Genting Highlands Day Tour: Cable Car & Theme Park Fun
The cable car climbs one of Southeast Asia's longest gondola lifts to the summit, where the forest spreads out below you.
A full-day tour from Kuala Lumpur to Genting Highlands includes hotel pickup, a two-way ride on the Genting Skyway cable car, and entry to Genting SkyWorlds theme park. You'll ascend to the mountain peak by gondola, explore the indoor theme park with rides and attractions for all ages, and return by cable car to your hotel by evening. The tour runs eight hours with an English-speaking driver and air-conditioned vehicle.
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Genting Highlands day tour and activities
- Pickup from Kuala Lumpur hotel
- Drive through hills and villages
- Ride Skyway Cable Car to summit
- Explore indoor theme park rides
- Return by cable car to ground
- Transfer back to Kuala Lumpur hotel
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected Kuala Lumpur hotels.
- English-speaking driver and air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
- two-way Genting Skyway cable car ride to and from the summit.
- entry to Genting SkyWorlds theme park.
Times
- Every day 09:00 09:30
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The experience
The day starts with pickup from your Kuala Lumpur hotel and a scenic drive through Malaysian hillsides and local villages toward Genting Highlands. Once you arrive, you board the Skyway cable car (one of the longest and fastest gondola lifts in Southeast Asia), for the climb to the summit. The ride itself is the draw: you rise above the forest canopy with panoramic views of the mountain and surrounding terrain, and on clear days you can spot landmarks like Chin Swee Caves Temple and its nine-storey pagoda from the cable car.
At the peak, Genting SkyWorlds theme park is an indoor, climate-controlled space with rides and entertainment for both adults and children. You have the afternoon to explore at your own pace: the park stays open for the duration of your visit. First World Plaza, a shopping complex with restaurants and international brands, sits nearby if you want to break between activities or grab a meal. The cable car operates on a set schedule, so your driver will coordinate the return descent and the drive back to Kuala Lumpur, arriving by evening.
Cable car operation depends on maintenance schedules and weather. If the main Awana SkyWay is closed, services run from the Genting SkyWay station about 15 minutes away. Hotel pickup is included for most central locations, though an extra charge applies for pickups beyond 5km from the city center. If you book last-minute, you can meet the guide at Malaysia Tourist Centre instead.
Is this one for you?Choose the shared tour if you're flexible on timing and want to travel with other visitors. Pick the private option if your group prefers its own vehicle and schedule. Both include the cable car and theme park entry. The difference is whether you share the ride or travel alone.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 9 years); Infant (under 2): free.
What's the cable car ride actually like on the way up?
The Genting Skyway is one of Southeast Asia's longest and fastest gondola lifts, carrying you from Gohtong Jaya to the summit with panoramic views of the mountain, forest, and landmarks like Chin Swee Caves Temple visible along the route.
How much time do I actually spend at the theme park?
The full tour is eight hours from hotel pickup to return, with the afternoon spent at Genting SkyWorlds and First World Plaza. The exact time at the park depends on your pace and the cable car schedule for your descent.
What happens if the main cable car is closed for maintenance?
If Awana SkyWay undergoes maintenance, the cable car services operate from Genting SkyWay station instead, which is about 15 minutes' drive from the main station. Weather can also affect cable car operation.
Is lunch included, and where do I eat?
Lunch is not included in the tour. First World Plaza has restaurants and cafes where you can eat during your time at the peak, and there are dining options within Genting SkyWorlds as well.
Genting Highlands Day Tour: Cable Car & Theme Park Fun
8h · EN
from US$ 74 per person
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