Genting Highlands is the best known of the three hill
stations on the western side of the Banjaran Titiwangsa Range. North of KL, it
was opened in 1972 and is only 50km away from the Pahang border. One of
Genting’s most popular features is the Genting Theme Park – an amusement park
with four zones.
Families especially love Gentings – mostly because there’s
so much to do for everyone. Golf courses, a casino, shopping mall and more,
keep most occupied but it’s the Genting Theme Park that really gets people in.
The park is divided into four indoor and outdoor zones – the Outdoor Theme
Park, First World Indoor Theme Park, Water Park and Video Games Park. The usual
thrill rides and water slides are available, but there’s also a variety of
signature attractions at Genting Theme Park including the Genting Sky Venture –
a fierce wind tunnel for a simulated skydive – plus the fittingly-named Snow
World. Food and drinks are expensive – considering they only have stuff like
hot dogs, sandwiches, juice, soda and more – but a day walking in the chilly
air can make you hungry, so you’ll actually be craving these in no time.
Resorts World Genting has breathed new life into its indoor
entertainment space, creating the new Skytropolis Funland that was soft opened
in December last year after closing for nearly one and a half years. Since the
opening, it has attracted thousands of visitors to the resort. Needless to say, this newly revamped indoor
theme park is a portal to a new dimension of fun, which will take guests on
thrilling adventures and adrenaline-packed rides. From its entrance with actual
moving gears, to the thousands of colourful light bulbs that deck out each
ride, every inch of the indoor theme park promises extreme fun.
The Skytropolis Funland is spread across four floors is
nothing but colourful and vibrant. With
mega large LED screens on the walls and even on the ceiling (over 50 meters in
length) that light up the park, the new Skytropolis promises an unforgettable
time for the whole family. For the opening, 13 rides have been introduced,
whilst nine more will follow suit. Covering 400,000 square feet, the indoor
theme park includes Asia’s first The VOID hyper reality centre, BigTop Video
Games Park and soon the Imaginatrix that combines physical rides with virtual
reality.
Previously known as the First World Indoor Theme Park, the
attraction saw more than 20 million visitors walking through and enjoying the
indoor theme park with more than 1,000,000 tickets sold a year before its
closure in 2017. The indoor theme park was ahead of its time with attractions
such as SkyVenture, a free fall skydiving simulator the only one in Asia then.
With the introduction of the Genting Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP) to
re-develop Resorts World Genting, the Indoor Theme Park was part of the plans
to be re-vamped to accommodate the new look and feel that the resort was
re-creating. This shift in paradigm and outlook has enabled the resort to offer
a new ‘Funland’ for guests of all ages to enjoy.
Adults can get in on the fun as well, with rides meant for
the whole family to enjoy. First, get the adrenaline started with the Copper
Express vintage as it 'choo-choos' its way along a 61m track, providing a
visual tour of Skytropolis Funland. Space Cadets elevates and spins passengers
around for an exhilarating exploration of the solar system. Bring things down
to earth with a regal spin on the Royal Carousel, or stay up in the sky in
emulation of Phileas Fogg and his journey Around the World in 80 Days in the
Balloon Race. Coming soon are the magical mystery Tea Cups, the Charlot Cruise
that loops around the park and the Soaring Ships which offers an aerial view
that you can enjoy with the whole family.
REVIEW VIDEO :
Genting Highlands Theme Park
Families especially love Gentings – mostly because there’s
so much to do for everyone. Golf courses, a casino, shopping mall and more,
keep most occupied but it’s the Genting Theme Park that really gets people in.
The park is divided into four indoor and outdoor zones – the Outdoor Theme
Park, First World Indoor Theme Park, Water Park and Video Games Park. The usual
thrill rides and water slides are available, but there’s also a variety of
signature attractions at Genting Theme Park including the Genting Sky Venture –
a fierce wind tunnel for a simulated skydive – plus the fittingly-named Snow
World. Food and drinks are expensive – considering they only have stuff like
hot dogs, sandwiches, juice, soda and more – but a day walking in the chilly
air can make you hungry, so you’ll actually be craving these in no time.
Genting's 20th Century Fox World indoor theme opening may be
on hold for now but that hasn't stopped the popular holiday destination from
announcing its latest park – Skytropolis Funland!
SKYTROPOLIS FUNLAND @ SKY AVENUE, GENTING HIGHLANDS
A carnival the world awaits!
Resorts World Genting has breathed new life into its indoor
entertainment space, creating the new Skytropolis Funland that was soft opened
in December last year after closing for nearly one and a half years. Since the
opening, it has attracted thousands of visitors to the resort. Needless to say, this newly revamped indoor
theme park is a portal to a new dimension of fun, which will take guests on
thrilling adventures and adrenaline-packed rides. From its entrance with actual
moving gears, to the thousands of colourful light bulbs that deck out each
ride, every inch of the indoor theme park promises extreme fun.
The Skytropolis Funland is spread across four floors is
nothing but colourful and vibrant. With
mega large LED screens on the walls and even on the ceiling (over 50 meters in
length) that light up the park, the new Skytropolis promises an unforgettable
time for the whole family. For the opening, 13 rides have been introduced,
whilst nine more will follow suit. Covering 400,000 square feet, the indoor
theme park includes Asia’s first The VOID hyper reality centre, BigTop Video
Games Park and soon the Imaginatrix that combines physical rides with virtual
reality.
A new beginning
Previously known as the First World Indoor Theme Park, the
attraction saw more than 20 million visitors walking through and enjoying the
indoor theme park with more than 1,000,000 tickets sold a year before its
closure in 2017. The indoor theme park was ahead of its time with attractions
such as SkyVenture, a free fall skydiving simulator the only one in Asia then.
With the introduction of the Genting Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP) to
re-develop Resorts World Genting, the Indoor Theme Park was part of the plans
to be re-vamped to accommodate the new look and feel that the resort was
re-creating. This shift in paradigm and outlook has enabled the resort to offer
a new ‘Funland’ for guests of all ages to enjoy.
Enjoy an adrenaline rush or have fun with the family with
awesome rides!
Adults can get in on the fun as well, with rides meant for
the whole family to enjoy. First, get the adrenaline started with the Copper
Express vintage as it 'choo-choos' its way along a 61m track, providing a
visual tour of Skytropolis Funland. Space Cadets elevates and spins passengers
around for an exhilarating exploration of the solar system. Bring things down
to earth with a regal spin on the Royal Carousel, or stay up in the sky in
emulation of Phileas Fogg and his journey Around the World in 80 Days in the
Balloon Race. Coming soon are the magical mystery Tea Cups, the Charlot Cruise
that loops around the park and the Soaring Ships which offers an aerial view
that you can enjoy with the whole family.
What to do
Kids can start with the classic carousel Ride ’Em Round, or
sit in rotating pods at Whirly Bugs. Meanwhile, Boo Boo Bump is a spin on the
classic bumper car and Loop De Loop whirls around an illuminated iron-wrought
Genting Tower.
Rides
All rides cost the same at RM10 per ride on weekdays. It
goes up to RM15 on weekends, public holidays, eve of public holidays, and
school holidays.
- Spin Crazy (Thrill Ride)
- Power Surge (Thrill Ride)
- Disco! (Thrill Ride)
- Sky Towers (Thrill Ride)
- Bumper Boss (Thrill Ride)
- Balloon Race (Family Ride)
- Space Cadets (Family Ride)
- Boo Boo Bump (Child Ride)
- Royal Carousel (Family Ride)
- Copper Express (Family Ride)
- Loop de Loop (Child Ride)
- Ride ‘Em Round (Child Ride)
- Whirly Bugs (Child Ride)
The VOID
The VOID, a virtual reality entertainment centre, is right beside
the theme park. Wearing a VR headset and vest, visitors roam around in a large
virtual space, fending off virtual enemies with their weapons.
Tickets cost RM130 each, but if you buy The VOID +
Skytropolis Funland Preview Pass combo, it costs just RM150 (savings of RM40).
There is a minimum height requirement of 122cm.
The VOID offers four VR experiences:
- Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire
- Ralph Breaks VR (from the cartoon movie Wreck-It Ralph)
- Nicodemus: Demon of Evanishment
- Ghostbusters
Food Shop
- Wowfils
- Ice Cream & Gelato
- Durian Delights
- Popcorn & Fairy Floss
- Local Pastries
- Think Pink
- Malaysian Delights
- Circus Snacks
Skytropolis Funland definitely exceeded our expectations!
It’s amazing that Resorts World Genting managed to build so many awesome rides
inside an indoor theme park with limited space.
The theme park is great for people of all ages because there
are both thrilling and family-friendly rides.
REVIEW VIDEO :
SkyTropolis Funland
Location:
Address:
First World Plaza (Resorts World Genting) First
Level
Opening Hours:
Daily 10am to 12am
Website:
For those looking for an unlimited experience based on the
available rides, the Skytropolis Funland Preview Pass is available at RM60.
Tickets for Skytroplis Funland can be purchased at the Ticketing Counters or at
the Self-Service Ticketing Kiosks. Alternatively, Preview Passes may be
purchased online at www.rwgenting.com. Operating hours are from 10am to 10pm.
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