It is one of the only remaining tropical rainforests located within a major metropolitan city center worldwide.
The forest reserve was officially gazetted in 1906, predating the formation of modern Malaysia.
The park contains a specifically designated arboretum featuring species native to the Malaysian rainforest.
The canopy walkway is constructed from steel and wood, specifically designed to minimize impact on the forest floor below.
The site is located at the foot of the Kuala Lumpur Tower, integrating natural heritage with modern telecommunications infrastructure.
Kuala Lumpur Eco Park, formerly known as the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, is a 9.37-hectare tropical rainforest located in the city center. It functions as a green lung, featuring a 200-meter elevated canopy walk that provides views of the surrounding urban skyscrapers. The site represents one of the oldest permanent forest reserves in Malaysia, established in 1906. Visitors can navigate several forest trails, including the Bamboo Walk and the Jelutong Trail. The park is managed by the Forestry Department of Peninsular Malaysia. Vegetation includes rare tree species native to the tropical lowland dipterocarp forest. It serves as a habitat for diverse urban wildlife, including long-tailed macaques and silvered leaf monkeys.
The highest point of the canopy walk, which aligns the lush forest foreground with the Kuala Lumpur Tower in the background.
Wear mosquito repellent as the dense vegetation can be humid and attract insects.
Use sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes to handle the occasionally slippery forest paths.
Bring a portable fan or a handheld water mister for cooling relief during high-humidity periods.
Do not attempt to feed the macaques, as they can be aggressive when seeking food.
Maintain silence to avoid disturbing wildlife and do not feed the monkeys.
