Skyranch Tagaytay is a family amusement park along the Tagaytay ridge in Cavite, developed by SM Prime Holdings, with rides, a Ferris wheel, and views of Taal Lake. General admission is PHP 120, and the Ride-All-You-Can pass costs PHP 980 at the gate but drops to around PHP 350 to 430 on platforms like Klook. Budget three to four hours for a full visit, more if you plan to eat outside and return.
Skyranch Tagaytay Quick Guide
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Park | Sky Ranch Tagaytay |
| Location | Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway, Barangay Kaybagal South, Tagaytay City |
| Province | Cavite, CALABARZON |
| Type | Family / All-ages Amusement Park |
| Entrance Fee | PHP 120 (adults and children 1 year and older); infants 11 months and below free |
| Operating Hours | Weekdays: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Weekends and Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Best Day to Visit | Weekday morning, November to February |
| Time Needed | 3 to 4 hours inside the park |
| Booking | Klook, SM Tickets, StarDeals, MetroDeal |
| Parking | Available on-site and at an annex lot across the highway; PHP 50 per car |
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Where Is Skyranch Tagaytay Located?
Skyranch Tagaytay sits along the Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway in Barangay Kaybagal South, adjacent to the Taal Vista Hotel, at roughly Kilometer 60 from Manila. Tagaytay City rests on a volcanic ridge about 700 meters above sea level, which is why the air feels noticeably cooler than Metro Manila even in summer. That elevation also gives the park unobstructed sightlines toward Taal Lake and Taal Volcano, particularly from the upper gondolas of the Sky Eye.
The park was developed by SM Prime Holdings and opened in March 2013. It covers roughly five hectares and has expanded in phases over the years, adding a second zone and the Cartoonville children’s area.
How to Get to Skyranch Tagaytay
Getting to Skyranch Tagaytay from Manila takes roughly two to three hours by private car or public transport on a clear day.
By private car, there are two main routes:
- Via SLEX: Exit at Santa Rosa or Eton City, then follow the Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road uphill to the Tagaytay Rotunda. Continue west along the highway until you reach the park. Tolls from Alabang to Calamba run around PHP 126 for a standard vehicle.
- Via CAVITEX / Aguinaldo Highway: A more direct route geographically, but heavily congested through Bacoor, Imus, and Dasmariñas. Best avoided on weekend afternoons.
The park has a Main Parking lot at the entrance and an Annex Parking lot across the highway. Parking fees are PHP 30 for motorcycles, PHP 50 for cars, and PHP 150 for tourist buses.
By public transport, the clearest options are:
- From PITX (Parañaque): Take a bus bound for Nasugbu, Mendez, or Calatagan. Avoid buses to Lemery, as those routes bypass the Tagaytay ridge entirely via the STAR Tollway. Fares range from PHP 110 to 200.
- From LRT Buendia / Gil Puyat Station (Pasay): Board a DLTB bus bound for Nasugbu or Calatagan. These often use SLEX, which can be faster than the Cavite route.
- UV Express vans depart from Starmall EDSA-Shaw, Festival Mall Alabang, and Metropoint Mall, with fares around PHP 200 to 250. Drivers are often willing to drop you at the Sky Ranch entrance directly if you ask.
One thing most guides skip: buses along the Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway sometimes divert onto Mahogany Avenue to avoid congestion in front of the park. If this happens, ask to be dropped at the Petron gas station at the Mahogany Avenue intersection. From there, it is a 20-minute walk or a quick tricycle ride for PHP 10 to 15. Alternatively, disembark at the Tagaytay Rotunda and take a westbound jeepney toward Mendez or Alfonso, which stops directly in front of the park.
For a broader look at getting around Tagaytay and what else to see nearby, this guide to Tagaytay tourist spots covers the full circuit well.
Ticket Prices and Passes at Skyranch Tagaytay
The Skyranch Tagaytay entrance fee does not include rides. Those are purchased separately.
Admission (Entry Only):
| Ticket Type | Price (PHP) |
|---|---|
| Regular (adults and children 1 year and older) | 120 |
| Senior Citizen / PWD (valid ID required) | 96 |
| Infant (11 months and below) | Free |
Ride Passes and Individual Rides:
| Ticket Type | Price (PHP) |
|---|---|
| Ride-All-You-Can (RAYC) Pass – gate price | 980 |
| Ride-All-You-Can Pass – Klook / OTA promo | 350 to 430 |
| Sky Eye (Ferris wheel) – separate, not in RAYC | 200 |
| Zipline (300m) – not in RAYC | 300 |
| Horseback Riding – not in RAYC | 350 |
| Drop Tower / Super Viking / Log Coaster / Sky Cruiser / Bumper Cars (driver) | 120 each |
| Safari Splash | 100 to 120 |
| Bumper Cars (passenger) | 50 |
| Nessie Coaster / Grand Carousel | 50 to 60 |
| Express Train | 80 |
Cartoonville (separate area for young children):
| Ticket Type | Price (PHP) |
|---|---|
| Cartoonville Entry | 150 |
| Giant Slide (3 runs) | 150 |
| Giant Slide (unlimited) | 300 |
| Inflatable Playground (30 min) | 150 |
| Inflatable Playground (60 min) | 300 |
| Gel Blaster Arena | 120 to 150 |
| Cartoonville All-in-One Regular | 499 |
| Cartoonville All-in-One VIP (with express entry) | 799 |
The most important thing to understand is the total cost per person. If you buy the Ride-All-You-Can pass through Klook at around PHP 388, you still pay the PHP 120 entrance fee separately at the gate, bringing your actual spend to roughly PHP 508 per person before food, Sky Eye, or extras. That is still far better value than buying individual ride tickets.
The Skyranch Tagaytay Klook promo is the most consistent discount available. Always check Klook, SM Tickets, StarDeals, and MetroDeal before you go because the RAYC pass at gate price is more than double the discounted rate. Klook vouchers are valid for 180 days from purchase date, so you can buy ahead without pressure.
Birthday celebrants get free admission plus a complimentary RAYC pass with a physical birth certificate, valid government ID, and at least one paying companion.
Top Rides and Attractions at Skyranch Tagaytay
The park splits broadly into thrill rides, family rides, outdoor adventure, and the Cartoonville kids’ zone. Here is a practical rundown of each.
The Sky Eye
The Sky Eye is a 63-meter Ferris wheel with 32 enclosed, air-conditioned gondolas, each fitting three to four passengers. One full rotation takes 10 to 15 minutes. It is the one ride that gives you an unobstructed aerial view of both Taal Lake to the south and the Cavite lowlands to the north.
It costs PHP 200 separately and is excluded from the standard RAYC pass, though some OTA promotions include a single ride. Toddlers 12 months and below ride free. If the sky is hazy when you arrive, wait for mid-morning or late afternoon when visibility tends to clear.
Worth-the-wait score: 5 out of 5. No other ride in the park gives you this view, and the gondolas are comfortable enough for younger kids and grandparents who skip the thrill rides.
High-Intensity Thrill Rides
These are included in the RAYC pass and each requires a minimum height of 4.0 feet (approximately 122 cm) unless noted otherwise.
- Drop Tower: Slow vertical ascent, then a sudden free-fall drop. The psychological wait at the top is the real experience. Worth-the-wait score: 4 out of 5. Short ride but the drop is legitimately startling.
- Super Viking: A massive swinging ship that arcs up to 90 degrees, creating near-zero-gravity at the apex. Worth-the-wait score: 4 out of 5. The arc is bigger than it looks from the ground.
- Log Coaster: Sharp lateral turns and cliff-side drops, completing two full rotations. Minimum height is 3.5 feet. Worth-the-wait score: 3 out of 5. Fun but shorter than most riders expect.
- Safari Splash: A flume ride in a trunk-shaped boat with a steep final drop and a solid splash. Popular on warm afternoons. Worth-the-wait score: 4 out of 5. Bring a change of clothes or embrace getting wet.
Family and Moderate Rides
- Grand Double Decker Carousel: A two-level merry-go-round with classic horse figures and full lighting at night. Children 3.0 feet and below ride free with a paying adult. Tickets are PHP 50 to 60. Worth-the-wait score: 4 out of 5. Best at night when the lights are on. Good for all ages including grandparents.
- Sky Cruiser: A human-pedaled aerial track through the trees. Requires a minimum height of 4.5 feet due to pedal reach. Tickets are PHP 120. Worth-the-wait score: 3 out of 5. Relaxed pace, decent views, but physically requires some effort.
- Nessie Coaster: A junior dragon-themed coaster for kids not ready for the Log Coaster. Children between 3.5 and 4.5 feet need an accompanying adult. Tickets are PHP 50 to 60. Worth-the-wait score: 3 out of 5. A solid first coaster experience for young kids.
- Bumper Cars: Drivers must be at least 4.0 feet; passengers between 3.0 and 3.11 feet. Driver ticket is PHP 120, passenger is PHP 50. Worth-the-wait score: 3 out of 5. Standard bumper car setup but consistently draws long queues on weekends.
- Express Train: Ground-level scenic loop around part of the park. PHP 80 per ride. Worth-the-wait score: 2 out of 5. Good for toddlers and tired parents but not much else.
Outdoor Adventure
The 300-meter zipline costs PHP 300 and is excluded from the RAYC pass. Riders reach speeds of 40 to 60 kilometers per hour at heights between 50 and 120 feet. Tandem options are available for younger or hesitant participants. Staff conduct a full safety briefing, and harnesses and helmets are provided.
Horseback riding along the ridge costs PHP 350 and is also excluded from the RAYC pass. Both activities are worth budgeting separately if outdoor experiences are your main reason for visiting.
Cartoonville
Cartoonville covers 3,000 square meters and is designed specifically for children who are too small for most mechanized rides. It features original mascots, a 26-foot giant inflatable slide, a 600-square-meter inflatable playground, and a 400-square-meter Gel Blaster Arena for older kids.
Entry is a separate PHP 150, completely apart from the main park admission and the RAYC pass. Non-slip socks are required for the inflatable playground. The VIP combo at PHP 799 includes express queue access, which is worth it on a crowded weekend. Confirm Cartoonville is open before your trip, as management periodically closes it for upgrades or seasonal re-theming.
Best Time to Visit Skyranch Tagaytay
The best time to visit Skyranch Tagaytay is on a weekday between November and February, when Tagaytay’s cool-season weather keeps the skies clearest and the crowds thinnest. November through February brings the most reliable visibility for the Sky Eye and the outdoor rides.
March to May is the Philippine summer season. Crowds peak sharply, especially during Holy Week and school break. The cool Tagaytay climate makes it popular precisely when the rest of the country is at peak heat, so expect full queues for the Sky Eye and thrill rides. Weekends in April can be particularly packed.
The monsoon season (June to October) brings frequent rain and low cloud cover. Fog rolls in fast on the ridge and visibility from the Sky Eye can drop to almost nothing within an hour. Certain rides may suspend operations temporarily during strong gusts. That said, weekday visits during rainy season are among the least crowded, and the park typically resumes normal operations within 30 to 60 minutes after a weather pause.
If you are visiting specifically for photographs of Taal Volcano, aim for mid-morning or the hour before sunset when the light is best and fog is less dense. Skyranch Tagaytay opening hours on weekdays start at 10:00 AM, so arriving close to opening is one of the easiest ways to beat the queues.
Full Budget Breakdown for a Day at Skyranch Tagaytay
This estimate covers one adult using the Klook promo pass, riding the Sky Eye, eating inside the park, and commuting by public transport from Manila.
| Expense | Cost (PHP) |
|---|---|
| Bus from Manila (one way) | 110 to 200 |
| Tricycle from drop-off to park | 10 to 15 |
| General Admission | 120 |
| RAYC Pass (Klook promo) | 350 to 430 |
| Sky Eye ticket | 200 |
| Lunch / snacks inside park | 150 to 300 |
| Tricycle back to bus stop | 10 to 15 |
| Bus back to Manila | 110 to 200 |
| Total (estimated) | 1,060 to 1,480 |
For a family of four with two adults and two children (both over 1 year old), double the admission and ride costs for the adults and estimate based on the children’s height for ride eligibility. Children below 3.0 feet on many rides are either free or significantly cheaper when accompanied by an adult.
What to Bring to Skyranch Tagaytay
| Item | Needed? |
|---|---|
| Valid ID (for Senior / PWD discount or ticket redemption) | Yes |
| Klook voucher or printed ticket (same name as ID and card) | Yes, if pre-booked |
| Light jacket or windbreaker | Strongly recommended |
| Comfortable closed-toe shoes | Yes |
| Extra change of clothes | Yes, for Safari Splash |
| Non-slip socks (for Cartoonville) | Yes, if visiting with young kids |
| Sunscreen | Yes |
| Small cash (for individual rides, food, tricycle) | Yes |
| Umbrella or rain poncho | Recommended (Tagaytay weather shifts fast) |
| Outside food and drinks | Not allowed |
| Stroller | Allowed; paved paths throughout the park |
Tagaytay weather in May can be deceptively cool in the morning and then humid by early afternoon, especially if cloud cover lifts. A light jacket that packs small solves both problems.
Tips and Rules for Visiting Skyranch Tagaytay
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the park. This is strictly enforced at the entrance.
- Re-entry is allowed on the same day. Keep your wristband and the printed receipt from your admission ticket, or re-entry will be refused.
- Pets are allowed inside the park but must wear diapers at all times and cannot ride any attractions.
- Illegal drugs, firearms, and weapons are prohibited. Anyone showing signs of intoxication will be denied entry.
- Priority lanes are available at the entrance for senior citizens, pregnant women, and PWDs.
- For Klook and SM Tickets redemptions, the name on your account, your payment card, and your government ID must all match. Proxy redemptions are not accepted.
- Height matters more than age for ride eligibility. Bring a measuring tape or check your child’s height at home before assuming they qualify for specific rides.
- If a child between 3.0 and 4.0 feet needs to be accompanied by a parent on a ride, both must have separate tickets or RAYC passes. Factor this into your budget.
- Park early on weekends. The Sky Eye queue and Log Coaster line both get long after noon.
- Confirm Cartoonville’s operational status before your trip if that is the main reason you are visiting with toddlers.
Where to Stay Near Skyranch Tagaytay
The clearest option for a stay-and-play setup is the SMDC Wind Residences, a condominium complex less than 800 meters from the park gates. Dozens of individual units are listed on Airbnb and Agoda as short-term rentals. Prices vary by unit and season, but proximity to the park means you can walk over for evening rides and avoid the Aguinaldo Highway traffic heading back to Manila.
For upscale lodging, Taal Vista Hotel and Escala Tagaytay are both within walking distance of the park and offer views of the caldera. Hotel Casiana is another solid option with similar ridge-facing positioning.
Staying overnight also lets you structure a second day around other Tagaytay attractions. The People’s Park in the Sky and the Picnic Grove are both worth the extra morning.
What Other Guides Get Wrong About Skyranch Tagaytay
Most guides present the RAYC pass as the total cost. It is not. You still pay PHP 120 in general admission on top of the discounted pass price. A PHP 388 Klook voucher still costs PHP 508 per person before you spend a single peso inside the park. Knowing this upfront prevents that frustrated feeling at the entrance gate.
Many guides also skip the Mahogany Avenue bus drop-off issue. Buses frequently divert away from the park’s direct frontage during peak traffic. If your conductor says the bus is taking Mahogany Avenue, ask to get off at the Petron station and take a tricycle. It is a minor inconvenience but worth knowing in advance so you are not caught off guard.
The Sky Eye exclusion from RAYC is consistently underplayed. It is the most photographed attraction at the park and the one most visitors come for, yet it costs an extra PHP 200 on top of everything else. Budget for it separately rather than assuming it is included.
What to Eat In and Around Skyranch Tagaytay
Inside the park, quick options include Potato Corner, Master Siomai, Turks shawarma, and Tender Juicy hotdog stands scattered near the ride areas. For a sit-down meal, Kenny Rogers Roasters and Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen are inside the gates, along with Kuya J for Filipino comfort food.
If you want a proper Tagaytay meal, use your re-entry stamp to step out. Tagaytay’s signature dish is Bulalo, a rich bone broth beef stew with corn and cabbage that is exactly right for the cool ridge air. Leslie’s Restaurant and Balay Dako are both near the park and serve it with caldera views. For a cheaper, more local experience, the Mahogany Market a few minutes west has dozens of stalls serving freshly butchered Bulalo at market prices.
Mushroom Burger is a short walk or quick tricycle ride west along the highway, worth stopping at for its mushroom-based burgers if you have never tried it. The full where to eat in Tagaytay guide is a solid reference for the wider ridge dining circuit.
Skyranch Tagaytay also pairs well with a broader itinerary. If you are planning to visit other parks around the Philippines, this amusement parks in the Philippines guide gives useful context for comparing options.
Frequently Asked Questions About Skyranch Tagaytay
1. What are the Skyranch Tagaytay opening hours?
On weekdays (Monday to Friday), the park opens at 10:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM. On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, it opens earlier at 8:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM. Always confirm hours directly with the park or through their official channels before traveling, as private bookings or maintenance can occasionally alter the schedule.
2. How much is the Skyranch Tagaytay entrance fee and ride-all-you-can pass?
General admission is PHP 120 per person (children 1 year and older; infants 11 months and below are free). The Ride-All-You-Can pass costs PHP 980 at the gate, but buying through platforms like Klook, SM Tickets, StarDeals, or MetroDeal brings the price down to roughly PHP 350 to 430. These are separate charges, so budget for both.
3. Which Skyranch Tagaytay rides have height restrictions for children?
Height restrictions vary by ride. Children 4.0 feet (approximately 122 cm) and above can ride independently on most thrill rides. The Log Coaster requires a minimum of 3.5 feet, while the Wonder Flight sets the floor at 3.0 feet. The Nessie Coaster and Bumper Cars allow children between 3.0 and 4.0 feet only with an accompanying adult who also has a valid ticket. Measure your child before arriving to avoid surprises at the ride entrance.
4. Can I bring outside food into Skyranch Tagaytay?
No. Outside food and beverages are strictly prohibited inside the park. There are multiple food stalls and restaurants within the grounds, including fast-service options like Potato Corner and Turks, and sit-down dining at Kenny Rogers Roasters and Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen. You can also exit the park temporarily using your re-entry wristband and receipt to eat at nearby Tagaytay restaurants before returning.
5. How do I get to Skyranch Tagaytay from Manila by public transport?
From PITX in Parañaque or the DLTB terminal near LRT Buendia in Pasay, take a bus bound for Nasugbu, Mendez, or Calatagan. Avoid Lemery-bound buses as they bypass the Tagaytay ridge via the STAR Tollway. Fares run PHP 110 to 200 each way. If your bus diverts onto Mahogany Avenue, exit at the Petron gas station and take a tricycle to the park for PHP 10 to 15. Alternatively, get off at the Tagaytay Rotunda and board a westbound jeepney to the park entrance.
Final Verdict: Is Skyranch Tagaytay Worth Visiting?
Skyranch Tagaytay earns a solid 4 out of 5Â for families and multi-generational groups who book the discounted RAYC pass in advance, factor in the separate Sky Eye ticket, and come on a weekday morning in the cooler months. The setting genuinely elevates the experience beyond what the rides alone would justify. If you are going for thrills only and comparing against full-scale theme parks, temper expectations, but for a day out with varied ages and a proper Tagaytay meal in between, it is hard to beat.
