If you haven’t already heard, Selangor is home to a multitude of theme parks and water parks packed with fun for the whole family. Known to offer an array of exciting rides and activities, these parks are designed to entertain whilst putting your skills to the test. Be prepared for exciting adventures that await as you enter each of these parks, featuring unique touches respectively that will have you coming back for more.
Known as one of the Top 25 brightly-lit places in the world, i-City sets out to give visitors a colourful experience unlike any other. First opened in December 2009, i-City is a 25-acre tourism destination located in the state’s capital, Shah Alam.
Join in the fun at the City of Digital Lights, where you will find yourself spoiled for choice with entertaining outdoor park rides set against a backdrop of 1 million LED lightscapes. Travel along the Snowalk for a chilling surprise within a 50-thousand square feet of arctic setting, coolly maintained below 5 degrees Celsius.
Alternatively, change into your bathing suits and head to the WaterWorld for the first Tornado Ride in Southeast Asia. End your trip to i-City at FunWorld, which offers family-oriented exhibits and games at Malaysia’s first interactive wax museum, The Red Carpet and Malaysia’s first Trick Art Museum.
For more pricing options, head over to i-City’s website
Getting to i-City is a breeze via public transport. Hop onto the KTM Komuter train from Kuala Lumpur and hop off at Padang Jawa station. From there it is a short distance of 3.8km to i-City.
Visitors also have the option to board the 750 RapidKL bus from Pasar Seni and head towards UiTM Shah Alam.
A long-standing favourite, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park offers a multitude of adventures that are set to excite. From its famous water slides to some of the scariest haunted houses, Sunway Lagoon definitely has something for everyone.
Home to over 90 attractions, Sunway Lagoon stretches over 88 acres and provides impressive theme park experiences across main adventure zones such as the Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, XPark, Sunway Lost Lagoon and Scream Park. Sunway Lagoon is also filled with various dining options so don’t worry about cooking up an appetite after a fun-filled day here.
Fun fact: Sunway Lagoon is not only home to one, but two water parks. The Sunway Lost Lagoon is set within lush nature to mimic the beauty of a natural rainforest. Explore this fantasyland featuring colossal water rides, playgrounds and beautiful waterfalls complete with recreational campsites.
For more pricing options, head over to Sunway Lagoon’s website.
Sunway Group offers a Sunway City Bus Rapid Transit System to make it easier for visitors to get to the park. Hop on the bus and stop at The Pinnacle, which is only a distance of 36 metres from the park. From there, simply walk along the elevated covered walkway to reach your destination.
If you wish to travel by train instead, take the KTM Komuter train to the Subang Jaya Station, where you will be able to catch the feeder bus that takes you directly to Sunway Pyramid. Alternatively, you can take the LRT to Kelana Jaya Station and catch the feeder bus from there as well.
Sunway also provides a free shuttle service on Mondays to Fridays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM and on weekends from 9:00 AM to 9.30 PM, with the bus stopping directly at the entrance of Sunway Lagoon.
Nestled in the shopping complex of Paradigm Mall, ESCAPE PJ is known for its thrilling rides and games set within a natural environment. This park is also open to all ages so there’s more fun for everyone.
ESCAPE PJ is packed with exciting activities such as the Airbag, where you get to jump from a high point and bounce off a giant bag on the ground. Alternatively, try your hand at rock climbing or the Gecko Tower, as it is known within the park grounds.
Not only will you get to have a go at these activities on your own, but also have the option to do it as a team. ESCAPE PJ provides fun team-building packages that allow visitors to come in groups to complete multiple tasks. Enjoy activities such as the Teamplay Challenge to foster a stronger bond with those around you.
For more pricing options, head over to ESCAPE PJ’s website.
Located in the breezy and hilly area of Hulu Langat, Skytrex is the perfect spot for those who are into extreme adventures. Surrounded by rivers and waterfalls, this park has the ultimate natural ambience in which the activities are held. Get ready for a fun-filled day with adventures such as a flying fox, step bridge, monkey bars and many more. There are also food and fruit stalls that can be found around the park if you need to grab a bite along your exciting adventure at Skytrex. Picnic areas are also available around the park for families to enjoy its calm and serene environment.
Skytrex is open daily. The first departure to the theme park is at 9:00 AM and the last is at 3:30 PM.
For more pricing options, head over to Skytrex’s website.
Put a spring in your step at Jump Street Asia in Petaling Jaya. Filled with over a hundred interconnected trampolines and jumping attractions to choose from, Jump Street will definitely boost your energy levels. Known as Malaysia’s Biggest Trampoline Park, Jump Street invites you to experience the thrill of Defying Gravity from the floor right up to the walls.
Let the bouncing journey begin as you enter the main court, which is over 9,000 square feet and is packed with many interconnected trampolines. Show off your parkour skills as you leap from mat to mat or bounce off the walls in Jump Street’s biggest and highest action space. This theme park also offers an interactive experience through its Jump, Tap and Score section. Grab a partner and challenge each other by jumping and hitting the correctly lit button. The fastest to tap the button wins. Learn what it’s like to be a fly on the wall by jumping your way to the new Velcro Fly Wall area of the park, decked out in a stylish Velcro suit, which allows you to jump as high as you can and stick to the wall.
Football lovers, Jump Street also has a special section just for you. Join in a friendly football match, where you can test or expand your skills. Tired of walking? Try out the zipline experience at the park, where you can take flight and enjoy the activities from a bird’s eye view. Also, what better way to enjoy trampolines than with a game of dodgeball. Test your throwing skills, balance and reflexes at the new trampoline dodgeball league in Malaysia. Want a bigger space to jump around? Jump Street also offers a high-performance area that caters to serious athletes, where you can improve your athletic skills on the six Olympic-sized tramps. Last but not least, defy gravity at The Wall by showing off your tips and tricks as you take on the challenge of mastering The Wall.
For more pricing options, head over to Jumpstreet’s website.
Located right next door to Jaya One Mall, Jump Street is easily accessible by public transport. The nearest LRT stations to Jump Street are the Asia Jaya LRT station and the Universiti LRT station. If you are stopping at the Asia Jaya LRT station, hop onto the Rapid KL bus number T628B and step off at Masjid Tun Abdul Aziz. From there it is only a 200-metre walk away to Jump Street’s entrance.
From the Universiti LRT station, board the T635 Rapid KL bus and disembark at Jaya One. From there, walk for approximately 60 metres and find yourself at the entrance of Jump Street on your right.
In central KL, you can hop on to the Rapid KL Bus U85. Hop off at Jaya One and walk 60 metres until you see Jump Street on your right.
Nestled in Carey Island, Amverton Cove Golf and Island Resort invites you to spend a day at its tribal-themed water park. Visit the Riverine Splash for a wet and wild adventure, where you can try out various invigorating rides. The Riverine Splash has it all from the adrenaline-pumping thrill to the serene relaxation you may crave. Take a cruise along the Cave River, where you may have the opportunity to spot some river creatures as well as Mah Meri characters.
Photos by Amverton Cove
Not only is Amverton Cove Golf and Island Resort home to a water theme park but also other attractions you can check out. Explore the Survival Park, which is sheltered among clusters of beautiful Banyan trees. This open-lawn concept features a series of activities such as a garden maze, tree houses and a flying fox zip line.
Photos by Amverton Cove
For a more exhilarating experience, stop by the Action Park, where you will find loads of extreme activities to choose from. Join in the fun with paintball, go-karting, archery and more at the Action Park, and don’t leave without saying hello to some of our four-legged friends and exotic creatures at the Animal Island that is surrounded by luscious greenery.
Photos by Amverton Cove
For golf lovers, Amverton Cove offers you a luxurious golfing experience. The 18-hole course is designed to bring out the best in every golfer on the green. Surrounded by ponds, lakes and mangrove forests, this is where luxury meets the greens.
The Amverton Cove theme park is closed every Tuesday except on Public Holidays and School Holidays.
Amverton Riverine Splash
Amverton Survival Park
For more pricing options, head over to Amverton Cove Golf and Island Resort’s website.
Last but not least, check out SplashMania, where nature meets fun. This waterpark is known for its one-of-a-kind attractions from impressive water slides to various rides that are set to elevate your water park experience.
Home to over 39 slides and attractions, this fun-filled theme park is set to spoil for choice. Check out the surf pool, Surf Mania, which is filled with fast-paced, rocky waves to put your surfing skills to the test. Its famous pirate ship, Amazonia, is a multi-level ship featuring an event space, a thrilling waterslide, a food and beverage shack and more.
SplashMania is also packed with other exciting water slides you may want to try out. Slide down enclosed tubes at high speed at Shaka Waka or plunge 6 storeys down into the lagoon at Plunge. A translucent slide known as the Whoppa Loopa, offers a winding ride that ends in a big splash into the water. Race with your friends and family at Spills & Thrills on family rafts atop a curved bowl, or twist and turn at Tiny Twista with steep angles and high-speed turns.
SplashMania is closed on Wednesdays except during public holidays and school holidays.
Thursday - Tuesday: 10:00 AM. - 6:00 PM.
For more pricing options, head over to SplashMania Water Park’s website.
So go ahead and take your pick from any one of these exciting theme parks or water parks and let the adventure begin. Round up the family, friends or loved ones to make a trip to any of these destinations a one to remember.
Launched in 2014, Eco Venture is known as one of the largest container hotels nestled within the Hulu Langat district. This one-stop fun spot spreads over 20 acres with an outdoor recreation area packed with adrenaline-pumping activities that are set to thrill. Located just 45 minutes away from the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur, Eco Venture offers an energising getaway to unwind and relax from a hectic week.
With plenty of outdoor activities to choose from such as fishing, kayaking, cycling and many more, Eco Venture is the perfect place to hone your outdoor skills. Enjoy the fun and thrill of Ninja Park, where you will be challenged by a suspended obstacle course or bask in the cooling waters of Eco Venture’s 10,000-square foot swimming pool. Spend a night at the resort at the Camp Site of Eco Venture, where there is ample space to pitch a tent and start a fire while you appreciate the calm and serene environment.
For more pricing options, head over to Semenyih Eco Venture’s website.
The resort is easily accessible via public transport. Visitors can hop onto the Kajang MRT line and disembark at the Bandar Tun Hussein Onn station. From there is a quick half-hour car ride to the resort. Opt for either a Grab or a taxi to get you from the MRT station to Semenyih Eco Venture.