Genting Highlands

Genting 01 - Genting Highlands Genting Highlands — pronounced ghen-ting with a hard "G" — is a resort in Pahang, Malaysia.

Genting Highlands Halal Travel Guide

Officially known as Resorts World Genting and a self-proclaimed City of Entertainment, Genting is Malaysia's low-budget, muslim-friendly, sanitized attempt at Macau. The primary draw is that Genting is the only place where you can gamble legally in Malaysia, but there's also a theme park to keep the kids amused. The resort offers six hotels with 10,000 rooms, over 50 fun rides, 170 dining and shopping outlets, shows, business convention facilities and entertainment options. As a plus, being located up in the highlands means it's cooler than the steamy lowlands. Genting attracted 19.2 million visitors in 2008. But before you get too excited, tone down your expectations a bit. Genting is affordable and tacky, and not in a good way: nearly everything is overpriced and a bit run-down and since 2010 it is also facing competition from neighbouring Singapore's two new integrated resorts with casinos at Resort World Sentosa and Marina Bay Sands. Those of an environmentally conscious disposition may want to skip the Genting Highlands altogether, as the sight of vast concrete structures and day-glo coloured theme park rides set in the forested highlands could be positively traumatic.

Orientation

Orienting yourself in Genting is simultaneously easy and difficult. There are no "streets" of any kind; instead, all the gigantic buildings are connected with a vast warren of linkways, underground tunnels and escalators, all filled with enough signage to stop you from getting lost. Figuring out the fastest route from A to B is not always easy though, because the signage is designed to lead you into the hotels and their casinos!

How is the Climate in Genting Highlands

Located at an altitude of 1,800 m (5,900 ft), temperatures in Genting are a good 5-10°C lower than in Kuala Lumpur, generally staying in the 15-25°C range, and rarely falling below 14°C. On a clear day and there are stunning views down into the valley — but when it's raining in Kuala Lumpur, Genting is swathed in rolling clouds and visibility drops to zero. Thanks to the walkway system, you almost never need to venture outside, but hotel rooms are unheated and can get chilly at night.

How to visit and travel to Genting Highlands

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Genting Highlands

The closest airport is in Subang, Selangor. Skybus used to run direct buses, but seems to have stopped; the quickest way is thus to KL Sentral by train (28 min) and then connecting to the bus from there.Alternatively, if you're feeling flush after hitting a jackpot in the casino, Sabah Air (tel. +60 3 62578604) will be happy to charter a helicopter for you (30 min).

Travel on a Bus in Genting Highlands

Genting Skyway Valley - Genting Skyway on a misty day There are frequent buses operated by Go Genting Express Bus from various points in Kuala Lumpur (first bus at 8AM or 8:30AM), including the Puduraya bus terminal (every 30 min), KL Sentral train station (half-hourly and hourly), Hentian Pasarakyat (hourly) and Gombak (half-hourly and hourly). There are also less comfortable buses from Pekeliling Bus Station to Genting Highlands (every 20 to 30 mins, first bus at 7AM). Booking in advance is advisable as services can sell out, especially on weekends. All buses take around one hour and cost around RM 5 one way, with most terminating at the bus terminal beside the Skyway cable vehicle base station, from where it's an 11-minutes ride up to the summit of Genting (RM 5 one-way; the top cable station is in the Highlands Hotel). You have to wait more than 45 min for the next cable car. It is slightly cheaper to buy a combined bus and cable vehicle ticket, costing less than RM 10. Buses departing at 8PM and 9PM on Fri, Saturday and Sunday head directly to the First World Bus Terminal, making it unnecessary to take the cable vehicle up. The buses that depart at 9PM, 10PM and 11PM on Fri, Saturday and Sunday for KL Sentral from Genting leave from the First World Bus Terminal, making it unnecessary to take the cable vehicle down. A direct non stop bus departs from Genting to KLCC and the last bus departing at 8PM ( RM 35 one-way; travel duration 2 hours, reservation available at bus counter no:3 ) You may also consider buying the so-called Go Genting Golden Package (valid for one day only; RM 47, (RM 4 more on national public holidays) from the Genting ticket office on the second level of KL Sentral. This package includes the return bus journey (same day only) between KL (KL Sentral and three other points of departure) and Genting bus terminal and the return cable vehicle ride (same day only) and buffet lunch at the Coffee Terrace or Outdoor Theme Park day pass. You have to decide on what time you want to return from Genting when you purchase the package. Transtar operates one daily superluxury "Solitaire" bus direct from Singapore (S$87/77 one-way from/to Singapore). Other companies running direct buses include Five Star Tours, Grassland, Konsortium and Easibook.

By vehicle and taxi

Genting can be visited by vehicle from Kuala Lumpur in about 1 hours on the Karak Highway. An executive taxi from the centre of Kuala Lumpur to Genting costs RM150-RM200 whilst a regular taxi from the centre of KL to Genting costs around RM60-RM70.

How to get around in Genting Highlands

All hotels in Genting (except Awana) are connected by sheltered walkways and escalators, so you never actually need to go outside. The entire complex is and theoretically, wheelchair accessible.

See and do

Entertainment

Inside First World Plaza - Genting Hilghland - First World Plaza

Arena of Stars, hosts concerts and shows most weekends, but most feature B-grade Chinese pop stars or Western artists well past their prime.
First World Plaza, Malaysia's self-proclaimed highest shopping mall, thit is an ungainly mix of indoor theme park and low-rent shopping mall with replicas of random monuments from around the world, all covered with a giant metal roof that makes the entire place seem dark and dingy.
First World Cineplex, Times Plaza, First World Plaza. Two small cinemas.
Genting International Convention Centre (GICC). Convention center with various halls capable of hosting events, concerts and performances for up to 2,000 people.

Muslim Friendly Theme Parks in Genting Highlands

Genting Outdoor Theme Park, features numerous rides typical of an amusement park, mostly suitable for families. Daily Unlimited Ride Pass priced at RM50 for adults and RM35 for children below 12 years old, while the Express Lane Pass for each age range valued at RM86 and RM56, respectively. You may also use the Go Genting Golden Package (see above 'Get in by bus') to obtain a Day Pass. The Outdoor Theme Park Passes includes Flying Coaster.

35 years since the opening of the Genting Theme Park and the Genting Outdoor Theme Park is closed from 1st September 2013 for 3 years to make way for the world’s first Twentieth Century Fox Theme Park. Other rides and attractions located in First World Indoor Theme Park, SnowWorld, Sky Venture, Genting Bowl, Vision City and Funtasy World Video Games Park will remain opened as usual.

First World Indoor Theme Park, (located in the First World Plaza). Features numerous rides. The Day Pass for adults is RM30 and RM28 for children. This Day Pass includes entrance to Rainforest Splash Pool but do not cover Signature Attractions such as Ripley's Museum at RM30, Snow World at RM17 and Genting Sky Venture (simulated sky diving) at RM50. One should try the First World Indoor Theme Park Express Lane Pass valued at RM54 (adult) and RM50 (child).
All Park Daily Unlimited Pass for the combined Outdoor Theme Park and First World Indoor Theme Park costs RM66 for adult and RM45 for children. Express Lane Pass also available at RM114 and RM77, respectively.

Information on Express Lane - The Express Pass entitles guests to utilize the express lane only once for each of the selected rides. Any subsequent ride(s) will be on the normal queue line. Express lane is available for the following rides and parks: At the First World Indoor Theme Park: 4D Motion Master, Adult Bumper Car, Carousel, Euro Express, Junior Bumper Car, Mini Train, Monorail, Reindeer Cruiser, Ride De Paris, Rio Float and Flying Dragon. At the Outdoor Theme Park: Astro Fighter, Corkscrew, Double Deck Carousel, Flying Jumbo, Matahari, Mini Train, Monorail, Pirate Ship, Pirate Train, Spinner, Sungai Rejang Flume Ride, Tea Cup and Flying Coaster.

Nearby attractions

Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm - Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm

Chin Swee Caves Temple
Cradle Rock
Genting Sempah Welcome Arch
Genting Strawberry Farm
Kilometre 7 Nursery
Highlands Mushroom Farm
Highlands Vegetable Farm
Highlands Daylily Farm
The Visitors' Galleria
Genting Strawberry Leisure Farms (Mushroom Farm in the same location)

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Genting Highlands

First World Plaza - In First World Hotel. The First World Plaza has got to be the coolest, if not the highest shopping destination in Malaysia. It carries over 90 labels with F&B outlets and attractions for all ages!

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Genting Grand Hotel - Genting Grand Hotel With 10,000 rooms to choose from and there are usually plenty of beds at Genting. On weekdays in the off-season, rooms can be very affordable indeed (under RM 20), but demand is highly seasonal and the hotels fill up fast in November and December. Note that all rooms are unheated and can thus get chilly at night! All hotels are run by Genting and share the same reservations center, reachable at +60 3 27181118.

b9841a3692840f78864fe0-206204 Hotel Seri Malaysia Genting Highlands - Hotel Seri Malaysia Genting Highland offers rooms equipped with mini fridge, IDD telephone, television, desk, hot water heater, air conditioning, [https://ehalal.io/buy-halal-food/halal-coffee-tea/ coffee and tea-making facility. Some of its facilities and services are restaurant, convenience store, banquet hall, meeting room, cafe, souvenir/gift shop, Surau (Prayer room for Muslims), laundry service, dry cleaning, Wi-Fi in public areas, safety deposit boxes, 24 Hour reception, 24 Hour security, daily housekeeping service and room service.
[https://+World+Genting+-+Highlands+Hotel&hotelId=1298037&&.Zz668f1c1b7cc043dd9b2ca6f-206204 Resort World Genting - One of the earliest to open in the Highlands, this 5-star hotel offers a wide range of entertainment and recreational facilities such as heated indoor swimming pool, 10 restaurants (including the award-winning, The Olive), and a large karaoke center. Rates from RM 235 nett (low season).

Outside Genting

There is cheaper lodging available a couple kilometers down the slope from the cable vehicle base station, such as alal.io//2023-06-06&checkOut=2023-06-07&2908&&Hotel+Seri+Malaysia+Genting+Highlands&hotelId=689518&&.Zz6 b9841a3692840f78864fe0-206204Hotel Seri Malaysia.

Telecommunications in Genting Highlands

Both Genting Hotel and First World Plaza have Internet cafes. There is also a post office on the lower level of Genting Hotel.

News & References Genting Highlands

Travel Next

Kuala Lumpur - the capital of Malaysia, just 45 minutes away
Fraser's Hill - another nearby hill resort located on the same mountain range as Genting
Kuala Gandah - home to a famous elephant sanctuary
Kuantan - seat of the state of Pahang, about three hours away

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