5 Ways to Explore FRIM in a Day

Posted by TianChad田七摄影 December 15, 2015

5 Ways to Explore FRIM in a Day

I spent my childhood in an estate so naturally I love being in the great outdoors. The rich variety of flora and fauna in the jungle never ceases to amaze. So when I had the chance to drive the Honda Civic 2.0 over the weekend, I decided to make a trip to the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepong for a little nature excursion.

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Honda Civic all-in-one car dashboard with all required controls at driver reach

The first thing I did before I started my road trip to FRIM was to pair my Note 5 Spotify playlist via Bluetooth to the vehicle. The 7-Inch Display Audio has a variety of functions including volume and speaker control! I also love how everything was made easier within the driver’s reach.

It was a smooth ride all the way to FRIM and once there, I took a relaxing drive around FRIM. Did you know that even if you are not a big fan of trekking, you can still explore the vast beauty of FRIM inside your car? The intuitive controls within the reach of my fingertips made it very easy to enjoy the natural surroundings without getting distracted from driving.

I also had the ECON Button on throughout my driving trip, which helped a lot to minimise fuel consumption. I noticed that it shifts into high gears quickly and smoothly, an indication that the fuel saving mode is working.

Average fuel 9.4km/l with Econ Fuel Saving Mode on

After the fun nature drive, it was time to take some photos and explore FRIM on foot. Here are some things I did to make the most out of my day at FRIM – perhaps you can try them out, too!

1. Do the Canopy Walkway
The Canopy Walkways spans 150 metres and is suspended between trees. Be sure to get your tickets from the FRIM One Stop Centre located at Building Block D6 first.

2. Have lunch at the waterfall
Upon exiting the Canopy Walkway, you will need to walk downhill before reaching a mini waterfall. It is a great place to relax and have a picnic.

#TCSelfie with Abang Din, my Nature Guide at FRIM

3. Hire a nature guide
For just RM120 per group, the guide will bring you around the various trails and learn more about its rich flora and fauna.

Tree leave that is big enough to give you a shade

4. Take advantage of the photography hotspots
Listen to the chirping birds and take a slow walk to photograph the many unique plants encountered along the way.

5. Enjoy the sunset at Kepong Botanic Garden.
I got back inside the Civic and found the location to this place using Google Maps. There is a popular jogging trail here but catching the sunset by the serene lake could be a more perfect way to end your day.

Thanks Honda Civic 2.0 to be my roadtrip partner of the day

Please visit to http://www.frim.gov.my for more information on FRIM. For further details on this car and Honda, please visit www.withdreams.com.my.

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More photos taken at FRIM are shared below:

Don't look down if you are afraid of height, but you should really do that to enjoy that thrill and adrenaline pump

Hello green frog

Nature trekking in FRIM Kepong Kuala Lumpur

Adventure to FRIM

Crown Shyness @ FRIM Malaysia

I became the forest ranger of the day. The tree root is so huge!!

Serene ambiance at Kepong Botanic Garden @ FRIM

Emergency Contact for people in FRIM

#TCSelfie at one of the rocky spot in FRIM

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