So for all of you who have been catching up on the news, you probably know that Johor Bahru (JB) is open for travel!
It’s so convenient that I can easily catch the bus and enjoy a fun day trip overseas!
But going to JB for a while will be boring.
Come to think of it, city life there is so similar to life in Singapore. Apart from everything being cheaper, there really isn’t much of a difference there.
With that in mind, have any of you heard of Desaru?
Apparently, a direct ferry service from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal is coming soon!
Want to catch a glimpse of this interesting new place that you haven’t seen on your travels yet?
Let’s see what Desaru has to offer tourists!
TL;DR: Fun Activities in Desaru
1. Dive into Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park
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If you like spending a day around the wave pools and water slides, then you can’t miss Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park.
Some of the great attractions at this water park include one of the largest wave pools in the world and a roller coaster that ends with a big splash!
In addition, the water park has several attractions for people of all ages.
There’s something for everyone when you’re there for the day!
Best of all, despite being bigger and having more attractions than the water parks in Singapore, the ticket prices are almost the same.
Don’t forget to grab your ticket when you travel to Desaru!
2. Enjoy the sun, sand and sea
Desaru is a beautiful seaside town overlooking the South China Sea.
So it makes sense that you want to enjoy the best they have to offer.
What better way than to have a pleasant trip to Desaru Beach?
For those looking to unwind from Singapore’s fast-paced lifestyle, you can enjoy a day in the sun or have a wonderful picnic with all the delicious food that can fit in a basket!
As for the adrenaline junkies, did I mention there are a lot of water activities you can try when you’re at the beautiful seaside?
Regardless of the experience, you’re going to have some fun while you’re out on the beach in Desaru!
3. Visit the Tanjung Balau Fishermen’s Museum
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As a coastal city, Desaru has its own history.
Located in the ruins of a former fishing village, you can marvel at all the interesting artifacts in the museum, each with its own story.
Go back in time to see the tools fishermen used to use and learn about the superstitions they believed in.
Attracted by the beauty of the sea?
Feel free to check out their ocean gallery to learn more about how fishermen navigate the storm.
In fact, the museum even has a gallery dedicated to showcasing shipwrecks!
Sign up for a history class while you’re away on vacation!
4. Enjoy an affordable seafood meal
All the talk of going to the coast is sure to whet the appetite!
Close to where fresh seafood is caught, you can visit so many seafood restaurants.
So choose a menu and order all the delicious seafood you can enjoy with your fellow travelers.
Since you are in Malaysia, seafood prices there are definitely cheaper than restaurants in Singapore!
Take this opportunity to treat yourself to a satisfying meal without the fear of seeing the big numbers on your receipt!
5. Go to Desaru’s Animal Farm
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Animal lovers will love a trip to Desaru’s Animal Farm!
A trip to Teluk Sengat Crocodile Farm will be a jaw-dropping experience, home to over 1,000 of these large and ferocious reptiles.
If you’re lucky, you might be able to hold a crocodile egg in your hand and even interact with the cute baby crocodile!
Don’t forget Desaru Ostrich Farm, one of the largest ostrich farms in Malaysia!
Get up close and personal with large flightless birds. You can even ride or feed these lovely creatures for an extra fee.
Don’t miss the chance to get up close and personal with these animals that are not usually seen in Singapore!
6. Tour Desaru Fruit Farm by ATV
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When you’re out and about in the hot tropical weather, it’s refreshing to enjoy delicious tropical fruits!
Ride an ATV around Desaru Fruit Farm and learn how all the different fruits are grown.
You can even choose some of them!
Don’t forget to indulge in their free-flow tropical fruit buffet, where you can taste the different types of fruit they have to offer from the hundred grown there!
Other fun activities at Desaru Fruit Farm include paintballing or feeding cute animals at their petting zoo!
If you visit Desaru, be sure to sign up for the Fruit Farm Tour!
Also read: What to do this weekend (April 22-24)
This article first appeared in Seed.
