Taman Negara, home to one of the oldest rainforests in the world, offers various outdoor activities, including jungle trekking, canopy walkway, and rapid shooting. For travelers who want some adventure, this national park is a must-visit.
Batu Caves is a limestone hill that consists of caves and temples. The main attraction is the statue of Lord Murugan, and climbing up the 272 stairs to reach the top is a fun adventure. There are also macaque monkeys that roam around the area, but beware of them stealing your belongings.
Skytrex Adventure offers an outdoor activity that tests your physical strength and agility. It is an aerial obstacle course where you have to go through different challenges suspended in the air. It is an excellent way to end your adventure trip to Kuala Lumpur.
To visit Taman Negara National Park, you will need to take a bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) to Kuala Tahan. From there, you can take an internal shuttle to reach the park. To visit Batu Caves and Skytrex Adventure, you can take a train from KL Sentral to Batu Caves station. Travel costs may vary, but it should cost around 30 MYR for a round-trip. It is better to book your transportation in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
If you have more time, you can add other adventurous activities such as white water rafting in Gopeng or a day trip to Genting Highlands. For travelers with less time, you can exclude Taman Negara National Park from your itinerary and visit other attractions such as Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, or Central Market.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the main airport that serves Kuala Lumpur. It is located approximately 31 miles south of the city center. You can take a taxi or an express train (KLIA Ekspres or KLIA Transit) to reach the city center. Another airport that serves Kuala Lumpur is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), located approximately 17 miles west of the city center. It mainly serves domestic flights.