Discovering Genting Highland Without Breaking The Bank!
Genting Highland is Malaysia’s premier resort; from a newly revamped indoor theme park, a shopping paradise, to a huge variety of food outlets that will leave you spoilt for choice, there is something for everyone! Whether you are a regular or a first-time visitor to Genting Highlands Resort, here is why Singaporean weekend warriors love visiting Malaysia for an unwinding escapade (Not to mention the sweater weather is a refreshing change. *zips jacket up*)
Pre-Travel Essentials
Transportation from Singapore to Genting Highland
1. Catch a bus from Singapore straight to Genting Highland
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Buses are by far the most popular option. With buses departing at every half an hour, the services are not only widely available but extensive. It includes air-conditioning and reclining seats during the long haul. You can choose to embark as early as 7.30am at the nearest pick-up point and the arrival points are mostly either at First World Hotel or Genting Resort Hotel.
#Klooktip: Since each ride takes about 7 to 9 hours, maximise your time spent at Genting HIghland by taking the 7.30am or 8.30am bus! With top-quality facilities, you’ll be able to get a restful sleep throughout the ride.
Cost: $25 (may go as high as $78)
2. Take a flight from Singapore to KL International Airport
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If your biggest pet peeve is getting stuck in a bus for 7 hours with nowhere else to go, or your elderly parents/kids have trouble sitting through a long ride, you can also choose to take a flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport followed by a private transfer to Genting Highland. Read on to find out more!
For just $98 for a return trip or $75 for a one-way flight via Jetstar, waste no time and arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in under an hour’s time!
Cost: $98 (Return trip); $75 (one-way flight). Last updated on July 2019.
Airport to Genting Highland
If you’re travelling with a large group of people, have too much luggage, or experienced far too many episodes of travel anxiety and stress over travelling, here’s a 3-in-1 solution for all of your worries! Simply Klook your Private Airport Transfers (KLIA/KLIA2) for Kuala Lumpur for a hassle-free journey to your accommodations. Depending on your travel group size, it accommodates 3, 7 or 12 people in a vehicle.
Sit back and enjoy the refreshing blast of air-con. Travelling has never become this easy!
#Klooktip: Can you really survive without any data in Genting Highland, or anywhere else in fact? Under both private transfer services, you can also cart out and get the 4G SIM Card. Retrieve it at the Exit Arrival Hall of KLIA2 before you hop onto your private charter!
Cost: $151.29 (12 pax), $12.61 per pax
Cost (4G SIM Card): $7.65
Accommodations
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With only less than 3 days to explore this popular highland, there is so much to cover within Genting Highlands. Here are some hotels we’ve scoured so that they are close in proximity to the attractions you will be visiting and are populated with eateries and affordable restaurants!
Hotel Seri Malaysia Genting Highlands
Cost: Starting from $43/night (updated in July 2019)
Address: No. 51, Jalan Jati 1, Gohtong Jaya, Gohtong Jaya, Genting Highlands, Malaysia, 69000
First World Hotel
Cost: Starting from $49/night (updated in July 2019)
Address: Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Hotel Seri Malaysia Genting Highlands
Cost: Starting from $71/night (updated in July 2019)
Address: No. 11, Jalan Jati Satu Goh, Tong Jaya, Pahang, 69000 Genting Highlands, Malaysia
Itinerary
Day 1
Medan Selera Food Court
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Tucked at the basement of SkyAvenue Mall is a vibrant eatery catered to food hunters. From the Malaysian staple to Southeast Asian delicacies, there is even a western stall catered to everyone’s whetting appetite. Spoiled with options, the only downside is probably taking too long to decide what to eat!
Medan Selera Food Court
Cost: RM 5 to 10 RM ($1.70 to $3.40)
Address: Level G, SkyAvenue Mall (below Bona Cinemas)
Genting Highlands Resort, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating hours: 8am to 10pm
Awana Skyway Gondola Cable Car (Combo Package)
Transport into the lush green scenery from up above and be awed by the magnificent landscapes etched across Genting Highlands. With the Awana Skyway Gondola Cable Car and Skytropolis Theme Park Combo Package, Why purchase 2 separate tickets for the Awana Skyway and Skytropolis Theme Park when you could have the combo deal at a much cheaper price? Skip the queue at the ticketing counter and flash your QR code at the gates for a speedy airborne ride!
Did I also mention that this combo pack includes access to the Chin Swee Cave Temple at Chin Swee Station with no extra cost?
Chin Swee Cave Temple
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Away from the hustle and bustle, the Chin Swee Cave Temple is a tranquil place to rest your mind and take a break after a day of travelling. If you’re brave enough, take a leap of faith and embark on the treacherous Journey to Enlightenment which includes the 10 Chambers of Hell in exquisite art.
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Leave your qualms at the door and embrace the stunning panoramic view of the Sky Terrace and the impressive statue of Guan Yin. Deep-seated in the middle of a rainforest, the calming emblem of mercy and kindness is not only breathtaking but soothing for wanderlust souls on the move.
Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park
Drop off at the Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, or better known for its moniker as the Skytropolis Funland. Not just for the adrenaline junkies, young children and families alike will find the indoor theme park a perfect getaway for a chance to bond and catch a deserving break away from the city life. Before you jump right into the land of fun, make sure to redeem your voucher for the entry ticket at the redemption counter!
Thrill-seekers: Does flipping in mid-air and plunging from the sky sound like your cup of tea? Unfazed by mediocre rides, these heart-pumping stations are sure to get you hyperventilated for more! Check out the Power Surge, Spin Crazy, Disco, Sky Tower and Bumper Boss.
Family/Kids Oriented Rides: The Balloon Race and Space Cadets give riders plenty of opportunities to interact and participate in rides together. Boo Boo Bump, Royal Carousell, and Whirly Bugs may be boring for older riders but are bound to keep young kids screaming for more.
With more rides soon to be ready in the future, there is always something new to explore in Skytropolis. Keep your eyes peeled and ears opened for more updates about this wonderland!
Cost: $21.55
Address: Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating Hours (Awana Skyway): 7am to 12am (Last admission time: 12:00am or until the queue is cleared)
Operating Hours (Skytropolis): 10am to 10pm (including public holidays)
Shop at Genting Highlands Premium Outlets
Not everyone enjoys sightseeing or screaming their lungs out. If your favourite hobby includes swiping bank cards or checking out the latest store apparels, here’s how you can shop till you drop!
Just 10 minutes from the Awana Skyway Gondola Cable Car, explore Genting Highlands Premium Outlets with the Premium Outlets Savings Passport. Some irresistible perks include a complimentary meal set (with a minimum amount spent) and up to 65% savings on branded clothing, bags, shoes, luggage and more! Get your hands on designer brands like Coach. Kate Spade, and Michael Kors. There is no doubt why Genting Highland is Asia’s Las Vegas!
Operating Hours: 10am to 10pm
Jom Makan Street Food
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Look no further! Malaysia’s best local delights can be found in Jom Makan Street Food. Crowned as the hotspot for local food, look out for their Char Koay Teow, Nasi Lemak, Rendang Chicken, Nasi Ayam and Claypot.
Check out Sri Paandi Curry House for an assortment of Indian vegetable dishes (Great news for vegetarians!) A tad more expensive, it may, in fact, be a great trade-off for its popping flavours and fragrant spices. The owners of the famous Curry House stand firm by their belief: quality over quantity. For a yummy-licious dinner after an exhausting day, we stand by you too!
Cost: less than 10 RM ($3.40)
Address: Level 4, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 8am to 10pm (Sun to Thu); 8am to 11pm (Fri to Sat)
Train to Busan Horror House
Inspired by the creepy thriller film “Train to Busan”, head into a house of zombies waiting to tear your throat out and devour you in fear. The horror house is equipped with 360 VR games featuring abandoned train stations, dilapidated storefront and more set-ups of epic equivalent to the film itself. Put your guard up and keep your eyes peeled – your journey way out isn’t as easy as it looks.
From now till 1st January 2020, prebook your admission ticket to Train to Busan Horror House with any of the attractions below to score up to 25% off on Klook!
Address: Pavilion, Level 1, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park (next to The VOID), SkyAvenue Genting Highlands, 69000, Pahang, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12pm to 10pm
Day 2
Food Factory
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The best kind of buffets are under $15 nett and leave you with a throbbing stomach saturated with more than a day’s worth of calories’ intake. What’s even better? For just a shockingly low of 35 RM ($11.70), you’re granted entry to the Food Factory, an all-you-can-eat buffet. I kid you not.
Akin to a factory concept, the Food Factory is surrounded by gantries and heavy-looking kitchen tools. Hidden behind this machinery are splendid meals from every cuisine you can think. Indian, Muslim, Western, Southeast Asian… Burp, you name it.
Cost: RM 35 nett ($11.70) for adult and RM 17 nett ($5.70) for child; Updated from May 2019
Address: First World Plaza, Resorts World Genting, 69000 Genting Highland Resort, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 6.00am to 11.00am
Batu Caves
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Put on your best walking shoes and begin the day afresh at Batu Caves! While it is located just a short distance from the nearest rail transport, it is still a hassle as you have to take a taxi thereafter. With Klook’s Half Day Kuala Lumpur Suburbs and Batu Caves, all you have to do is show up at the pick-up point at your hotel!
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Come forth and learn about Batu Caves, a holy compound of worship for Malaysia’s Tamil community of pilgrims. Inclusive of a Batik showroom and an expedition into the nooks and cranny of limestone caves, children (and adults who are equally young at heart) can relive their childhood dreams into the dark unknown. Also, check out these architecture drenched in eye-popping colours!
#Klooktip: For women, make sure to dress in clothes that cover your knees. While you can borrow a Sarong for RM 5, you will only get back RM 2 at the end of the day.
#Klooktip: Safety comes first! Look out for macaque (monkeys) and their sneaky attempts at coveting your lunch! This wildlife typically doesn’t pose a threat to us but make sure that you avoid aggravating or tempting them with food.
Cost: $13.25
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Every year, the Thaipusam festival makes its mark in Northern Kuala Lumpur. Thousands of Hindus will congregate at the limestone convex and celebrate the birth of the god, Murugan, for saving humanity against demons. Capture the grandeur of the Hindu festival as devoted pilgrims trek barefoot and ascend 272 steps to the heart of Batu Caves where Lord Murugan resides.
Ripley’s Adventureland
Situated adjacent to one another, the Ripley’s Adventureland, Jurassic Research Centre, 4D Trick Art Museum and Zombie Outbreak are a collection of engaging exhibits and whacky attractions. Snatch those discounts and secure your admission tickets here for a combo price as well! Also, make sure to exchange your printed e-vouchers for the tickets at the ticketing counter before going in.
If you haven’t visited the Ripley’s Adventureland, it is high time you do so! From the incomprehensible to mind-boggling visuals such as a dinosaur made entirely out of sunflower seeds and a King Kong replica constructed out of car tyres, there is not a single mundane moment at the unconventional odditorium.
Jurassic Research Center
Literally, ground shaking, menacing and frighteningly real, these seemingly real-life dinosaurs may steal your heart for a moment. Escape to the Jurassic Research Centre for a quick refuge before you take on the wilderness again. Also, check out the fossil laboratory for a detailed explanation of these prehistoric beings. Seeing is believing; prepare your heart for a time-travelling trip you may never forget.
4D Trick Art Museum
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Looking for an Instagram update? Here’s your perfect chance to do so. Bombarded with bewildering optical illusions and 4D landscapes, the 4D Trick Art Museum has remained a top contender in every child’s favourite attraction too.
Zombie Outbreak
Contrary to belief, our Klook users have left amusing feedback rather than documenting their eerie experiences at the Zombie Outbreak. That being said, it may not be suitable for the faint-hearted. Expect shrilling screams and heart-provoking jump scares.
You have been warned.
Address: Genting Highlands Resorts, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Cost: $27.49
Malaysian Food Street
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The gigantic food court boasts an impressive division of 5 different zones and more than 20 stalls. What is more stirring is that more than half of these stalls were acknowledged in a prestigious island hunt for the most authentic cuisine! As such, expect a ravishing amount of not just good, but fantastic food from all over the world. Make sure to try the Penang Prawn Noodles which is doused in a richly sweet broth, evenly stir-fried Char Kway Teow and the coconut-infused fragrant Bandar Hilir Nasi Lemak for just RM 12 ($4)!
#Klooktip: Operated by a prepaid card, make sure to top it up and cash it back at the end of your meal at Malaysian Food Street!
Cost: Under RM 10 ($3.40)
Address: Resorts World Genting, 69000 Genting Highlands Resort, Pahang, Malaysia
Day 3
Ah Yip Herbal Soup
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Nothing is as shiok as after downing a piping hot bowl of herbal soup after a chilling day out. The Ah Yip Herbal Soup has an array of lunch sets for just under RM 15 ($5) to splurge from. Boiled and doused in an assortment of Chinese ingredients, the taste of certainly warms you up and keep you
Cost: RM 15 ($5)
Address: Lot T2C-38, Level 4, Sky Avenue Genting Highlands.
Operating Hours: 10 am to10 pm
Talking Garden/English Garden
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Take a stroll in the Talking Garden, a garden that speaks to you. Hidden in the midst of a metropolis is an interactive garden, enhanced by the onset of technology in augmented reality. What makes it unique is the seamless leverage on technology (such as QR codes) to introduce the importance of conservation efforts and educate the types of greeneries available in this gazebo.
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Turn on your selfie mode because you wouldn’t want to miss this photogenic landscape! Imagine cool and crisp lawns, a spawn of lush green foliage and the refreshing smell of morning dew. Blessed with a spectacular panoramic view from up above, you may even glimpse upon on the Chin Swee Cave Temple and the Awana Skyway Gondola Cable Car from afar!
Cost: Free
Address: Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 6.30am to 10pm
Seni Kome Peng Heng
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If you’ve time left for another attraction, the Seni Kome Peng Heng is situated at First World Plaza on the 3rd level. Teemed with artefacts and a detailed gallery of Malaysia’s lesser-known history in Pahang, Terengganu and Kelantan, it is a quiet alternative from towering skyscrapers and the throngs of tourists. Try your hands at the ensemble instrument, Gamelon, or take a piece of Malaysia home at their exclusive souvenir shop.
Cost: 7 RM ($2.30) for adults, 5 RM ($1.70) for children
Address: Jalan Major Philip Lim, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 8.30am to 5.30pm
Can’t get enough of Genting Highland?
For more options to how to spend your weekend getaway at Genting Highland, check out these fun-filled activities or sign up for the IMAGINATRICKS Show for a stunning performance of acrobatics, mouth-gaping stunts and comedy all mixed into one!
#Klooktip: Gain a free ticket or a seat upgrade when you book on every Wednesday!
Returning Home
Bus: Unless you have opted for a return flight, the Shared City Transfer is the cheapest option among other modes of transportation listed. While flights may be faster (albeit, taxing on the wallet) these express bus rides are refurbished with air-conditioning and are not lacklustre in any way.
Cost: $23.29
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