Bukit Tabur
Bukit Tabur, in Taman Melawati, is one of the parks, gardens and trails near Kuala Lumpur in the Where2Go guide. Below are its address, opening hours, prices and directions, checked in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
| Address | West trailhead, Taman Melawati, Gombak, Selangor (about 20 km north-east of the city centre) |
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| Details | Daylight hikes only; permit required Permit RM5 per person via the SeForest e-Permit system; registered guide required |
| Good to know | Just outside KL Experienced hikers only |
| Area | Taman Melawati |
| Typical visit | About 4 h |
| Listed in | KL Nature & Outdoors |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Bukit Tabur
Bukit Tabur is a narrow quartz ridge above the Klang Gates reservoir, about a 30-minute drive from the city centre. The views over the reservoir and the forested hills at sunrise and sunset are among the best near KL, but the route involves scrambling on all fours, rope sections with unreliable anchors and steep drops on both sides, and there have been fatal falls. It is not suitable for beginners.
Since 1 April 2025 a permit is required for every hike, applied for online through the Selangor Forestry Department SeForest e-Permit system (forestry.selangor.gov.my) at least 48 hours ahead. The fee is RM5 per person and a registered guide is mandatory; hiking without a permit can be fined up to RM30,000. The West trail takes about 3 to 6 hours return depending on fitness, and the East trail about 1.5 to 2 hours to the top. Start early, carry plenty of water and wear shoes with good grip.
Bukit Tabur Location
Nearby
- Zoo Negara (National Zoo) โ Attraction, 2.8 km away
Plan a route with opening times using the Where2Go trip planner.