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Enchanted Kingdom, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
Enchanted Kingdom. A Philippine Original.
There is always a magic spell or two hovering above Enchanted Kingdom. For almost two decades now, the very first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines has been transporting families and friends, young and old alike, to a fun-filled world of make-believe full of adventure, surprises to discover and fond memories that can last a lifetime.
The germ of an idea of creating an "Enchanted Kingdom" first sparked in the imagination of business partners Cesar Mario O. Mamon and Rafaelito E. Minguez sometime in 1992. They envisioned a place where people can momentarily leave their worries behind and be engrossed in an area of fun, enchantment and make-believe. Together with several other institutional partners and with expert advice from foreign and international designers and consultants as well as the utilization of Filipino craftsmanship and construction prowess, Mario and Lito pursued their pioneering vision of bringing a unique theme park experience to the Philippines.
When the gates of Enchanted Kingdom finally opened to the general public on October 19, 1995, history was made and the magic was cast upon all those that went through its Victorian Gateway! The 12-hectare kingdom boasted of seven meticulously themed zones that transported visitors on a journey to other lands and across different eras in time. With a heart-stopping line-up of thrill rides, charming kiddie playgrounds, carnival staples, unique food and souvenir shops that were bigger and brighter than any other in the country, there was nothing else like it in the Philippines.
With the core business of bringing fun, amusement and entertainment to the public, Enchanted Kingdom envisions itself to be the Philippine leader in wholesome family leisure and entertainment. Its mission is to provide quality products and services that create magical experiences for guests of all ages, making them wanting to come back again and again!
The company's core values champion respect, integrity, loyalty, innovativeness and love for God. These are reflective of the kind of service magic the cast members of Enchanted Kingdom provide to its park-goers and clients.
Families and friends alike, school children of all ages, as well as countless wards of orphanages and centers of special assistance for the youth, continue to enjoy the special brand of magic that only Enchanted Kingdom can weave. The park over the years of its existence has more than touched the hearts, minds and emotions of the more than 13 million guests that have gone through its gates.
OKAY! OKAY! OKAY! SORRY! SO MUCH OF HISTORY!!! HEHE :)
HOW TO GET THERE?
Enchanted Kingdom is located in Santa Rosa City, Laguna, about 39 kilometers from Manila.
A shuttle service to Enchanted Kingdom is available at the Intercontinental Hotel, open parking, Ayala Center (beside SM City Makati, across Ayala MRT station and EDSA car park).
A shuttle service to Enchanted Kingdom is also available at the Quezon Avenue Eaton Centris! You may call +63 (02) 830-3535 for assistance!
BY PUBLIC BUS:
Local buses are available to take you to and from Enchanted Kingdom.
Bus Company: Jam Liner Transit
Location: Pasay City near Buendia LRT station
Bus Route: Balibago (Waltermart: Sta. Rosa, Laguna)
Fare: PhP 61.00
Travel Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Bus Company: JAC Liner
Location: Pasay City near Buendia LRT station
Bus Route: Balibago (Waltermart: Sta. Rosa, Laguna)
Fare: PhP 61.00
Travel Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
BY PUBLIC FX/VAN:
Location: EDSA Crossing (in front of Star Mall EDSA)
Van / FX Route: Balibago (Waltermart: Sta. Rosa, Laguna)
Fare: PhP 80.00
Travel Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Get off at Walter Mart, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, look for the tricycle terminal on the left side (if you're facing the mall). Just ask any driver for the queue of tricycle bound to E.K. Fare is P9.00 each.
Since we arrived earlier than the opening time of the park, we took the photo op outside, especially with Eldar's statue in front of the theme park, the official mascot of the Enchanted Kingdom. :)
After the picture taking, we went to the ticket office to buy tickets, we are not able to buy tickets ahead of time. Make sure to buy your tickets before you go there to avoid long queues. Tickets are also available in other ticket selling bodies like SM Tickets, TicketWorld and TicketNet Online.
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TICKET PRICESRegular Day Pass:
Weekend / Holiday Rate:Php 600.00
Weekday Rate:Php 500.00
Descriptions: Enjoy unlimited use of all the Park’s rides: FREE! EKstreme Tower Ride, NEW! Disk-O-Magic,NEW! Bump n’ Splash - electric bumber boats with water squirters, Rialto Theater in 3D, Space Shuttle, Jungle Log Jam, Swan Lake, Up, Up & Away, Roller Skater, Dodgem, Wheel of Fate, Anchor's Away, Rio Grande Rapids, Flying Fiesta, Grand Carousel, Boulderville Express, Air Pterodactyl, Stone Eggs, and Dinosaurus.
Junior Day Pass:
Weekend / Holiday Rate:Php 320.00
Weekday Rate:Php 250.00
Descriptions: Applicable to children between 36” to 47” tall. Children 35” and under are FREE. Enjoy unlimited use of all the Park’s rides: Space Shuttle, Jungle Log Jam, Swan Lake, Up, Up & Away, Roller Skater, Dodgem, Wheel of Fate, Anchor's Away, NEW! Bump n’ Splash - electric bumber boats with water squirters, Rialto Theater in 3D, Rio Grande Rapids, Flying Fiesta, Grand Carousel, Boulderville Express, Air Pterodactyl Stone Eggs, and Dinosaurus.
GUEST SERVICES
Amenities and services that Enchanted Kingdom provides for a more convenient stay at the Park.
PARKING AREA
A minimal fee is charged per entry. Parking attendants are on hand to assist.
Private Cars: PhP 50.00 (fixed rate)
Private Buses: PhP 35.00 (fixed rate)
ATM STATION
Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) are located beside the Group Sales Office.
LOCKERS & STROLLERS
Lockers and strollers are available for a minimal fee.
WHEELCHAIRS
Guests may bring and use their own wheelchairs. A limited number of wheelchairs are available free of charge at Magical Guest Relations Office (MGRO).
FIRST AID
We have a clinic with a group of health specialists located at Midway Boardwalk for any concerns. You may also approach our personnel who are roaming around the park.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located throughout the park for the convenience of guests. Diaper changing areas are located in the Ladies restrooms as well.
CREDIT CARDS
Major credit cards are accepted for Park admission, merchandise shops and food outlets.
CHARGING & LOADING
Mobile loading and charging stations are available in selected areas around the park.
SECURITY
Uniformed personnel are stationed throughout the Park and are ready to assist as needed.
PARK MAP
1. Grand Carousel
The Grand Carousel is a dainty centerpiece that greets park guests upon their entrance at Enchanted Kingdom. The Grand Carousel brings park guests back to the Victorian era as it features 60 Victorian horses, four goddesses and cherub chariots.
2. Dodgem
The Dodgem is an exciting action ride which dares the rider to boldly spin and bump into the cars. Each car can be maneuvered by a steering wheel to control the direction to a 360 degree forward and reverse motion. The ride consists of 24 colorful cars.
3. Up, Up & Away
The Up, Up & Away experience is similar to that of a real hot air balloon ride where riders can leave the world behind and enjoy the freedom flight. There are ten colorful gondolas which simulate a balloon. The ride rotates and rises above the ground, taking the riders up, up and away into the sky.
4. EKstreme Drop Tower
The EKstreme Drop Tower is a thrilling ride that provides guests with a breathtaking experience as they accelerate towards the ground from a height of 120 feet with a maximum speed of 47 mph, before entering a magnetic braking area at the top. The gondola has a capacity of 12 passengers. Each seat is ergonomically designed and is equipped with an over-the-shoulder restraint system. The restraint is fully padded for passenger comfort and is adjustable within its range of operations limits. The secondary restraints safety belt links the lower portion of the over-the-shoulder restraint to the seat structure. Enchanted Kingdom will have you screaming your lungs out as you go on a new magical experience in an
instant drop.
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| My friends got crazy after this ride. lol :) |
4. Roller Skater
The Roller Skater is a mini roller coaster designed to give riders a 10-second thrilling experience and make their heartbeats racing for more. The ride comprises 8 cars designed as roller skates with a capacity of two riders per coaster.
5. Anchor's Away
Experience riding on a pirate ship and sail through imaginary waves in a pendulum motion. The Anchor’s Away accelerates from a center position toward one side of the ship then swings back and forth until it reaches a maximum angle of 70 degrees. The ride can accommodate up to 50 riders.
6. Bump N' Splash
Go on an extreme water adventure with the ride’s 15 colorful boats that will take you on an exhilarating thrill among the waves. The boats are also equipped with water squirters in the handle that makes it more exciting.
7. Swan Lake
The Swan Lake is a relaxing and romantic water ride which allows guests to enjoy pedaling and floating in a large pond. Guests can control the direction and the speed by steering the wheel and by pedaling, which turns the paddle wheel. The Swan Lake has 12 self-propelled and self-controlled boats. This is the perfect ride to try when one needs to slow down a bit and take a break from all the fast-paced excitement.
8. Wheel of Fate
Go on a truly enchanting ride in this large, old fashioned Ferris Wheel which lifts riders over 130 feet into the air, giving a dramatic view of the entire theme park. There are 36 gondolas and each gondola can accommodate up to 6 riders.
9. Jungle Log Jam
The Jungle Log Jam is another exciting water ride which takes the riders uphill, down ramps and splashing into the water. Upon entering the Jungle Log Jam, the guests ride into one of the 17 logs. Seating capacity for each log is up to 4 riders. The ride gives the thrill of racing through a river and going up and down chutes in a hollow log.
10. Space Shuttle
The Space Shuttle is a unique roller coaster ride containing all the characteristics of a boomerang. A cable pulls the train backwards up to the highest point, then releases as the roller coaster dives down the same lift, accelerating quickly to high speed revolving around the loops. This ride turns the rider upside-down 6 times, 3 times forward and 3 times backwards - all in 2 minutes! Not only do the riders experience a head-thrilling adventure, the Space Shuttle also shoots through the rails backwards! Upon entering the Space Shuttle, the rider may choose one of the 28 seats in seven coaches.
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| And they got even crazier after this ride. Peace! :) |
11. Rialto
The Rialto is a 60-seater 3D theater system which combines sight, sound and movement. It allows the guests to be part of the action that is happening on the screen. The theatre consists of a large screen and projection system, high quality sound system, a computer-driven control and seating which moves in eight directions around four different axes.
12. 4D Discovery Theatre
The 4D Discovery Theatre is a theatre system which combines sight, sound, movement and sensory effects to create an illusion of total involvement being displayed on the screen. The theatre consists of a flat screen and projection system, a high fidelity digital sound system, a computer image generator control system and seats with special effects. Upon entering the Discovery Theatre, the rider may choose one of 30 individual seats.
13. Rio Grande Rapids
The Rio Grande Rapids is an exhilarating ride that is bound to have its rider constantly catching their breath with the ride’s continuous water flow designed to give the illusion of raging rapids. Upon entering the Rio Grande Rapids, the rider boards one of the 11 rafts. Each raft can seat up to 8 riders. The rafts are propelled through a raging river giving the rider a white water rafting adventure.
14. Flying Fiesta
The Flying Fiesta is an exciting swing ride that jolts the rider as it gradually increases its rotation speed and tilts, creating a wave-like motion. Riders may choose from any of the ride’s 52 seats.
15. Dinosaurus
The Dinosaurus is an enticing opportunity for children to experience the adventure that awaits them when riding dinosaurs - just like in the movies. Upon entering the Dinosaurus, the rider may choose one the of 6 Dino tubs. The ride, which rotates counter-clockwise, allows riders full control of the height of travel of the Dino tubs, from ground level to the present maximum height, to enhance the rider’s experience to the limit.
16. Air Pterodactyl
The Air Pterodactyl is a kiddie ride with eight colorful airplanes. It is an enticing opportunity for children to experience the thrill of flying their own airplane. The ride, which rotates counter clockwise, allows riders full control of the height of travel of the airplane, from ground level to the preset maximum height to enhance the rider’s aerial experience.
17. Stone Egg
The Stone Egg is a mini Ferris wheel for children. It is composed of six egg gondolas, giving the kids an opportunity to cross over to the Dinosaur Era as they ride on giant dinosaur eggs. Each gondola is individually loaded and the ride is operated for two minutes. During this time, the gondolas are lifted over 24 feet into the air and then return to the ground as the ride spins.
18. Boulderville Express
The Boulderville Express is an enticing opportunity for children and adults to experience the excitement of riding a locomotive engine. Upon entering the Boulderville Express, the rider may choose any of the three wagons with one engine car. The train is mounted on pained steel rails and wooden railroad ties and travels in a clockwise direction on a curved loop with maximum speed of 7 kilometer per hour. Each engine car and wagon is powered by DC motors with lights and sound effects for a more realistic experience.
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