Endau-Rompin Johor National Park
Covering an area of approximately 50,000 hectares of extensive flora and fauna, Endau Rompin is the second National Park declared in Malaysia. This park is home to the extinct Sumatran Rhinos, Primates e.g. the leaf monkey, the long-tail macaque and the white-handed gibbon. Other wild animals include tigers, leopards, elephants, and various types of deer and tapirs. There is also a variety of orchids, herbs, medicinal plants and trees.
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Gunung Ledang
Located at the Johor/Melaka border, Gunung Ledang is the highest mountain at 1,276m above sea level. It is one of the most climbed mountain in the country. Offering challenging trails, waterfalls, birdlife and also a variety of flora and fauna.
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Mount Pulai Recreational Forest
Located 45km to the north of Johor Bahru, the forest is suitable for family picnics, jungle trekking and one can also scale Gunung Pulai, 700m above sea level. In between ne can also catch a glimpse of wild animals such as deers, monkeys, and wild birds
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Tanjung Piai-Johor National Park
Located in the district of Pontian, Johor, this 926ha of National Park is a favorite spot for birdwatchers during the migratory season which falls around September and March. Visitors are able to enjoy a variety of flora and fauna e.g. mangrove crabs, beady-eyed mudskippers and crab-eating macaques.
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Sungai Lebam Wetlands
Sungai Lebam Wetlands flows with the rising tide of the South China Sea. When the tide is in, one can catch sea bass, groupers, snappers and sting rays. Visitors will definitely be awed with the spectacular view of fireflies near the Berembang trees when millions of these fascinating insects light up the river.
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Sebana Cove
An internationally acclaimed tourist spot, Sebana Golf and Marina Resort boasts of an international gateway for yachts and boats from all over the world and remains as one of the world’s most well known stopping point. From the year 1997, the 18-hole, 6,450 metres golf course was rated top five in the Southern region by Asian Golfer Review
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Danga Bay
Located beside 25km shoreline and spreading 1,8000 acres of land, Danga Bay has world-class infrastructures and facilities
Some of the attractions here are Festive Street Mall, Danga Park Cultural Centre, Danga City Mall, Danga World Petting Zoo, Danga Cruise 8
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Tropical Village
A theme park by nature, it also has replicas of world’s famous structures. Comprising of four sections - Landmarks, Leisure Corner, Playground and Agricultural Enclosure, this village is a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
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The Johor Racing Circuit
Acclaimed world-class venue for international racing events, the circuit boasts 12 challenging corners for the racers to test their skills and is also open to public to be able to taste high-speed adventure.
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Ayer Hitam Animal Husbandry
With the sole intention of creating modern farming in Malaysia, this centre offers a variety of activities such as horseback riding, fishing and camping. A veterinary museum located in its premises offers visitors more information. There is also a chalet facility for those who want to enjoy the surrounding
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Labis Hot Spring
Believed to have medical values to it, hot springs are a favourite spot for all ages who come to have a dip or just laze around. Visitors are also able to go hiking or picnicking here.
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Rawa Island
For the water sport lovers, this is the place to be as you can go snorkelling, skin and scuba diving, spear fishing and lobster hunting here. Rather than modern amneties, you will be welcomed by wooden chalets to give you a homely, village feel.
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Desaru Beach
Desaru also known as ‘Village of Casuarinas’ is located 98km north east of Johor Bahru and stretches for twenty-five kilometers. It is touted as the most popular beach in Johor as it offers a variety of activities for the whole family. This includes swimming, fishing for the picnickers and for the more adventurous, they can try their hand in snorkelling, canoeing, horse riding, jungle trekking, go-carting, golfing and windsurfing
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Sibu Island
Another island that has been gazetted as a marine park, this island is located 12km from mainland Johor. If you need a serene getaway, then this island awaits you. The coral reef encircling the island is home to many colourful and exotic fish and other marine life. Scuba divers and snorkellers will find this a suitable spot
