You’ll rediscover real play at ESCAPE Penang: climb ropes under rainforest trees, race down slides with friends or family, and laugh with locals guiding you along the way. With your entry ticket sorted ahead of time and activities for all ages included, it’s a day of simple fun you’ll remember long after leaving the park.
Ever wondered what it feels like to just let go and play again — like you did as a kid? That’s kind of how our day at ESCAPE Penang started. We’d barely made it through the entrance when the sound of kids laughing (and honestly, some adults too) hit us. The air smelled like wet leaves after last night’s rain, and I remember my friend Mei nudging me toward the zipline before I could even finish my coffee. She said something about “low tech, high fun” — I didn’t get it until later.
The place isn’t your usual theme park with blaring music or neon everywhere. It’s more trees than concrete, and you actually have to climb, crawl, or pedal your way through most things. Our guide for the day — well, more like a friendly staff guy named Hafiz — pointed out the best routes for first-timers (he also warned us which slides would soak us completely). There was this moment on the rope course where my hands were shaking from both nerves and excitement; Hafiz just grinned and said, “Everyone wobbles their first time.”
I tried the giant swing next — honestly thought I’d chicken out but ended up screaming louder than any of the kids. The wind in my face felt sharp and real, not like those fake gusts you get in indoor parks. Lunch was just snacks from a stall (spicy peanuts that nearly made me cry), but sitting under big leafy trees made it feel right. We saw families with little ones toddling around and even a group of seniors cheering each other on at the climbing wall — apparently if you’re over 61 and Malaysian you get in free if someone brings you along. Kind of sweet.
By late afternoon we were muddy, tired, and still laughing about Mei’s failed attempt at pronouncing “terjun” (she says she’ll never live it down). I didn’t expect to feel so light after a day without screens or schedules — just moving, playing, getting rained on a bit. If you’re looking for something different near George Town or Batu Ferringhi, this is it. I still think about that feeling of letting go on the swing sometimes.
Yes, there are activities for ages 4-12 (Junior Kid ticket), plus free entry for children under 4.
No strict limits; activities are designed for all ages. Seniors over 61 enter free with MyKad if accompanied by a paying guest.
The ticket covers entry to ESCAPE Penang and access to all rides and games inside the park.
No meals are included; food stalls are available inside the park.
Public transportation options are available nearby; check local bus routes or ride-hailing apps from George Town or Batu Ferringhi.
The park is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to physical activities involved.
No hotel pickup is included; visitors make their own way to the park entrance.
The official ticket will be sent within 24 hours of booking confirmation.
Your day includes an advance entry ticket granting access to all rides and games at ESCAPE Penang; just show your confirmation at arrival—no need to queue for tickets onsite. Food isn’t included but there are snack stalls inside if you get hungry between adventures.
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