on to www.teratakriverview.blogspot.com or contact +6012- 5653397.
9. PARAGLIDING (JUGRA HILL, KUALA LANGAT & BATU PAHAT HILL, HULU SELANGOR)
You can explore the city of Jugra and Batu Pahat and witness the beautiful natural scenery from the skies by participating in paragliding activity at Jugra Hill, Kuala Langat and Batu Pahat Hill, Hulu Selangor with approximate heights of 400-feet in the air!
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These two places are must-visits for anyone who enjoys challenging activities and want to try the experience of flying in the air. The suitable time to experience paragliding is from March to September.
Head over to www.mdkl.gov.my or contact 03-31803694) / www.mdhs.gov.com or contact 03-60641235 to know more!
Selangor has many eco-adventure places for people to enjoy nature and extreme sports activities, and with that Tourism Selangor urges visitors to enjoy but at the same time to always be vigilant and follow all the SOPs that have been set by the government!
So, guys, plan your trip now! But remember to follow the SOPs implemented by the government. Wear a facemask and maintain physical distancing.
By: Aishah Akashah Ahadiat
