🏖️ Sandy beaches, fruit picking, and coastal fun — Johor’s top spot for nature-loving families!
Desaru is Johor’s most popular coastal destination for family getaways.
Just 1.5 hours from Johor Bahru city, it’s packed with family-friendly beaches, fruit farms, water parks, and resorts — perfect for a refreshing day trip or weekend escape with kids aged 3–12.
📍 Location: Jalan Pantai 1, Bandar Penawar
👶 Suitable for: All ages
🌊 Highlights: Sandcastle building, seashell hunting, beach walks
💡 Parent tip: Bring sun hats, beach toys & sunscreen; rinse showers available nearby
📍 Location: Jalan Danau
🎯 Recommended for: Ages 4+
🛝 Features: Giant wave pool, toddler splash zone, water slides
💧 Swimwear required; bring floaties for younger kids
📍 Inside Desaru Coast area
🐟 Specialties: Seafood platters, rice sets, kids' meals
🌤 Open-air seating with sea view — relaxing & breezy
📍 Inside fruit farm compound
🍹 Menu: Fresh juices, local meals, tropical fruit platters
💬 Best paired with farm visit in the afternoon
📍 Location: Jalan Desaru
🎯 Suitable for: Ages 3+
🍉 Highlights: Guided fruit tour, picking experience, mini zoo with goats, rabbits, fish feeding
🐝 Bonus: Learn about honey harvesting, composting, or join hands-on workshops
💡 Tickets available online or at the farm; combo sets include fruit juice + samples
💬 “My kids loved feeding the goats and trying rambutans straight from the tree!”
🎸 Room themes, family pool, water play area
🎮 Kids club, evening shows, play zones
🧒 Calm, clean, family-oriented
🍽️ Child-friendly breakfast, baby amenities, kids’ splash pool
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| 9:00–11:30 AM | Beach time or Waterpark adventure |
| 12:00–1:30 PM | Lunch at Nelayan Seafood |
| 2:00–4:30 PM | Desaru Fruit Farm tour & play |
| Overnight | Optional stay at family resort |
📍 Desaru is the perfect coastal destination for Johor families —
blending fun, learning, and nature into one relaxing day by the sea 🌴
👉 Browse more Johor Family Travel Guides at: https://www.hiparents.com.my
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