Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park and canopy walk: your 2025 guide

As the capital of one of the world’s most renowned nature destinations, it probably comes as no surprise that Kuala Lumpur manages to squeeze in at least one world-class natural attraction. Located right in the heart of the city close to KL Tower, the Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park is a 10 hectare rainforest reserve with multiple nature activities.

If you need a break from city life and are looking for a Kuala Lumpur canopy walk, this is the place to be. It’s also a must do activity if you’re visiting Kuala Lumpur with kids.

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Where is the entrance to Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park?

There are entry gates at the top (near to KL Tower), or down at the bottom, on Jalan Bukit Nanas.

We recommend entering at the top level near KL Tower and then follow the trails downhill to the lower gate, and take a Grab car from there. This will save you from walking uphill, as the footpath can be quite steep in places.

Entry fees to Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park

The admission fee is RM40 for international visitors (RM5 for children), so it does make for quite an expensive activity, but it’s still worthwhile. The Eco Park is closed on Fridays, and will also shut in case of bad weather.

The KL canopy walk

The canopy walkway offer plenty of shade and took us about 45 minutes to complete, with a few stops along the way. The walkway sections are linked by several towers which offer a handy spot to rest, take in the views, and get your bearings.

It genuinely feels like a unique experience, wandering at treetop level with a true mega-city lurking in the background and appearing between branches. All of the famous skyscrapers are visible during the loop walk, with helpful signs dotted around, telling you about the native trees and other flora which make up the eco park.

At some of the towers, if you stop and look at the roof, you might spot bats sleeping on the ceiling.

Even with the shade, it does get hot out on the canopy walk and you should take some water with you, there’s isn’t anywhere to buy it on the walk itself. You don’t need us to remind you about hats and sunscreen either, they’re much needed.

Unlike at some other canopy walkways (e.g. the Poring Hot Springs Canopy Walk in Borneo), the side barriers are high and the walkway floor is well-maintained, so it always feels like a safe stroll.

The ground level footpath to the exit and other trails

After the canopy walk, follow the track immediately opposite from the entrance hut downhill to the exit. You’ll be grateful at this stage that you’re not walking uphill as it’s very steep, so much so that it can be quite tough on the knees for parents as you descend. It’s very shaded here though, which helps you enjoy the surroundings.

If you have extra energy and want to explore other areas of the park, there are a couple of additional trails you can take from the entrance area. There’s a map near the ticket office and the trails are well-signposted. Make your way back to the entrance area afterwards to follow the trail down to the lower entrance/exit.

The information centre

When you reach the lower exit gate, there are a couple of inviting benches in the shade whilst you wait for your Grab ride. Before you book though, set aside ten minutes to visit the information centre, if for no other reason that it has arctic levels of air-conditioning.

There’s two floors to explore, mostly populated with information boards, displays, and models of native animals. One of the more interesting sections is on the top floor which describes the history of the Eco Park and how it came into existence. Otherwise, it’s just a good place to stroll around and learn about rainforests and the flora/fauna which call it home.

Tips for visiting KL Eco Park

As always in Malaysia, it pays to arrive early to beat the heat and crowds. Arriving as close to opening time at 8am will give you the best experience, and you’ll likely have the place to yourselves. If that’s too early, at least try to avoid the middle of the day, when the heat and humidity render the canopy cover less effective.
Remember that it’s closed on Fridays and also if bad weather is in the area (i.e. lightning storms), which isn’t uncommon in KL.
Its location right next to the KL Tower makes it an obvious choice to combine the two activities. The KL Tower is fully air-conditioned so it’s best to do that part of the activity during the hotter part of the day.
Even though you’re surrounded by skyscrapers, once you pass through the gates you’re technically in a rainforest and the mosquitoes are right at home. Spray on the mosquito repellent and top up on your sunscreen.
Take water and a few snacks with you.

Final thoughts Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park and canopy walk

With the price of land and the scale of development in Kuala Lumpur, it feels like a miracle that such a pristine piece of rainforest has developed and flourished in the heart of the city.

The city centre can get hot and oppressive and sometimes we all need to step away and reconnect with nature. The Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park is perfectly placed to let you sample some of what Malaysia does best, but still be within easy reach of the city and all of its convenience.

With the KL Tower as a prominent neighbour, the KL Forest Eco Park fits perfectly into a Kuala Lumpur city visit, even if, just for a couple of hours, you’ll feel thousands of miles away.