Joanna James
Desaru must definitely make it to your travel bucket list, especially if you consider yourself a lover of the beach. The turquoise blue waters are as tempting as it gets! Here are five different attractions around Desaru coast you can add to your itinerary.
If you're a fan of water parks, then the Adventure Waterpark is a must for you to visit. With a sheer number of fun rides such as the 'Krakens Revenge', 'Wild Whirl' and the 'Super Twister' and so much more – your day here is sure to be as adventurous as ever. Kids are also provided with a number of activities in their own area within the water park. There are also children-safe slides so that your kids can also be a part of the fun here! The tidal wave and artificial beach are ideal for some family time. Bring out the inner child in you at this fun park!
You must make a visit to the Desaru Fruit Farm, an award-winning tropical fruit land in Malaysia. Snapping an area of 100 acres, you'll find a whopping 120 species of tropical fruits – both seasonal and non-seasonal fruits. Before you embark on the greenery walk, you must stop by at the Desaru Fruit Farm and fill your tummy with freshly plucked fruits from the farm itself! Apart from the fruits, there is also a mini petting zoo consisting of ducks, monkeys, rabbits for some extra fun! You can also drop by and feed the Koi Fish found in the Ornamental Koi fish pond, where hundreds of Koi fish are kept.
Walking distance from Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, one of the many renowned beach resorts in Malaysia, Desaru beach is a rather famous spot for locals and tourists alike. Widely regarded as one of the best beaches in Johor, you're unlikely to get sick of the blue ocean that lay before you. There are plenty of activities available for all types and ages of people.
Are you fond of animals? A visit to the Desaru Ostrich Farm is a must-visit. This farm boasts over 100 ostriches and you're given the rare opportunity of getting up close to these majestic creatures. An ostrich caretaker also becomes your personal tour guide throughout the farm, giving you interesting information and facts on ostriches. Visit the souvenir counter to take something back home in order to remember this important day!
Here's your chance to get up close to prehistoric beasts at Teluk Sengat Crocodile Farm. This farm is run by a crocodile hunter, Mr Ng – a third-generation crocodile farmer. You'll find over 1000 crocodiles in his farm, including a 130 – year-old crocodile passed on by his grandfather. The species of crocodile here are the Saltwater Crocodiles (Crocodylus Porosus). You're sure to leave the farm with more information and interest insight on crocodiles than when you entered!
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