Let’s “Pusing Selangor Dulu!” To Fill the School Holidays by Visiting 6 Must-See Attractions!
Spending more time with your family during school holidays is the most admirable attribute you can possess. Everything you can do on weekends and during school vacations in this lovely state of Selangor. Tourism Selangor has selected six main activities for the school break and provided family vacations ideal for school holidays, with individualised itineraries based on age and preference. No need to search any further if you are searching for a place to take your children where they can be physically active or unplug from their electronic devices. These are six activities to enjoy during school holidays in Selangor in 2022!
Water Theme Parks in Selangor
Sunway Lagoon, Subang Jaya
Sunway Lagoon is a one-stop fun destination. Sunway Lagoon, with over 90 attractions spread across 88 acres, offers the ultimate theme park experience in six adventure zones: Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, Extreme Park, Scream Park, and Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon, Asia’s first Nickelodeon Themed Land. You could easily spend the entire day here once you enter! Sunway Lagoon operates daily except Tuesday from 10.00 am – 6.00 pm. For more information you can visit their official website.
WaterWorld i-City, Shah Alam
WaterWorld is i-City water park, it complements the City of Digital Lights as a night tourist destination by allowing guests to enjoy i-City during the day. WaterWorld, with its wide range of water rides, provides hours of aquatic enjoyment for the entire family. The Giant Jacuzzi, Spiral and Rainbow Slides. WaterWorld i-City starts open at 11.00 am – 6.00pm while on the weekend open at 10.00 am – 6.00 pm and close every Tuesday. Visit their website for more information.
Outdoor & Indoor Theme Parks in Selangor
KidZania Malaysia, Damansara
Welcome to KidZania Kuala Lumpur (Mutiara Damansara), where children may live independently and better comprehend the world of adults by being adults themselves. An indoor family-themed learning centre where children can experience adult life in a city model. There are a variety of role-playing exercises that are specifically designed to help physical and intellectual development. KidZania are open daily except on Tuesday from 10.00 am – 6.00 pm. For more information, you can visit their official website.
ESCAPE Challenge Adventure Park, Petaling Jaya
ESCAPE Petaling Jaya is the modern-day solution to the problem of underdeveloped life skills among us caused by a lack of play. ESCAPE PJ transforms exhilarating rides and games from the natural outdoors into a modern setting at Paradigm Mall in Petaling Jaya. The rides and games at ESCAPE PJ demonstrate that there is no age limit to having fun, as they have been designed for a wide range of age groups, talents, and energy levels. ESCAPE Petaling Jaya are closed every Monday and the operating hours are from 10.00 am – 8.00 pm. Visit their official website for more information.
Sports & Recreational Activities
JumpStreet Asia, Petaling Jaya
Jump Street Trampolline Park is an urban playground dedicated to jumping, bouncing, rolling and any other anti -gravity activity. Nearly a hundred trampolines are connected into a large court, including a unique basketball hoop, a trampoline -dodging ball court, a bubble hole to jump into and a giant airbag to land safely. Jump Street Asia is a fun playground for everyone, whether you are new to trampoline or an experienced athlete. Even the little ones have their own special jumping area, which is open to young people as young as 3 years old. For prices you can visit their official website for more information.
WINDLAB Indoor Skydiving, 1 Utama
WINDLAB Indoor Skydiving is a recreation of a 14,000 feet outdoor skydive. It is the most popular thrill ride and sport in Asia. Everyone who has ever wanted to fly can come to WINDLAB Indoor Skydiving and experience the sensation of flight. The all-glass panelled circular wind tunnel provides a cushion of air in a 12-foot diameter 32-foot high flight chamber, where the flyer enters and becomes airborne, all within the grasp of a skilled teacher. The chamber’s base is a trampoline floor made of aircraft-quality stainless steel, and with wind speeds of up to 250 km/h. For information on their package and prices you can visit their official website.
Eco Nature Attractions in Selangor
National Botanical Garden Shah Alam
National Botanical Gardens Shah Alam is one of Selangor and Malaysia’s top eco/agrotourism destinations, offering a variety of parks with attractions for both nature lovers and thrill seekers. Traditional Malaysian agrarian practises are depicted in the botanical gardens in a lovely, natural setting. The botanical gardens include a variety of parks and gardens. The best way to experience this park is to rent a bicycle or take a long walk to explore its natural beauty. For more information on National Botanical Garden Shah Alam opening hours you can visit their official website.
Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM)
The Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) is a must-see for all nature lovers. It is situated in the Petaling Jaya suburbs. Explore the many nature trails and learn about the local flora and fauna. Remember to stop by the information desk for a briefing and to pick up some plant brochures before venturing out to explore the surrounding region. The built-up Skywalk in Taman Botanical Kepong is 250 metres long and towers 50 metres above the forest floor, providing stunning views of the surrounding Klang Valley. For more information about FRIM you can visit their official website.
Waterfalls & River Activities in Selangor
Waterfalls @ Kanching Eco Forest Park
Kanching Eco Forest Park is known for having the most waterfalls in Selangor, with seven tiers. Some waterfalls are little but forceful, while others are delicate and graceful, falling, and cascading gloriously. Visitors will be met by natural greenery with a magnificent grass and a quiet stream covered with stones where children and adults can swim around. This place is ideal for picnics because it has gazebos, stone benches, and a bridge across the creek. The first waterfall is reached through the cement steps. For more information, you can call Tourism Selangor on 03-5513 2000.
Sungai Congkak Park & Resort
Sungai Congkak is a renowned recreational forest in Selangor’s Hulu Langat district. Camping, picnicking, BBQs, and bathing in the clear cool water of natural river pools and rapids under the tall tropical rainforest trees are among the activities and facilities available here. Although there are no waterfalls in the Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest, the river pools are wide and shallow in certain places, making them ideal for a dip or swim. Overnight stays are also available in the chalets. For more information, you can call Tourism Selangor on 03-5513 2000.
Zoo / Mini Zoo / Petting Zoo
Zoo Negara
Zoo Negara (National Zoo) is Malaysia’s largest zoo, spanning 44 hectares (110 acres) in Ulu Klang, Gombak District, Selangor. Zoo Negara houses about 5,137 specimens representing 476 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish. There are numerous displays to enjoy, which are spaciously situated around an ideal lake with free wandering storks, pelicans, egrets, ibises, and swans inside a wonderfully landscaped setting populated by mature trees. Don’t forget about the Animal Feeding sessions. Zoo Negara operation hours are daily from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm.
G2G Animal Garden, MAEPS Serdang
G2G Animal Farm is located in Malaysia Agro Expo Park in Serdang (MAEPS). G2G Animal Garden is a pet zoo excellent for animal enthusiasts, families, and anyone who want to engage with animals. Visit the G2G Animal Garden pet zoo with your family. Feeding and caressing animals allows you to become closer to nature and animals. Among the animal stations are the Cat House, Bird Cage, Animal Therapy House, Rabbit Park, Reptile House, Pigeon House, Tortoise Park, and Village Pets. Weekday hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., while weekends and public holidays are 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
