Calling All Thrill-seekers! These Are The Best Theme Parks In Malaysia

Listing out the best theme parks in Malaysia for every…
By: Nina Shahriman
November 2, 2021

The world and life have been put on hold due to MCO but with it now being lifted, we’re all trying to get back to our regular grind. And for thrill-seekers (like me), the first thing we’re hunting down for are places that’ll have our heart pumping. Theme parks are where you can become young once more and have adrenaline energise you throughout the day. With that, Beauty Insider is listing out the best theme parks in Malaysia for every thrill enthusiast!

1. Lost World Of Tambun

ADDRESS1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway, Sunway City, 31150 Ipoh, Perak
OPERATING HOURSWednesday to Monday (11am – 6pm), Tuesday (Closed)
WEBSITELost World Of Tambun

A day in the sun at the Lost World Of Tambun, a healthy adventure destination surrounded by nature for people of all ages; this will be the highlight of your vacation to Ipoh. This theme park is unlike any other; it’s located at the base of a 400-million-year-old limestone slope and features over a dozen natural hot springs pools!

Additionally, this action-packed park is full of interesting attractions and activities that you may enjoy all day. Discover fascinating animal encounters, relaxing hot spring spas, and other entertaining water park attractions. There’s something for everyone, whether it’s day or night!

2. ESCAPE Theme Park

ADDRESS828, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang
OPERATING HOURSTuesday to Sunday (10am – 6pm), Monday (Closed)
WEBSITEESCAPE Theme Park

ESCAPE Theme Park is a must-see amusement zone, featuring the world’s longest tube water slide, measuring 1,111m in length. Spend the day at their Adventureplay Park and Waterplay Park, which provide over 30 exhilarating activities such as ziplining, water slides, rope courses, rock climbing, and more. The founder of ESCAPE sought to create a theme park that offered the most natural type of pleasure and adventure to both children and adults. As a result, the theme park was formed, surrounded by nature and offering so much to see and do all in one place!

3. Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark

ADDRESSNo. 4, Jalan Danau, Desaru Coast, 81930 Bandar Penawar, Johor
OPERATING HOURSThursday to Sunday (10am – 6pm), Monday to Wednesday (Closed)
WEBSITEDesaru Coast Adventure Waterpark

If you enjoy waterparks, you must spend at least half a day at the Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark before leaving Desaru Coast. This waterpark in Johor has one of the world’s largest wave pools, measuring approximately three acres and containing over four million gallons of water! A pirate ship that arches up to 180 degrees, a roller coaster that travels through a full 360 horizontal loop, a variety of water slides, and a wonderful balance of thrilling and kid-friendly activities are among the numerous rides and attractions at this family-friendly waterpark.

4. Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park

ADDRESSGenting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang
OPERATING HOURSEvery day (10am – 10pm)
WEBSITESkytropolis Indoor Theme Park

Take a short drive up to Genting Highlands with your loved ones and visit the colourful Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park for a fun time. This massive indoor theme park, which spans over 400,000 square feet and is four stories tall, is the ideal spot to escape the cold and explore its amenities. With its many fascinating activities and colourful lights, Skytropolis resembles a futuristic carnival.

It provides a large choice of pay-per-ride attractions for customers of all ages. They’re organised into three categories: Child, Family, and Thrill, with over 20 exhilarating rides waiting for you inside.

5. LEGOLAND Malaysia

ADDRESSNo 7, Persiaran Medini Utara 3, Bandar, 79250 Johor Bahru, Johor
OPERATING HOURSFriday to Sunday (10am – 5pm), Monday to Thursday (Closed)
WEBSITELEGOLAND Malaysia

Visit Legoland in Johor Bahru, an adventure-filled theme park with over 40 attractions perfect for families and children of all ages, to bring your creativity to life. The LEGOLAND experience will undoubtedly be a day of unlimited fun for you and your loved ones, with 8 themed lands, a water park, an aquarium, and even a Legoland Hotel. The LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort is the first of its type in Asia, spanning an area the equivalent of 50 full-size football fields and housing more than 15,000 LEGO models created from more than 60 million LEGO bricks!

6. ESCAPE Challenge Indoor Park

ADDRESSNo.1, Jalan SS7/ 26A GB-07, Boulevard, Level G, Paradigm Mall, Ss 7, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
OPERATING HOURSTuesday to Sunday (10am – 8pm), Monday (Closed)
WEBSITEESCAPE Challenge Indoor Park

For lovers of the ESCAPE Park in Penang, the ESCAPE Challenge Indoor Park in PJ now offers the entertaining challenges of ESCAPE in the Klang Valley. The whole 35,000 square foot area, located inside Paradigm Mall, is an indoor replica of the original outdoor adventure park, allowing you to have fun rain or shine! Rope courses, wall climbing, zip-lines, and other adrenaline-pumping activities abound at ESCAPE Challenge PJ. The indoor park is ideal for trips with family or friends, and you can choose from a variety of activities based on your comfort level with difficulties.

7. Sunway Lagoon

ADDRESS3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
OPERATING HOURSWednesday to Monday (10am – 6pm), Tuesday (Closed)
WEBSITESunway Lagoon

To start, Sunway Lagoon is one of Malaysia’s must-see theme parks! Sunway Lagoon, located in the lively Sunway City approximately 20 minutes from Kuala Lumpur’s city centre, offers the ultimate theme park experience inside its vast expanse, which includes six separate adventure zones. Whether you enjoy roller coasters, water slides, or haunted homes, the park will provide you with a thrilling day full of screams and laughs.

It’s ideal for all ages, even the little ones because it’s home to various fascinating attractions. This includes one of the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges and Asia’s first Nickelodeon water theme park.