Top 4 water & beach things to do in Johor Bahru

1. Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark ticket

Full-day access to Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark — enjoy rides, pools, and a lazy river in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

2. Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour

Two-hour cruise in Puteri Harbour — enjoy the scenery and spot local wildlife, with food allowed on board.

“This was an incredible experience from beginning to end. The karaoke on board added so much fun and made it a memorable outing for our family. The captain was exceptionally friendly and considerate, even pausing the boat for us to capture beautiful family photos, which we greatly appreciated. This personal touch made the experience feel unique and special. Everything was organized, laid-back, and enjoyable. A big thank you to Captain Loco for making our trip unforgettable. We highly recommend this and would definitely do it again.”— nuriffasyahiram

3. Firefly cruise through Johor's mangroves

Two hours by boat in the Sungai Lebam River—cruise past a fishing village, then watch fireflies light up the mangroves at dusk with an expert guide.

“The river cruise with JungleWalla Desaru was exceptional; my entire family enjoyed it thoroughly. They were very accommodating when it rained, allowing us to reschedule for the following day. I highly recommend Mr. Alif as a guide; he's friendly and knowledgeable about the environment and wildlife along the river, sharing a wealth of information during the cruise. I strongly encourage anyone interested to take this tour.”— y0hk

4. Desaru Beach tide pool exploration with naturalists

Two hours on foot with professional naturalists — explore Desaru's intertidal zone and discover creatures like sand bubbler crabs and moon snails.

“I had an incredible time with Salam, who was very patient in answering all our questions. He also spotted various sea creatures to share and kept my 5-year-old thoroughly engaged. It's a great experience for both kids and adults.”— serenet255