Skypark by AJ Hackett set to launch in Hong Kong!

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AJ Hackett International is set to open its biggest Skypark yet, at the stunning Ocean Park in Hong Kong, in partnership with Shun Tak Holdings Ltd.

Spread over 12ha on the coastal zone of Ocean Park, AJ Hackett International are planning Bungy jumping, giant swings, multiple ziplines, a rail coaster luge, big slides and lots of adventure parks and outdoor play.

This new Skypark continues to consolidate their position as the adventure tourism leader in the Greater Bay Area and add a very unique site to their global brand of Skyparks.

The “Adventure Zone” will be located at Upper Park “The Summit” of Ocean Park Hong Kong and covers approximately 120,000 square meters, making it Asia’s first immersive sky-high adventure experience attraction. It features a full range of exciting activities such as Twin Bungy Jumping at an estimated 30m in height, Giant Swings at an estimated 30m in height, Alpine Coaster Luge, estimated 1,000m long Double Giant Ziplines, Dry Slides, Ropes and Netted Adventure Parks, Climbing Walls, Walking Tracks and innovative Playgrounds in three different zones.

The launch of Skypark by AJ Hackett Hong Kong.

All experiences are seamlessly blended into the stunning natural scenery, thrill-seekers can look forward to enjoying sensory pleasure while taking in the unique natural landscapes and coastline views of the Southern District in Hong Kong, amidst the leisurely charm of this “urban oasis”. Project related work is expected to commence in Q4 2024, with a projected completion date in Mid-2028.

Adhering to the corporate strategy of “Tourism+”, over the years, the Group has garnered extensive businesses presence in the integrated cultural tourism sector across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (“GBA”) and beyond.

With its pioneering vision in international tourism investment, the Group remains at the forefront of the business, and actively invests in integrated cultural tourism development projects worldwide, leveraging on the company’s profound understanding of global tourism trends. Seizing the upsurge of cultural and in-depth experience amongst modern trippers, the Group spearheaded the introduction of the first adventure attraction into Macau, the acclaimed Macau Tower bungy jump – the world’s highest commercial bungy jump from a building, twenty years ago. The project is jointly managed and operated with AJ Hackett International group.

The two parties are once again teaming up for the “Adventure Zone” project, through which the Group hopes to help inject new momentum into Hong Kong’s tourism development, providing visitors to Hong Kong with fresh experiences that showcase the city’s vibrant diversity.

“As an integrated cultural tourism conglomerate based in the GBA, the Shun Tak Group is happy to join Ocean Park, an undeniable iconic tourism landmark for more than 40 years in Hong Kong, with our long-term partner AJ Hackett International group, in the development of this exciting project much anticipated by both visitors and the local community,” Shun Tak Group executive director and president, Rogier Verhoeven, said.

“It is our obligation to support the local tourism industry’s upgrading and transformation, introducing new economic growth points, and bringing this innovative, internationally recognized adventure attractions to Hong Kong that incorporates natural conservation concepts to life.

“In line with the key focus areas in the national planning for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the development of the ‘Adventure Zone’ at Ocean Park will further validate the Group’s ongoing ‘Tourism +’ strategy. We firmly believe that this new tourism landmark will create unforgettable memories for visitors to Hong Kong and continuously inject new quality productive forces into the city’s cultural tourism industry.”

AJ Hackett International CEO, Danny Hughes, said: “Our purpose is to positively change people’s lives by achieving something they never thought possible. The natural landscape of Ocean Park will create a wonderful playground for our guests, and we are honoured to be custodians with a sustainable development that highlights conservation and education. The ‘Adventure Zone’ is an exciting opportunity to expand the iconic experiences of Ocean Park, and to promote Hong Kong to our worldwide following with a world-class sky-high adventure tourist attraction.”

The launch of Hong Kong’s Skypark by AJ Hackett.

Ocean Park Corporation chairman, Paulo Pong, added: “This marks a significant milestone for Ocean Park Corporation and Hong Kong’s tourism industry. We are thrilled to partner with Shun Tak Group and AJ Hackett International group to co-develop the Adventure Zone. We are confident that the Adventure Zone will appeal to adventure enthusiasts and families alike, thereby broadening our visitor base and further enhancing the overall experience and market competitiveness of Ocean Park as a resort destination.”

Backed by the motherland and connected to the world, Hong Kong has an irreplaceable advantage in tourism development. The Group, based in the GBA, will continue to leverage its cross-industry experience in Property, Hospitality, and Transportation to actively facilitate Hong Kong’s integration into the national development framework and contribute to the goal in forging the GBA into a world-class tourist destination.

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