12 Places To Bring Your Kid For An Awesome Time Away From The Smartphone
What's your favourite way of spending the mornings with your children?
Published for MILO Malaysia, 23 Dec 2015, 11:51 AM
As much as you'd like to play masak-masak indoors, or watch reruns of Fairly Odd Parents, doing something together outside is great to getting the blood pumping and encountering new experiences
As with all days that are packed to the brim with fun, don't forget to start the day right with a healthy boost - prep a quick, healthy breakfast, and bring along plenty of fluids, like water and convenient boxes of MILO to sustain you through the day.
Here's a handy list of awesome outdoor activities and locations to discover with your kids - from popular mentions to underrated places!
1. Fishing at Fish Valley
Get our your sea legs (or lake legs?) for a relaxing day of fishing with your loved ones amongst nature's orchestra.
Where: Semenyih
Price: RM7 for recreational fishing, prices increase for certain species
Tip: Bring enough refreshments because it may be a long wait!
2. Take a hike at Bukit Tabur
Climb the Quartz ridge on this relatively easy hike to see some magnificent views that beats any picture or tv show. This is a great way to explore the beauty mother nature offers.
Where: Bukit Tabur, 13km away from KLCC
Price: Free!
Tip: If you are a beginner, get someone experienced to guide you, or just get a guide. You'd also want to start the day with an energy booster before the hike, like having a power bar or something high in fibre, accompanied with a cup of MILO. You could 'tapau' a thermos up too.
3. Take me out to the baseball batting cages
"Hey batter batter batter!" - What NOT to say at a batting cage.
Where: It’s a hit @ 1Utama
Price: RM45 for students
4. Farm in the city
Fulfil your kid's dreams by bringing them to this petting zoo thats located among the hustle and bustle of the city. It has a great kampung concept to mimic the animal's natural habitat and encourages children to get up close and personal. Hold a fluffy bunny, feed a gigantic tortoise and meet curious otters at this animal farm.
Where: Taman Equine, Seri Kembangan
Price: As shown in the table below
Tip: Choose your time wisely to avoid crowds.
5. Bring it back old school - go to a play ground!
Transform your kid's world as they explore turrets and bridges in this castle-themed playground. There are plenty of swings, slides and see-saws. What could go wrong?
Where: Tasik Perdana
Price: Free!
Tip: Bring your kids for a walk around the park, there's lots of natural attractions and structures to see.
6. Or if you'd rather your kid play indoors, take them to the jungle gym
This kid-safety play area may just be the solution to all cautious mums out there. There is also roller blading available outside if your kid is up to it!
Where: Bangsar Shopping Centre and Atria Shopping Gallery
Price: Between RM 22 to RM 62 per person on public holidays
Tip: The Jungle Gym organises birthdays too! Check out their website for further information.
7. Create the biggest bubble
Pack a picnic lunch for a day of making and chasing bubbles of varying shapes and sizes. Challenge yourself to make the biggest bubble that floats in the air the longest until it disappears with a subtle pop.
Where: Setia City Park and IOI Mall, Putrajaya
Price: Small bubble hoop - RM2 (with a bowl of soap, RM1.50 for a top-up)
Big bubble hoop - RM4 (with a bowl of soap, RM1.50 for a top-up)
8. Learn how to dive and swim at Sealantis
Want to get rid of FOMO moments when you're at pool parties or at a beautiful beach holiday with sparkling clear water? You will be guided by professional instructors through your fears and struggles and learn to swim like a pro in no time.
Where: Promenade Lakeside at
1 Utama Shopping Centre
Price: Contact them for pricing or visit their website.
Tip: Only available for kids aged 10 and above
9. Bring them to the post-apocalyptic District 21
If your thrill-seeking kids are over ordinary playgrounds. This post-apocalyptic themed park, designed for safety is the perfect place to let your kids run loose.
Where: IOI City Mall
Price: as shown below
10. Jump Aerobics and Dodgeball!
Find that your kids climbing all over the couches and just have way too much energy? Channel all of that into a day at jump street, it will be sure to tire your kid out!
Where: Jumpstreet PJ
Price: RM22 (off-peak), RM27 (peak)
Tip: Be prepared to bring your own socks, or pay RM5 for a pair of JumpStreet grip socks.
11. Bringing out the inner biker in you with Drift Trikes
These trikes are even safer than bicycles, and just looks so much more badass.
Where: Taman Rimba Alam Presint 15
Price: Visit the Putra Drift Trike Club Facebook page for more information
12. Take it to new heights with rock climbing
This new trending sport will be the perfect activity for your kids to try their hand at. It's great for training their upper body strength and challenging their fear of heights.
Where: Camp 5 @ 1Utama
Price: RM16 for youth, free for kids below 8
Tip: Bring your own socks and warm up before climbing to avoid any injuries!