Poring Treetop Canopy Walk
Poring Treetop Canopy Walk
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travelbugDelhi
New Delhi, India792 contributions
Aug 2022
We went almost at closing time so there was no one about. It had rained ferociously just before so the path to the ticket office & then the trail upto the starting platform was wet & quite slippery. We didn't have to pay for the entrance as we had a ticket from the Mount Kinabalu NP...we just had to buy the canopy ticket & the guard never bothered to tell us about the camera. We were in such a hurry to get to the top that we literally flew up the stairs, otherwise a fairly winding uphill walk. The canopy was higher than the Mulu NP & the views of the forest floor & the mountains from the swaying narrow bridge was superb. I wished we had more time to spend in Poring NP & walk to the waterfall but we arrived too late in the day.
Written December 9, 2022
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yipfam7
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
View from the suspension bridge is beautiful!
There are 5 sections and it is quite exciting. You get to hug a tree after each bridge, so fun. For someone 70yrs who doesn't do any climbing, this wasn't a walk in the park. However it was very enjoyable. There was no rain which was good so the ground was not slippery. On the suspension bridge only 6 persons are allowed at any one time. Of course there is movement on the bridges from one end to another but really quite safe.
Pause and enjoy the view whenever you can.
There are 5 sections and it is quite exciting. You get to hug a tree after each bridge, so fun. For someone 70yrs who doesn't do any climbing, this wasn't a walk in the park. However it was very enjoyable. There was no rain which was good so the ground was not slippery. On the suspension bridge only 6 persons are allowed at any one time. Of course there is movement on the bridges from one end to another but really quite safe.
Pause and enjoy the view whenever you can.
Written July 27, 2023
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jeff1955malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia6,016 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The canopy walkway in Poring Kinabalu is a series of five suspended rope Bridges. You will get a good view of the jungle canopy and surrounding mountains. As you walk along the single plank the rope wobbles. It will take you about a half an hour to complete the course.
Written March 16, 2024
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LiauCC Christine
Singapore, Singapore284 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
We have joined the private tour organised by our driver and tour guide ( Tommy Chui) for 2D1N trip. Canopy walk was great and challenging. He is very professional and caring tour guide. Strongly recommended. Pls contact him at 012-650-7868
Written April 21, 2023
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Lynn Mano
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,489 contributions
Sep 2020 • Family
We had to walk about 550m before we reached the first canopy walk station. It was quite a challenge to climb up the trail especially for some of us who have knee problem. The canopy walk was a good experience for us to overcome our fear of heights. There were 5 parts of the canopy walk with different length. The last walk was the longest. The view was amazing with many tall trees.
Written September 30, 2020
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Excursion11493871646
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
The views were amazing & green with envy. My second attempt at it after 12 years. I turned 70 this year & was an awesome feat. The steep climb at certain areas were challenging. The canopy walk was fun & act of balance. It had rained the previous day so the forest was lush and beautiful.
Written October 21, 2023
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JustinaLee
Singapore, Singapore50 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
Our itinerary in Sabah includes a visit to Poring Hot Spring and Canopy Treetop walk. The canopy treetop walk is a 175 metres length walkway made of wooden planks and supported only by tight ropes and nets, suspended 40 metres high above unspoiled flora, fauna and lush rainforest. The canopy walkway is linked from one giant tree to another tree and there are 4 platforms to complete. According to our guide, the old canopy treetop walk has been closed since the earthquake so we were only allowed to take the new canopy treetop walk, which has a shorter route.
As I have a height phobia and am afraid of heights, I contemplated whether I should do the canopy treetop walk or just miss the highlight of our trip and stay safely at the foothill and wait for my husband and daughter to complete their walk. There was a signboard that disallowed visitors with heart ailment, hypertension and height phobia to climb the canopy. However, as we were on a family bonding holiday, we were supposed to do things together.
To prepare myself for the canopy walk, I watched the video and pictures of the canopy walk a few times before my trip so that I know what to expect. FEAR has two meanings. "Forget everything and run" which I was very tempted to do. I told myself that I would turn back and walk down the foothill on my own or I can "Face everything and rise". The choice was mine.
To go to the canopy walkway, we had to take a short jungle trek uphill. We were ready, we had our caps on, wore cooling exercise gear and comfortable walking shoes. We had sprayed insect repellent and brought enough bottles of water to ensure that we were not dehydrated. There is an entrance fee which our guide paid as it was part of the tour package but we had to pay RM5.00 each for our camera or handphone camera at the canopy booth.
A wooden signboard directed us to the canopy walkway. We started our jungle trail and walked up the concrete stairs and uneven slopes, covered with dried brown leaves, wet soil, pebbles and stones. It was an interesting nature trail as we saw different huge giant trees of varying heights towering about us, spiders with their intrinsic webs, wild flowers, different species of leaves and took in the sight and sound of insects along the way. We didn't get to see any wild monkeys or birds in the rainforest, probably not our luck.
After an exhausting 20 minutes trek, we reached the top of the canopy walk, our first tree platform. In front of me was a long and endless narrow plank, nailed in and supported by the net and tight ropes. Is it safe? Can the narrow plank take my weight? All these thoughts ran through my mind. Only 6 persons were allowed on the canopy at one time and it has to be an individual in a single file as the plank, probably only one feet in width, is so narrow. I can't turn back now as it is a one-way route. Unfortunately, no hand-holding for me, I am on my own! We waited for the visitors in front of us to complete their walk first before we stepped onto the canopy. I gingerly took my first step on the wooden plank and instantly held tightly onto the side ropes with my two hands. The plank shook slightly due to the pressure of my weight and my legs started to wobble. However, seeing my daughter walking ahead of me and my husband behind, I was assured that I would be safe. I can always yell for help if I am afraid. I dare not look down at the view below. To counter my fear of heights, I looked straight ahead at the surrounding trees, took huge steps and walked as fast as I could so that I can complete the first route. My daughter, on the other hand, was posing for photos on the walkway but I was not going to stand still to pose for a photo on a plank that was swaying under my feet. I was focused on completing my route as fast as I could. When I reached the 2nd tree platform, I heaved a sigh of relief. At the tree platform which has a small circular stable platform, I took a short breather and was able to take in a stunning bird's eye view of the rainforest, treetops and the scenery beyond. We could see a small waterfall and hills in a distance. The greenery view is awesome. I took some pictures and was ready to embark onto my next tree. After a while, I got used to the swaying plank and the walk was not as scary as I thought.
The route from the 3rd tree to the 4th tree is the longest. When we reached the final tree platform, my husband and daughter told me that they were very proud of my achievement as I managed to complete the whole canopy walk. If I had not taken the first step, I would have missed the experience and not be able to witness the grandeur of the rainforest.
The canopy walk is not recommended for everyone, definitely not for the faint-hearted and those with hypertension and height phobia. I think there is also an age limit or height limit for young children. Our guide informed us that visitors have turned back after taking their first few step on the shaky canopy walk. It takes a brave heart to walk through the 4 tree platforms. Visitors who do not have a fear of height will find the canopy walk a breeze and interesting. However, for visitors like me who have a fear of height, the fear is very real so do consider if you want to take the plunge as our safety and well-being are of utmost priority.
I am proud that I was adventurous enough to take the leap of faith and made it through the canopy walkway. I faced my fear of height even though it was only for a day, but the experience was worth it.
As I have a height phobia and am afraid of heights, I contemplated whether I should do the canopy treetop walk or just miss the highlight of our trip and stay safely at the foothill and wait for my husband and daughter to complete their walk. There was a signboard that disallowed visitors with heart ailment, hypertension and height phobia to climb the canopy. However, as we were on a family bonding holiday, we were supposed to do things together.
To prepare myself for the canopy walk, I watched the video and pictures of the canopy walk a few times before my trip so that I know what to expect. FEAR has two meanings. "Forget everything and run" which I was very tempted to do. I told myself that I would turn back and walk down the foothill on my own or I can "Face everything and rise". The choice was mine.
To go to the canopy walkway, we had to take a short jungle trek uphill. We were ready, we had our caps on, wore cooling exercise gear and comfortable walking shoes. We had sprayed insect repellent and brought enough bottles of water to ensure that we were not dehydrated. There is an entrance fee which our guide paid as it was part of the tour package but we had to pay RM5.00 each for our camera or handphone camera at the canopy booth.
A wooden signboard directed us to the canopy walkway. We started our jungle trail and walked up the concrete stairs and uneven slopes, covered with dried brown leaves, wet soil, pebbles and stones. It was an interesting nature trail as we saw different huge giant trees of varying heights towering about us, spiders with their intrinsic webs, wild flowers, different species of leaves and took in the sight and sound of insects along the way. We didn't get to see any wild monkeys or birds in the rainforest, probably not our luck.
After an exhausting 20 minutes trek, we reached the top of the canopy walk, our first tree platform. In front of me was a long and endless narrow plank, nailed in and supported by the net and tight ropes. Is it safe? Can the narrow plank take my weight? All these thoughts ran through my mind. Only 6 persons were allowed on the canopy at one time and it has to be an individual in a single file as the plank, probably only one feet in width, is so narrow. I can't turn back now as it is a one-way route. Unfortunately, no hand-holding for me, I am on my own! We waited for the visitors in front of us to complete their walk first before we stepped onto the canopy. I gingerly took my first step on the wooden plank and instantly held tightly onto the side ropes with my two hands. The plank shook slightly due to the pressure of my weight and my legs started to wobble. However, seeing my daughter walking ahead of me and my husband behind, I was assured that I would be safe. I can always yell for help if I am afraid. I dare not look down at the view below. To counter my fear of heights, I looked straight ahead at the surrounding trees, took huge steps and walked as fast as I could so that I can complete the first route. My daughter, on the other hand, was posing for photos on the walkway but I was not going to stand still to pose for a photo on a plank that was swaying under my feet. I was focused on completing my route as fast as I could. When I reached the 2nd tree platform, I heaved a sigh of relief. At the tree platform which has a small circular stable platform, I took a short breather and was able to take in a stunning bird's eye view of the rainforest, treetops and the scenery beyond. We could see a small waterfall and hills in a distance. The greenery view is awesome. I took some pictures and was ready to embark onto my next tree. After a while, I got used to the swaying plank and the walk was not as scary as I thought.
The route from the 3rd tree to the 4th tree is the longest. When we reached the final tree platform, my husband and daughter told me that they were very proud of my achievement as I managed to complete the whole canopy walk. If I had not taken the first step, I would have missed the experience and not be able to witness the grandeur of the rainforest.
The canopy walk is not recommended for everyone, definitely not for the faint-hearted and those with hypertension and height phobia. I think there is also an age limit or height limit for young children. Our guide informed us that visitors have turned back after taking their first few step on the shaky canopy walk. It takes a brave heart to walk through the 4 tree platforms. Visitors who do not have a fear of height will find the canopy walk a breeze and interesting. However, for visitors like me who have a fear of height, the fear is very real so do consider if you want to take the plunge as our safety and well-being are of utmost priority.
I am proud that I was adventurous enough to take the leap of faith and made it through the canopy walkway. I faced my fear of height even though it was only for a day, but the experience was worth it.
Written June 24, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thomas L
Perth, Australia671 contributions
Mar 2017 • Family
We took a tour out to pouring hot springs to do the canopy walk and visit the hot springs.
Our tour included the entrance fee but we had to pay a 5 Ringgit fee for each camera once we reached the start of the tree top walk.
We made our way through the park to the start of the climb to the tree top walk and you pass through the hot springs, we ignored this instead made our way to the start of our upward journey.
It was a hot day and the climb our guide said was 500 metres up, it was actually closer to 900 and for us being a little older it was hard work. At times the path can get quite steep and the slope gradient high and the steps can be quite uneven as they are cut from tree roots, rock and mud making the assent more difficult. As we climbed higher the temperature and humidity increased making it a little more difficult for us. You need light cloths and good walking shoes. Normal dress shoes could hurt your feet or twist an ankle easily.
Once at the top you climb up the stairs to a small enclosed platform for the start of the tree top walk but first you buy a camera ticket costing 5 Ringgit.
There are two sets of bridge walks a 5 bridge which we did and it’s the highest and a 3-bridge walk that was undergoing maintenance. At this point the ground is about 150 meters below you as you step onto the walk way. Your first step is onto a wooden plank approximately 30 cm or 12 inches wide. The netting is underneath and comes up to a height of just over a metre and the whole thing is supported by two wires going from tree to tree. If you are very tall this might bother you as the height of the netting varies from walkway to walkway.
The walkways vary in length from about 20 to 50 metres and only 6 people at one time are allowed on, (irrespective of weight!).
I cannot convey the feeling or sensation you get as you step on the walkway feeling it sink under your weight and then sways gently from side to side then sinking again as somebody else gets on and you feel your grip tightening on the rope connected to the netting and all sorts of strange feelings from petrified to excited flood through your body.
As I walked I kept looking around behind me to see how big the new people stepping on the walkway were as it kept sinking and shaking, were I must confess, at this point my legs had already started shaking and i had this strange tingling sensation going on.
Of course, you have your obligatory idiot who gets on and starts jumping around but were soon pulled into line by the other walkers.
Finally bridge 5 was in focus. At the end and start of each walk there is a rest point around a tree, (a very large one, tree that is). On the 4th tree there was a man sitting on a chair, apparently he sits there all day checking if you had a camera ticket. We did but most people we observed were concentrating on the walk staring directly in front of them and not many were taking photos or looking down. We finally finished leaving walk 5 and began the long trek back down.
All in, it was a magical experience and glad we did it. A lot of the younger people just bolted across but for most of the adults there was plenty of caution, our guide Jeff walked across texting!
So, tips.
You need to be reasonably fit. The climb and walk can be difficult.
If you have a fear of heights and suffer from acrophobia probably not a good idea.
The swaying motion can cause nausea.
Wear light cloths as its hot and humid and wear good walking or hiking shoes
And for some, you might get an over rush of Adrenaline, Okay for the fearless junkies.
At the bottom, there is quite a nice restaurant to get a drink or some food, a little overpriced but it’s okay and the food was good.
There are a few more drink places once you reach the bottom back at the park entrance, and the toilets were clean.
If you like adventure it's worth a try.
Our tour included the entrance fee but we had to pay a 5 Ringgit fee for each camera once we reached the start of the tree top walk.
We made our way through the park to the start of the climb to the tree top walk and you pass through the hot springs, we ignored this instead made our way to the start of our upward journey.
It was a hot day and the climb our guide said was 500 metres up, it was actually closer to 900 and for us being a little older it was hard work. At times the path can get quite steep and the slope gradient high and the steps can be quite uneven as they are cut from tree roots, rock and mud making the assent more difficult. As we climbed higher the temperature and humidity increased making it a little more difficult for us. You need light cloths and good walking shoes. Normal dress shoes could hurt your feet or twist an ankle easily.
Once at the top you climb up the stairs to a small enclosed platform for the start of the tree top walk but first you buy a camera ticket costing 5 Ringgit.
There are two sets of bridge walks a 5 bridge which we did and it’s the highest and a 3-bridge walk that was undergoing maintenance. At this point the ground is about 150 meters below you as you step onto the walk way. Your first step is onto a wooden plank approximately 30 cm or 12 inches wide. The netting is underneath and comes up to a height of just over a metre and the whole thing is supported by two wires going from tree to tree. If you are very tall this might bother you as the height of the netting varies from walkway to walkway.
The walkways vary in length from about 20 to 50 metres and only 6 people at one time are allowed on, (irrespective of weight!).
I cannot convey the feeling or sensation you get as you step on the walkway feeling it sink under your weight and then sways gently from side to side then sinking again as somebody else gets on and you feel your grip tightening on the rope connected to the netting and all sorts of strange feelings from petrified to excited flood through your body.
As I walked I kept looking around behind me to see how big the new people stepping on the walkway were as it kept sinking and shaking, were I must confess, at this point my legs had already started shaking and i had this strange tingling sensation going on.
Of course, you have your obligatory idiot who gets on and starts jumping around but were soon pulled into line by the other walkers.
Finally bridge 5 was in focus. At the end and start of each walk there is a rest point around a tree, (a very large one, tree that is). On the 4th tree there was a man sitting on a chair, apparently he sits there all day checking if you had a camera ticket. We did but most people we observed were concentrating on the walk staring directly in front of them and not many were taking photos or looking down. We finally finished leaving walk 5 and began the long trek back down.
All in, it was a magical experience and glad we did it. A lot of the younger people just bolted across but for most of the adults there was plenty of caution, our guide Jeff walked across texting!
So, tips.
You need to be reasonably fit. The climb and walk can be difficult.
If you have a fear of heights and suffer from acrophobia probably not a good idea.
The swaying motion can cause nausea.
Wear light cloths as its hot and humid and wear good walking or hiking shoes
And for some, you might get an over rush of Adrenaline, Okay for the fearless junkies.
At the bottom, there is quite a nice restaurant to get a drink or some food, a little overpriced but it’s okay and the food was good.
There are a few more drink places once you reach the bottom back at the park entrance, and the toilets were clean.
If you like adventure it's worth a try.
Written April 5, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
801Julia365
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK72 contributions
Jan 2015 • Business
Very hot and humid, steep and long climb up to it. Comprises 4 long walkways. Safe and regularly maintained, but scary for me nonetheless. Make sure you take water and insect repellent it is deep in jungle.
Written February 1, 2015
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JacquelineTripAdv
Gothenburg, Sweden43 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
The Canopy walk is a part of the Poring Hot Spring park, and along with it there is also a butterfly garden which was small but held a great number of wonderful butterflies! We enjoyed the walk a lot but the turnoff was that we needed to pay for taking pictures.
Written December 3, 2017
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Do we need a guide to walk through the trails? Do they have guide services from any counters there?
Written November 29, 2018
No guide needed. Impossible to get lost unless you create a new trail.
Written November 29, 2018
5 ringets per adult and 2,50 per child, non Malaysians
Written October 19, 2018
can i bring my son (2 years old) to join together? any age limit?
Written July 5, 2018
How long does it take to complete the canopy walk? How many hours did you spend at the park?
Written October 6, 2017
We took 20 mins to trek uphill to the starting point of the canopy walk. Only 6 persons are allowed on the canopy walk at any one time and in a single file so you have to wait for the people ahead to complete their walk first before you can step on to the canopy walk. The whole canopy walk is about 45 minutes as there are 4 platforms to complete. You may also want to give yourself time to pose for pictures or take a breather at the stable tree platform before you embark on to the next platform. You need another 15 minutes to walk downhill so give yourself at least 1.5 - 2 hours. You may wish to read my TripAdvisor's review about my first-hand experience on the canopy walk. It will give you an idea on what to expect. Have fun!
Written October 6, 2017
I would like to do the canary walk but my partner does not, is there somewhere she can wait while I do it ?
Written August 26, 2017
Hi Judith,
In addition to my earlier answer, your partner may wish to read my review about my first-hand experience of the canopy (not canary) walk so that she can decide if she wants to do the canopy walk or not. I have a fear of heights.
Written September 6, 2017
I would like to do the canary walk but my partner does not, is there somewhere she can wait while I do it ?
Written August 26, 2017
Yes. When you start the walk there is a small restaurant and many seating areas to wait in. Good luck it's a great walk.
Written August 27, 2017
Hi We are staying in KK in April, is this worth doing and how is the best way to get there?
Any other suggestions for our time would be great
Thanks
Graham M
Written March 14, 2016
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