If you are in search of sun-kissed shores and exciting adventures for a holiday, then Desaru Beach in Malaysia is the place to go. If it’s going to be your first time here, then the below insights will come in handy.

Image via Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

 Best Time to Visit

The optimal time to visit this part of the country would be June to August which is the peak season with the best weather for activities and unforgettable stays at Desaru Beach-based luxury resorts in Malaysia. If you seek to visit when there are fewer people, head here between April and May or September and October. The monsoon season arrives from November to February and though it brings rains, you will still get times where you can soak up the sun and go exploring.

Accommodation

The ideal choice would be to stay at a beachside property the likes of Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas so you can begin and end your day amidst the soothing sights and sounds of the ocean. Choose a resort which offers spacious pool villas as well as clubs for kids and teens which is perfect for families. A suitable property should have eclectic dining options, exciting activities, and a holistic spa when one is looking to enjoy some much-deserved pampering!

 Key Attractions

There are many diverse attractions in Desaru so plan your itinerary ahead. For families, the Adventure Waterpark which features exciting rides, slides and other attractions is not to be missed, while the Desaru Fruit Farm offers lots to discover for young and old alike as well. For animal encounters, you can head to the Desaru Ostrich Farm or the Teluk Sengat Crocodile Farm; also popular is The Els Club Desaru Coast with two stunning golf courses and the Firefly Valley Leisure Park where you can go on a boat cruise to see fireflies amidst the night sky.

 Things to Do

Due to its coastal location, Desaru Beach provides lots of fun in the sun, sand and surf; you can build sandcastles, play beach volleyball and enjoy seasonal water sports like stand-up paddleboarding, Hobie Cat sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing. You can also go on a cruise along the Sedili River or amidst the mangroves of the Belungkor Forest and engage in some birdwatching too. Ideally, stay at a resort which offers complimentary bicycles for pedal-powered adventures, cooking classes and movie screenings under the stars!