As we head into the thick of 2024, many Malaysians are probably getting back to the mundane routine of their daily jobs and regular commitments. So before you catch a burnout and wonder where the fun has gone, this is your chance to find some adventure for a brief moment this year!
Universally loved, theme parks are a fun way to not only get some adrenaline pumping in your system, but as a method to mingle with those closest to you in your life from all ages, races, and different walks of life. So grab your favourite people and start planning, cause you deserve an afternoon (or evening) of unwinding into pure fun and relaxation.
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Here are 10 theme parks in the Klang Valley to check out if you’re looking for a day of adventure!
1. Sunway Lagoon
Arguably one of the most diverse parks in Malaysia, Sunway Lagoon is a one-stop place for fun with over 90 attractions spread across an impressive 88 acres. With five separate adventure zones (Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, XPark, and Scream Park & Sunway Lost Lagoon), a blissful addition here is that your can visit any of these zones depending on your personal interest.
Feel like taking a dip? Sunway Lagoon’s Vuvuzela, which is the largest in Malaysia, will take you through some impeccable twists and turns down a high plunge. Seeking that dose of adrenaline? Scream your heart out on the Lost City of Gold Scream Coaster. Interested in seeing some rare creatures? The Wildlife Park has over 150 species of animals for you to discover!
Whichever way you view it, there is something here for everyone. Click here for a full rundown of the admission prices of tickets to Sunway Lagoon.
Address
3, Jalan PJS11/11, Bandar Sunway,
47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Operating hours
– 10am to 11pm (Daily)
2. SuperPark
With a heart-warming backstory, SuperPark’s beginnings come all the way from a Finland, where a father found inspiration to create an entire indoor activity park after he was playing with his daughter one afternoon. Fast forward to 2024 and there are over 100 locations of SuperPark in the world.
An ideal location for both adults and kids, Avenue K’s very own SuperPark is divided into three zones: the Adventure Arena, the Game Arena, and the Freestyle Hall. From bouncing around on trampolines to going through a literal ninja track, you can even give yourself a shot at disc golf or test your limits on the augmented climbing wall for a dose of fitness and pleasure.
There are various timeslots for guests to choose from depending on your day of selection. Group packages are also available should you want to bounce around and have fun with your friends too. Click here to check out all the ticket options at SuperPark.
Address
Unit 4-1, Level 4, Avenue K Shopping Mall,
156, Jalan Ampang, 50450, Kuala Lumpur.
Operating hours
– 10am to 7.30pm (Daily)
3. SplashMania
Situated suitably at Gamuda Cove in Kuala Langat, SplashMania describes itself as an intersection where nature meets fun! With 24 thrilling water slides that ensure a fun and memorable trip, don’t forget to bring a change of clothing to this park, as you likely won’t be dry after trying out almost any activity.
With rides that are literally named The Plunge, Maniac Racers, and Sumaumeira, aspiring surfers can even give Surf Mania a shot to test their balancing skills. For an immersive experience that’ll have you excited beyond words, don’t forget to check out the 78m-long Shaka Waka water slide, as its customised LED effects and music will have your senses running wild with its colourful and creative designs.
Click here to check out the different packages and ticket options in SplashMania.
Address
Jalan Cove Sentral 4, Bandar Gamuda Cove,
42700 Dengkil, Selangor
Operating hours
– 10am to 6pm (Daily)
– Closed on Wednesdays (except for public and school holidays)
4. District 21
Described as an “Apocalypse-themed” adventure park, District 21’s 52,000sqft indoor premise is a good option for those who want to get their hearts pumping without being under the sun. Located in IOI City Mall, there are eight prominent attractions that offer a variety of activities from climbing, jumping, riding, sliding, and flying.
The Tubby Ride will see visitors travel down a snow bank of an inner tube while the Launch Pad will propel you into the air to slam dunk some hoops. If you’re thinking of a more passive and thought-provoking activity, the vertical labyrinth tunnels that make up the Maze will give you the opportunity to explore some funky challenges and test your limits.
More than a park for family and friends, District 21 also has function rooms for team building activities, birthday parties, and school trips too! Click here for details on the admission prices for the location.
Address
AT 6, IOI City Mall, IOI Resort City,
62502 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya
Operating hours
– 12pm to 8pm (Weekdays)
– 10am to 8pm (Weekends)
5. Berjaya Times Square Theme Park
Holding a piece of history, Berjaya Times Square Theme Park entered the Malaysia Book of Records as the First Largest Indoor Theme Park of the nation at 133,000sqft. Divided into two exciting sections, the colourful and mystical world of this theme park will immerse you into an almost Alice in Wonderland world, with the Galaxy Station for thrill seekers and the Fantasy Garden for kids.
Aside from the iconic Supersonic Odyssey coaster that’ll have you riding in the air on a variety of twists and turns, you can also hope on the Botanic Drive to take a leisurely trip through the Fantasy Garden or visit the Urban Strike Force to blast your stresses away. If you’ve caught every ride there is to try, explore some of the park’s arcade games to calm your nerves after the adrenaline-filled session.
The park is also open to corporate functions, school tours, and a variety of parties and special occasions upon enquiry. Click here to see the variety of ticket options for the theme park.
Address
No. 09-103, 9th Floor, Berjaya Times Square,
No. 1, Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Operating hours
– 12pm to 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
– 11am to 8pm (Weekends and public holidays)
6. Jump Street
If you’re absolutely determined to fly high, Jump Street pretty much has you covered in that aspect. Originally consisting of a main court for visitors to jump and fall on trampolines to their heart’s content, the expansion of Jump Street to include a variety of games such as the Velcro Fly Wall, Zipline, Slackline, and Jump, Tap, & Score Wall is a healthy way to instil some competition through the fun.
For those looking to get a bit sporty, the Street Soccer setup will give you a momentary break from jumping in the air while the Dodgeball Court incorporates the trampolines into what is already a game of war amongst friends. To all parents who are thinking of bringing their young kids here, be informed that the premises has numerous performance and safety precautions in place for all of their games.
Click here for a full rundown of the admission price tickets to Jump Street.
Address
No 8A, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13,
46200, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Operating hours
– 10am to 6.30pm (Tuesdays to Sundays and public holidays)
– Closed on Mondays
7. Wet World Water Park
If the name in itself wasn’t clear, Wet World Water Park is Malaysia’s largest chain of waterparks, priding itself as a value for money and family-oriented park. With the Super Hurricane ride that will spin you in its glory until you’re seeing stars to the Caribbean Rider that you can slide on while taking in views of lush greenery, this spot stands as a good location of fun for kids and adults alike.
For the little ones to get in on just as much of the fun, take a comfortable slide down the Island of Treasures or even splash around at the Pirate Cove. If you’re thinking of adding a layer of light-heated risk to your fun afternoon, explore the Pirate Challenge and take a dip while viewing your surroundings.
Find more information about the tickets to the park by clicking here.
Address
3A, Persiaran Dato Menteri, Seksyen 14,
40000, Shah Alam, Selangor
Operating hours
– 10am to 6pm (Daily)
8. Skyline Luge
Originating from New Zealand in 1985, Skyline Luge has quickly risen to become one of Malaysia’s latest and thrilling theme parks that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Beyond the gravity-fuelled Skyline Luge ride, visitors can also take a scene Skyride that gives one a bird’s eye view of Gamuda Gardens’ beautiful surroundings of natural landscape without leaving its grounds.
If you’re seeking an instantaneous moment of rush, glide down the Hyfly zipline that soars over the Skyline Luge tracks, with a free-fall option that is coming very soon this 2024! A commemorated merchandise shop is also located on the grounds for you to grab some refreshments from their F&B kiosk as well as family room facilities for parents to see to their little ones.
Different combinations of park access is available on Skyline Luge’s website, so find which activities you want to explore the most before grabbing your tickets here.
Address
Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur, Taman Tema Luge Gardens,
Persiaran Gamuda Gardens Utama, Bandar Gamuda Gardens,
48050 Kuang, Selangor
Operating hours
– 10am to 6pm (Mondays to Thursdays)
– 10am to 10pm (Fridays to Sundays)
9. ESCAPE Petaling Jaya
Incorporating scientific research into the development of their park, ESCAPE Petaling Jaya combines the elements of play with values to provide an answer to the modern-day problem of underdeveloped life-skills. Bringing an array of rides and games into a contemporary setting, visitors will have a chance to propel their inner acrobat to the forefront at this park.
From airbag jumps to a Banana Flip slide, endurance games such as the Coco Climb and Obstacleplay are good ways to add a dose to fitness to theme park fun. For more daring individuals, participating in the Aerobat, will quite literally swing you into the air. If you want a bigger challenge, Monkey Business requires one to swing using ropes, walk across fallen logs, and step on stones to cross a river.
Advise is provided on their official website so you know which games are suitable for various age ranges. Click here to view all the ticket options at ESCAPE Petaling Jaya.
Address
GB-07 Level G, Paradigm Mall, No.1, Jalan SS7/6A,
47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Operating hours
– 10am to 8pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
– Closed on Mondays.
10. VAR Live
A theme park to kill zombies? Sign us up! VAR Live’s existence as a virtual reality theme park takes the adventure experience to a whole new level by transporting you into the confines of a series of games. From assimilating auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic four-dimensional elements within a video game, players will actually need to “survive” to get out of this one.
With games that will push you to the limit such as Zombie Jail 2 and horrifying nightmares you’ll view first-hand in The Others, test your agility in games such as Super Ninja or Crazy Rush to show that you may actually survive a dystopian world. Nevertheless, be aware that those who are pregnant or suffering from chronic diseases are advised to not play in this theme park due to its immersive nature.
Packages exist for an unlimited all-day pass or just a few games depending on how long you want to smash it out in this modern array of theme park games. Click here to find out more details of the packages at VAR Live.
Address
L2-015, MyTOWN Shopping Centre,
No. 6, Jalan Cochrane, 55100, Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours
– 10am to 10pm (Daily)
There’s a theme park for a variety of activities that’ll incorporate fun into your day! Which is your favourite theme park on this list, and how many of them do you plan to visit? Let us know!
