The town of Desaru, located in Johor, Malaysia is well renowned for its exquisite beach by the South China Sea. This ideal leisure destination is a crowd favourite for tourists who seek peace in the outskirts of the unusual Malaysian towns. A trip to Desaru will not be complete without visiting some of these famous tourist attractions.

The Ostrich Farm

Located less than half an hour away from Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, the Desaru Ostrich Farm should be one of the top activities on your checklist during a vacation at a Desaru resort. Get close and personal with over 100 ostriches, accompanied by a personal tour guide who will fill you in with all ostrich-related information, while also shopping for pieces of arts and crafts sold as souvenirs.

Chongkian, Desaru Ostrich Farm, CC BY-SA 4.0

The Lights of the Fireflies

When did you last traverse through a lane of fireflies? The Johor Kota Tinggi river, an unusual breeding ground for fireflies invites you to float under a starlit night as thousands of fireflies pass you by. Tourists can book their firefly tours on the website, ‘Kota Tinggi Firefly Park’ for a fun-filled cruise through the river while the fireflies dance by the banks in glee.

Desaru Fruit Farm

Explore 180 acres of tropical Fruitland at the Desaru Fruit Farm. Tour a land overflowing in natural and tropical fruits while learning the agricultural aspects of the farm. The guided tour includes visits to the herb and vegetable garden, fishpond and the agricultural gallery, while children can visit the petting zoo. The package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner to keep you intact for the day.

Splashing Fun at the Water Park

The Adventure Water Park in Desaru Coast, Malaysia is indeed a family affair of splashing fun. It is also home to the first-ever water coaster in the region along with one of the world’s largest wave pools. Offering over 20 wet and dry rides to its visitors, the Adventure Park is filled with excitement for children and adults alike, offering dining intermissions at their cafes and juice bars.