You might be familiar with Genting Highlands; it’s a tourism area in Malaysia that has attracted both domestic and international tourists. Located on the peak of Mount Ulu Kali in the Titiwangsa Mountains, central Peninsular Malaysia, Genting Highlands is a hill station filled with fascinating top sights of Pahang. The primary tourist attraction, Resorts World Genting, is where casinos and theme parks are nestled. Many of the state’s skyscrapers are also established here.

Originally known as Genting Highlands Resort, Resort World Genting is the major attraction in Genting Highlands and an integrated hill resort owned by Genting Group through subsidiary Genting Malaysia Berhad, comprising accommodations, shopping malls, theme parks, and casinos. Awana SkyWay, Genting SkyWorlds, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Adventureland are only several attractions in Resort World Genting that can be mentioned here; there are more other things to do there. As you arrive in Genting Highlands, you really can’t fail to hit this area.

In addition to plenty of theme parks, Genting Highlands is a place for culture enthusiasts. For those yearning to delve into the heart of a culture, Genting Highlands is the perfect destination. Chin Swee Caves Temple and Lim Goh Tong Memorial Hall would welcome you with open arms. Besides, you can allocate time to several agricultural centers in the area: Strawberry Leisure Farms, Butterfly Wonderland, and World of Phalaenopsis Orchid Farm. Genting Highlands has it all: adrenaline-pumping adventures, cultural treasures, and serene natural beauty. Check out some info about best things to do, including the ones already mentioned earlier in more detailed descriptions below.

Awana SkyWay offers you a 10-minute bird’s-eye-view experience from the Awana Station at mid-hill to the SkyAvenue Station at the peak with a gondola. You can also get a free stop at the Chin Swee Station (operates daily from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm) to explore the beauty of one of the city’s famous temples, Chin Swee Caves Temple. Grab your tickets now because Awana SkyWay is only open from 7 am to 11 pm; choose a glass-floored gondola for the best sights of spectacular surroundings, and enhance your adventure with nearby attractions!

Now let’s step into the world of fun, Genting SkyWorlds (open from 10 am to 6 pm daily, except Tuesdays). Within this extensive outdoor theme park, take your whole family to have a good time together. Surely, a wide range of attractions and rides: Robots Rivet Town, Ice Age, Andromeda Base, Eagle Mountain, etc would greet you enthusiastically. Besides those world-class attractions, themed retails, live performances, and finest dining options are all yours. On Traveloka, you can also combine your visit to Genting SkyWorlds with admissions to Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, Awana SkyWay, and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Adventureland.

Another family-oriented destination in Genting Highlands is Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park. Operating from 2 to 9 pm during Monday to Thursday and 2 to 10 pm during the weekends, this theme park is an ideal place to blow your kids’ minds. It features numerous fascinating rides, ranging from low to high thrills: Boo Boo Bump, Royal Carousel, and Spin Crazy. You won’t run out of excitement here, but if your kids start getting bored, buy them some bites, like waffles, popcorn, and hot dogs from the stalls around. Make sure to reserve tickets covering an entrance to Genting SkyWorlds to boost your experience with families in the Resort World Genting area.

Plan a hassle-free tour in Genting Highlands? Consider booking Genting Highlands Experience Tour on Traveloka. The tour lasts for 8 hours, departing from Kuala Lumpur. On your arrival in Genting Highlands, you’ll have a chance to take a ride of Genting SkyWay cable car to Genting Highlands Sky Avenue. There, you’ll be greeted by the natural charms of the surroundings and tropical forest. As you get into the mall, plenty of retails, dining spots, and entertainment are at your disposal. You can also stop by the country’s biggest and most luxurious casino to try your luck or just have a memorable gaming experience.

Wanting to see the bizarre and weird items around the world? Look no further than Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Adventureland (open from 10 am to pm daily). Overcome your fears at Zombie Outbreak and see how far you can run from them, witness real-life-sized dinosaurs at Jurassic Research Center, and explore 4D arts at 4D Trick Art Museum. This place isn’t only entertaining for you and families, but also mind-blowing.

Another package on Traveloka for your problem-free Genting Highlands’ adventures is Genting Highlands and Batu Caves Tour with Awana Cable Car. By a cable car ride, of course you’ll pass through the highlands’ unmatched remarkable landscapes. Then, make a stop at the country’s most famous cultural site, Batu Caves, to see the Hindu temples and a giant statue on a limestone hill; as well as Chin Swee Caves Temple to explore its historical backgrounds. Enough for the cultural tours, now celebrate your retail therapy in the numerous outlet stores in Genting Highlands–all in one package!

If you visit SkyAvenue, take an opportunity to try out Eagle Landing Zipline. This adrenaline-pumping activity will bring you from the west of the fourth floor to the east wing of the mall’s second floor. Feel the rush of nearly flying as you experience an unforgettable ziplining adventure and enjoy the lively light performance installation of the SkySymphony as you pass through. Secure your ziplining tickets now, since the attraction operates during mall hours (10 am to pm daily).

After ticking off outdoor and indoor activities above, now you have to take a relaxing session to get your tiring body and mind reenergized. Perched on the mountain peak of Genting Highlands, The Yanne Onsen Spa in The Yanne Onsen Hotel is one of the best beauty spas in the area, offering multi-featured hot spring pools rich in mountain minerals. Traveling with your partner? Get the finest romantic escape here, complete with sauna and tea set!

Your next stop would be Butterfly Wonderland (operates from 9 am to 7 pm daily). Another most-favorable destination in Genting Highlands, the park is a home to around 100 colorful species. This is an open playground of the butterflies, where visitors can witness them flying around, landing on flowers, and even interacting with others. Besides a haven for butterflies, this place is also a learning opportunity for visitors, since you’ll also learn about the butterfly life cycles, explore other various insects at Insectarium, and feed the butterflies.

Established in 1989, Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Center is a sanctuary responsible to track, capture, and relocate wild elephants whose habitat have been damaged. This place is also a famous tourist attraction in Genting Highlands providing both fun and informative; visit the elephant museum and watch a video show to discover more about this endangered species, feed the elephants with watermelon or papaya, and observe how they bathe in the river.

Are you a flower lover or just loving to take photos around them? Genting Highlands has got a place for you, too! World of Phalaenopsis Orchid Farm (open from 9 am to 5 pm daily) shelters a range of impressive and exotic orchids, with over 300 varieties in various hues: pink, yellow, purple, and white. Of course, the first thing you can do is wander through the farm to appreciate their beauties up close. Then, to remember your visit to this pretty farm, you can purchase potted orchids, orchid bouquets, or other orchid souvenirs.

For adult visitors seeking exciting gaming, SkyCasino is your sanctuary. Located in SkyAvenue shopping mall, a wide variety of gaming tables and slot machines fill up the space. You can get a diverse range of games to suit different preferences round the clock, indulge in the luxurious private gaming rooms, VIP lounges, as well as experience fine dining restaurants.

Aren’t you curious about the executive of Genting Group? Allocate your time to visit Lim Goh Tong Memorial Hall. It’s a small complex featuring a wooden effigy of Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong surrounded by orchid blossoms with a mural of Genting Resort in the background. Open daily from 8 am to 10 pm, this site showcases the life history of Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong, along with his personal belongings, photographs, and visions for Genting Highlands.

Located in Level 4 of First World Plaza and operating daily from 12 to 7 pm, SeniKome Péng Hēng East Coast Arts and Cultural Center is truly a hidden gem in Genting Highlands for aesthetes. It displays authentic artifacts and paintings, creative exhibits, and traditional games. The video projection of ‘Wayang Kulit’, the art of ‘Songket’ weaving, and the life history of the indigenous people are all set here. You’ll also be pleased by the fact this museum will bring you back to your childhood memories through congkak, kercang, and hopscotch.

Genting Highlands is a harmonious combination of thrilling theme parks, rich cultural heritage, and impressive natural scenery. Now, open your Traveloka app, and start planning on your trips to Genting Highlands; starting from flight reservations, then accommodations and travel activity tickets. This online travel agent has it all, featuring flexible booking options with reschedule and refund facilities, as well as secure and convenient payment, in the currency that suits you best. Time’s ticking–get your great deals on Traveloka today!