Genting Dream Cruise from Port Klang
Resorts World Cruises operates the Genting Dream out of Port Klang, about 90 minutes from Kuala Lumpur, on short sailings that Indian families increasingly add to a Malaysia itinerary. Typical routes are two-night weekend sailings to Penang or Phuket and three-night trips to Penang and Langkawi, with high seas sailings when port calls are limited.
The ship carries around 3,300 guests and feels like a floating resort: multiple pools and waterslides, a rock climbing wall, zip line, mini golf, a bowling alley, a spa, and evening theatre shows at the Zodiac Theatre. Food is the big draw, with buffet restaurants, Chinese and Malay outlets, and speciality dining that is charged extra. Cabins range from inside rooms to balcony staterooms and the Palace suites, which come with a private pool deck and butler service.
Indian travellers should note that vegetarian and Jain meals are available if requested at booking, and several sailings are chartered by Indian operators with Indian chefs and Bollywood entertainment on board. Drinks packages, casino and shore excursions are all separate costs. Port Klang embarkation usually opens in the early afternoon, so a morning transfer from KL works comfortably.
Location
Port Klang Cruise Terminal, Klang, Selangor, Malaysia
Duration
2-3 nights
Best Time to Visit
November to March, when Southeast Asian seas are calmer; avoid peak monsoon squalls in the east coast routes
Pricing
₹18,000-30,000 per person for a 2-night inside or oceanview cabin; ₹35,000-60,000 for balcony cabins, excluding gratuities and drinks
Activity Type
Highlights
Waterslide park, zip line and rock climbing on the top decks
Live shows at the Zodiac Theatre every night
Multiple included buffets plus Chinese, Malay and Japanese outlets
Port calls at Penang, Langkawi or Phuket depending on sailing
Palace suites with private deck and butler service
Itinerary
Transfer from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang, check in and mandatory safety drill
Reach the terminal at least 2 hours before departure; keep passports handy
Sail away, dinner at the main buffet and the first theatre show
Book speciality restaurants and show seats on the app as soon as you board
Full day at sea or a port call, with pools, waterslides and spa in between
Shore excursions cost extra; independent exploring is allowed at most ports
Breakfast, settle onboard account and disembark at Port Klang
Plan flights out of KLIA with at least 5 hours of buffer after docking
Safety Requirements
Attend the muster drill, it is compulsory for all passengers
Passports valid for at least six months required, plus Thai entry clearance for Phuket sailings
Pregnancy beyond 24 weeks is generally not permitted to sail
Follow height and age limits on waterslides and the zip line
Keep the cruise card with you at all times for boarding and cabin access
Tips
Request Indian vegetarian or Jain meals at the time of booking, not on board
Carry motion sickness tablets if you are prone to seasickness
Wi-Fi and phone roaming at sea are expensive, buy an onboard package or stay offline
Onboard payments are cashless; check gratuity charges added per night per person
Weekday sailings are noticeably cheaper than Friday departures
