Desaru

Desaru, the popular beach resort, is located on the eastern tip of the peninsula. Its clean sandy beaches with a lush tropical forest that goes for about 25 kilometres has made it a favorite spot for holiday-makers both local and foreign. To meet with the demand, there are many resorts and hotels here that cater to a variety of budget.

Its casuarina trees-lined beach and clean water has made many water sporting activities such as snorkeling, fishing, boating and canoeing possible. If you're not into that, you can also opt for horseback riding, tennis, golfing, or jungle trekking.

The sands on the beach is also unique, as it is rather grayish in color and the depth of the seabed from the beach is relatively shallow although you are 50 metres into the sea. However, without a doubt, Desaru has one of the best beaches in mainland Johor.

If time permits, do pay a visit to Tanjung Pengelih where the relics from World War II is kept. You can also view the historical artifacts from the Malay Johor Riau Empire at Johor Lama.