Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia and a great place to spend a few days after a long flight. We arrived directly from Singapore and honestly didn't expect to enjoy KL as much as we did! We stayed in Kuala Lumpur for about a week in total, although we also spent a few nights exploring Taman Negara in between. Read more about our trip to Taman Negara here. With more than 2 million residents and a mix of different cultures and nationalities, Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant

You can choose to explore the jungle of Taman Negara independently, but there are also plenty of organized tours available. During our visit, we combined both options. We explored some parts of the rainforest by ourselves but also booked two guided excursions. Having a guide really adds value because you learn much more about the environment and often spot wildlife that you would easily miss on your own. Looking back, this was the perfect balance. We loved being able to explo

Taman Negara literally translates to “National Park” and is the oldest and probably the most famous tropical rainforest in the world. It is located in central Malaysia, approximately 240 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur. The rainforest is estimated to be around 130 to 150 million years old, making it older than the Amazon rainforest. Covering more than 4,000 square kilometers, Taman Negara is the perfect destination for jungle walks, boat trips and canopy walks. What makes this p