Eco-Tourism Sector Has Gained Significant Attention in Tourism Market over the
Years
The rise of eco-adventure has attracted people around the world to
start participating in outdoor and nature activities. Why not gain a memorable experience in the State of Selangor as
the State offers many attractive and exciting eco-adventure activities. Listed
below are some of the places you may consider:
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. Among the activities that can be carried out here
are having a picnic with your family, jogging on the Rover Track, walking under
the canopy, camping, hiking, cycling, and studying the beauty of nature. The
entrance is RM5 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.
For more information, contact: FRIM
(03-62797000 or 03-62797575)
2) KANCHING ECO FOREST PARK
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 trail with
different levels of difficulty. 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.
For more information, log on to www.selangor.travel or contact 03-55132000
3) SKYTREX SUNGAI CHONGKAK, HULU LANGAT
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 the package.
For more information, log on to www.skytrex-adventure.org or contact
+6013-276 9841
4) BROGA HILL, HULU LANGAT
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 - if you climb Broga Hill 10 times, it is equivalent to
climbing Mount Kinabalu.
For more information, log on to www.mpkj.gov.my or contact 0387377899 / 0387371789.
5) WHITE WATER RAFTING, HULU SELANGOR
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. Payment rates are
estimated at RM199 to RM800 with a minimum requirement of 2 persons.
For more information, log on to www.malaysia-whitewater-rafting.com
or contact +6012 -4653307.
6) WATER TUBING, HULU SELANGOR
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 follows 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. The
estimated price for tubing activities is RM30.
For more information, contact: rentasadventures@gmail.com
or contact 011-11414674.
7) TAMAN ALAM KUALA SELANGOR
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 those under 16 years old.
For more information, log on to www.kuala-selangor.com or contact 03-3289-2294.
8) 4X4 ADVENTURE TERATAK RIVERVIEW, HULU
SELANGOR
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 of the participants
with a minimum of 6 persons.
For more information, 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 activities at Jugra Hill, Kuala Langat, and Batu
Pahat Hill, Hulu Selangor with approximate heights of 400-feet in the air. 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 this paragliding activity is from the month of March to September
and the fee is estimated at RM320 per person.
For more information, log on to www.mdkl.gov.my or contact 03-31803694) / www.mdhs.gov.com or contact 03-60641235.
The State of Selangor has many
eco-adventure places for people to enjoy nature
and extreme sports activities. The suggestions that have been given strongly
encourage visitors to experience the memorable activities in the State of Selangor.
In addition, Tourism Selangor recommends everyone to always be vigilant and
comply with the standard operating procedure (SOPs) set by the Government to
break the Covid-19 infection chain.
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For more information, please log on to the official website of Tourism Selangor at Selangor.Travel
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