SplashMania Waterpark @ Gamuda Cove: GL Play's Birthday Bash is back with free tickets, epic water rides & non-stop family fun
Managed by GL Play, the leisure and attractions division of Gamuda Land, SplashMania is part of a lineup of thoughtfully designed destinations like Discovery Park, Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands, and FunPark. GL Play specialises in curating experiences that blend nature, adventure, and entertainment with a refreshing nod to sustainability. It's ideal for families and young adventurers alike.
SplashMania itself spans 18 acres within Gamuda Cove in Kuala Langat, Selangor, and it's packed with 39 attractions — including 24 exhilarating water slides and 15 other highlights to explore.
And here's a little bonus: if you're planning to visit between 21 Jun and 31 Jul 2025, you're just in time for their much-anticipated GL Play Birthday Bash. During this festive stretch, you can enjoy a Buy 1 Free 1 ticket offer. Such a perfect excuse to bring a friend or treat the family. Keep reading for all the juicy details!
At SplashMania, boredom doesn't stand a chance. To make it easier to plan your day, everything's grouped into 4 main categories: Kids Adventure, Family Adventure, Thrill Adventure, and Extreme Adventure.
If you're bringing young kids along, there's always that tiny concern: will there be enough for them to do? That's not even a question here. There are dedicated attractions just for the little adventurers.
The first one on the list is Treasure Tower: one of the tallest water play structures in Malaysia, packed with flumes, splash buckets, and plenty of giggles.
Then there's Mini Mania, a thoughtfully designed zone with pint-sized versions of fan-favourite slides like Monsta and Twista which offer a tiny funnel slide experience with smooth turns and soft drops. Splash Sploosh is a splash pad with gentle water jets that are perfect for toddlers to safely cool off, rounding out the list of kid-friendly rides that are both fun and approachable.
For the whole family, attractions like Ravage River deliver fun in a more relaxed setting. This lazy river winds through 8 themed zones such as Donut Rapids, Bubbly Dip, Rain Shooters, and more. You'll also find full-sized rides like Typhoon Terror and Amazonia, a multi-level ship that houses waterslides, a petting zoo, dining outlets, a DJ deck, and other family-friendly features.
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If you love a good dose of adrenaline, SplashMania's got you covered with an exciting lineup of thrill and extreme rides that will get your blood pumping.
Ready for a real heart-stopper? Sumaumeira Drop hurls you down from a 60m height at speeds of up to 80km/h. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you're craving an adrenaline rush, you won't want to miss it.
Next up, Wild Rush delivers high-speed thrills through an enclosed body slide filled with sharp curves, 360° loops, and even a surprise 'free-fall' moment before you splash down. Then there's Rush Havoc, a multi-lane water coaster that twists, turns, and drops its way through a chaotic, thrill-packed course.
For something visually stunning, Shaka Waka brings a vibrant, sensory element to your ride with a 78m enclosed tube slide lit by LED effects and pulsing with audio.
Plunge — steepest slide out of the bunch — is a 6-storey free-fall slide that drops you almost vertically into the water below. And don't miss Whoopa Loopa, a translucent slide that offers speed, winding turns, and splashes all the way through.
Night Splash!: Call of the Tribe is for those who seek more adrenaline and fun even after the sun sets. Happening every Friday and Saturday throughout July from 7pm to 11pm, this after-dark experience brings a whole new energy to the park.
Step into a glowing world where music, lights, and tribal vibes come alive. The Mystic Glowing Tribe feature performers decked out in LED costumes gliding and spinning to the rhythm of the night, creating a hypnotic spectacle of movement and light.
Of course, no party is complete without music. Live DJ sets from over 60 DJs keep the beats going and the energy high, turning the park into an open-air dance floor under the stars. Right at the entrance, you'll also catch exhilarating fire-breathing shows, lighting up the night in more ways than one.
And yes, some of your favourite rides stay open after dark. Brace yourself for nighttime thrills on Wild Rush, Sumaumeira Drop, and Shaka Waka, all made even more dazzling with dynamic LED effects. For something a little more laid-back but still magical, hop on the Ravage River Ride, a 400-metre-long stream-alike that glows with neon, glow-in-the-dark artwork as you drift peacefully through the night.
Let's talk about tickets! SplashMania offers entry at RM110 for kids (aged 3 – 12) and senior citizens (60 and above), while adult tickets (13 and up) are priced at RM125.
For SplashMania's Night Splash!: Call of the Tribe, walk-in entry is at RM65 per pax while securing your ticket online (HERE) will get you a special price of only RM50 per pax. Why choose between day or night when you can have the best of both? Snag a full-day access plus entry to an exciting tribal-themed night party for just RM100 per person.
Now, here's where things get even better. During the Birthday Bash period, from 21 June to 31 Jul 2025, you can enjoy a Buy 1 Free 1 deal when you purchase your SplashMania tickets online.
That means for every ticket you buy, you get a 2nd one free — as long as it's the same ticket type and value. The offer is exclusively online, so make sure to grab it through their official booking site to go straight to locking in your date.
What are you waiting for? This is your sign to plan your next adventure at SplashMania for a jolly good time! Don't wait too long though — this celebration is only here for a limited time, and the waves are already calling.
*This post is brought to you in partnership with GL Play by Gamuda Land.
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Read on Pulau Tekong recruits beginning their drone flight training here. Pulau Tekong's Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) has added drone training to its basic military programme, giving recruits six hours of hands-on aerial instruction. Each company of 100 soldiers receives 40 DJI Neo drones, compact and camera-equipped, for practical learning. The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) says the initiative prepares soldiers for drone use in combat and logistics, while also teaching counter-drone tactics. Recruits begin with e-learning and lectures before flying drones in camp and field settings. The programme launched in July with over 3,000 recruits and will continue across future intakes. Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing says the goal is to build 'three-dimensional spatial awareness', a skill vital in drone-heavy battle zones. The SAF's drone centres helped shape the curriculum, drawing insights from global conflicts. Experts say this marks a shift in how militaries train, as airspace is now as critical as terrain. Read on Pulau Tekong recruits beginning their drone flight training here.
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Together Nasi Lemak: Fragrant coconut rice with crispy pork berampah & solid sambal, open till 1am daily
It's not every day that you hear nasi lemak and pork berampah go hand-in-hand, but Together Nasi Lemak pairs these 2 mismatched ingredients up on a single plate. Their website proudly proclaims they're voted as the best pork berampah nasi lemak in Malaysia! Since I was in Kuala Lumpur for work, I wasn't about to miss out the opportunity to test that claim. Together Nasi Lemak has 6 outlets around Malaysia centered around KL, Selangor and Seramban. Since the evening peak hour traffic was quite bad, I decided to swing by Four Season Food Avenue in Cheras that stays open till 1am daily. Imagine the tragedy if I had visited another branch and they were sold out — I would be hangry! The whole place was huge, spanning an indoor food court and an outdoor hawker centre-ish section. It instantly reminded me of Chomp Chomp Food Centre back in Singapore. There was a Hong Kong movie playing on a projector, but the crowd was far too busy eating and chit-chatting to care. I spotted the stall decked out in a bright green and yellow colour palette, complete with a bamboo pole decor that gave it a rustic look. What I tried at Together Nasi Lemak I'd be dumb to take a 40-minute car ride to this place and not order the Pork Set (RM16.90). We wanted to make our plates more luxurious by adding (+RM2) and (+RM2). However, both were not available — talk about a mood killer! Instead of the usual omelette or boiled egg, the plate of coconut rice was crowned with a beautiful sunny side-up. Its companions lying around included a generous scoop of sambal, the quintessential ikan bilis-peanut duo, some crackers, and sliced Japanese cucumber. 13 fun things to do at Eco Palladium, JB — food, fashion, aesthetic cafes & more [Aug 2025 update] I made a beeline for the rice without adding any sambal. It wasn't the basmati grain variety but the good ol' classic jasmine rice. From the first spoonful, I was sold. Fragrant with a full-on coconutty punch, it somehow managed to be rich without tipping into jelak territory. The sambal was full of umami with dominant notes of dried shrimp. Thankfully, it wasn't as saccharine as other nasi lemak places that probably add a truckload of sugar into the chilli. With that combo, I was instantly rocketed to flavour haven — passport not required. Now, for the main star of the show, the fried pork. Each piece was tender and impeccably seasoned. The fat portion wasn't chewy and simply disintegrated like melted butter with every bite. When eaten with the crumbs, the overall experience was taken up several notches, kissed with just the right hint of herbs and fried curry leaves. We also gave the XL Set (RM14.90) a try, which was also served with nasi lemak. Though each piece of chicken was well-battered and crispy, it felt like any other run-of-the-mill chicken cutlet that was enhanced with spices. It paled in comparison with the pork berampah. Final thoughts If you're looking for a nasi lemak place that doesn't follow conventional practises, then visit any of Together Nasi Lemak's outlets for a taste of their pork berampah — it really lives up to its reputation! Expected damage: RM5.90 – RM16.90 per pax JOY: Chinatown's Chinese beef & chicken roti with unique flavours like mala & durian worth trying The post Together Nasi Lemak: Fragrant coconut rice with crispy pork berampah & solid sambal, open till 1am daily appeared first on
