Nature & Wildlife in Kuala Lumpur

Tick off two of Kuala Lumpur's top attractions in just one day on a hassle-free excursion to the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary and the Batu Caves. Taking a guided tour means you'll travel in air-conditioned comfort from and to your hotel, without wasting time getting lost, and discover lesser-known information from a guide. Plus, to break up the journey, you'll watch a 30-minute documentary during the ride to the Batu Caves. Lunch is included.

Have a fun experience sightseeing in Putrajaya on an INMOTION Electric Personal Transporter, which is similar to a Segway. As well as being an unusual way to zip around the city, you can cover a lot of ground without getting tired - this tour follows a 6 mile (10 kilometer) route. Your friendly guide will brief you on how to use the vehicle, then lead you around the landscaped, futuristic city.

Walk jungle trails and explore a lush tropical forest with a half-day tour to Templer's Park from Kuala Lumpur. Escape the city's busy streets for a natural setting that's home to a diverse population of birds. Enjoy the time to explore on your own, swimming by a cool waterfall, relaxing over a picnic and following scenic paths to the ancient Bukit Takun limestone hill. Experience Malaysia's serenity and untouched nature just 15 miles (25 km) north of Kuala Lumpur.

Get out of the city (Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya) and set off with an English-speaking guide on a day trip to Malaysia's best nature sights. See the 130-million-year-old Batu Caves plus Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary and a second animal park. Next is Melawati and its lighthouse. See the sunset here, spy silver leaf monkeys, and then stop at a village for a seafood dinner before embarking on a paddle boat ride to see fireflies light up the night sky.

Get close to nature without leaving the city on this private 3-hour from Kuala Lumpur, including hotel pick-up. Spot colorful birds at the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, then surround yourself with majestic butterflies at the neighboring Butterfly Park. Finish with a visit to the vibrant Orchid and Hibiscus Garden, where you can marvel over 5,000 different flower varieties from all around the world.

Traveling to Kuala Lumpur with kids? Or a lover of nature and wildlife? If so, don't miss this family-friendly private tour to four attractions featuring exotic vegetation and species of wildlife from Malaysia and elsewhere. As you visit the Orchid Garden, Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, KL Bird Park and Aquaria KLCC, you'll discover a variety of blooming flowers, tropical birds and ocean creatures with the convenience of private transportation from your hotel.

Discover Malaysia's vibrant wildlife even in the heart of the city on this 3.5-hour of Kuala Lumpur's natural wonders, including hotel pick-up. Admire the vivid blooms of the Kuala Lumpur Orchid Garden, get up close to colorful butterflies at the Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, then spot rare birds at the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park.

Cover more of Kuala Lumpur's oldest public park in less time on a 2-hour Segway tour of Perdana Botanical Garden (Lake Garden), a great way to escape the bustle of Kuala Lumpur's commercial center. In a small group limited to 10, you'll receive personalized attention from your guide as you get to grips with your Segway and glide between highlights such as Hibiscus Park and the Deer Park with ease. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Learn about Malaysia's indigenous culture and watch elephants feed and bathe at an elephant sanctuary with a full-day trip from Kuala Lumpur. Visit a local village to get a glimpse of everyday life for Malaysians, then continue to the sanctuary to meet the elephants. Watch the creatures being fed and bathed, and learn how the sanctuary protects the elephant population. NOTE: In monsoon season some or all elephant activities may be cancelled if the river is above a safe level.