The Best Island Near Johor That suitable For Sightseeing

1. Pulau Besar Johor Island

Pulau Besar is the largest island in Mersing. There are many beautiful myths and fables circulating here. The most famous is the sorrowful story of the beautiful bride becoming a “mermaid”. Very good place for sightseeing.

• Boat trip: Depart from Mersing Jetty for about 25-30 minutes.
• Activities: snorkeling, diving, beach volleyball, forest trekking, sea fishing, round-the-island tours, etc.
• Accommodation: Aseania Resort, Mirage Island Resort and D’coconut Resort (there are only 3 on the island)

Pro tips:

• Asenia Resort is a high end accommodation, but the price is similar with the other two resorts. Of course, the characteristics of each holiday home are different, depending on what type you like.
• This island is suitable for small families or couples who like serenity and don’t like to be disturbed.

2. Pulau Dayang Johor Island

The island has crystal clear waters and an amazing number of marine life, which has attracted many diving enthusiasts for sightseeing. The island was pristine due to its remote location.

• Boat trip: Depart from Mersing Jetty for about 2-3 hours.
• Activities: Diving, snorkeling, forest trekking, fishing, round-the-island tours, etc.
• Accommodation: Dayang Blues Hotel

Tips:

• If the waves are violent, it will take longer to reach the destination.
• The stars at night are very beautiful when the weather is good, and you can watch them with binoculars.

3. Pulau Aur Johor Island

Pulau Aur is one of the best diving destinations for sightseeing in the Johor with excellent visibility. The highest box office in the history of Malaysian movies, “The Journey” has also come to the seaside to take pictures.

• Boat trip: Depart from Mersing Jetty for about 2-3 hours.
• Activities: snorkeling, diving, forest trekking,
•  fishing, round-the-island tours, etc.
• Accommodation: Bluewater Holidays Resort, Atlantis Bay Resort & Sebukang Bay Resort

Tips:

• There is a very special stone on the island, as if the Lego is built at the highest point. The process of climbing requires special care.
• There are ships on the bottom of the sea that have sunk into the seabed more than 20 years ago. Now the ship has become the home of corals and fish. Ask the captain if you can take you there for diving or snorkeling.

4. Pulau Rawa Johor Island

Pulau Rawa is a private island, and its owner is the Sultan of Johor, which is why there is not a lot of commercial development. The island’s landmark – two small “waterslides” is something you must play!

• Boat trip: Depart from Mersing Jetty for about 25-30 minutes.
• Activities: diving, snorkeling, forest trekking, beach volleyball, sea fishing, boating, tour around the island, exploring rocks and caves.
• Accommodation: Rawang Safari Island Resort and Alangs Rawa Resort. (There are only two on the island)

Pro tip:

Rawang Safari Island Resort is suitable for laid back tourists, while Alangs Rawa Resort is suitable for visitors who want to adventure. As for the price, the former will be higher than the latter.

5. Pulau Sibu

Although this Sibu Island has the same name as the Sibu of Sarawak, the location is different by a hundred thousand miles. The island is full of lush tropical plants; when the sun sets, the entire beach is golden and particularly charming.

• Boat trip: Depart from Mersing Tanjung Leman Jetty for about 30 minutes of ride.
• Activities: diving, snorkeling, forest trekking, sea fishing, windsurfing, etc.
• Accommodation: Sea Gypsy Village Resort, Sari Pacifica Resorts & Spa, Sibu Coconut Village Resort, Rimba Island Resort, Twin Beach Resort, etc.

Pro Tips:

• Twin Beach Resort offers a panoramic view of the sunrise and sunset.
• Freshly picked coconut water can be enjoyed near Sea Gypsy Village Resort.

How to Spend your Leisure Time for sightseeing with our private taxi service

We provides a private taxi as your sightseeing transport to JB because it is very convenient and comfortable. Check out our affordable price here! Travel from Singapore to Johor Bahru now to enjoy your day with our private taxi service. What are you waiting for? Let’s book now with hassle free private taxi Johor Bahru service from JB2SG!

Contact by Phone/Whatsapp: 012-7883383
Contact by Email: kenny@smartouch.com.sg

If you are looking for private taxi to jb or taxi to sg or transport to jb, don’t hesitate to contact us for your transportation from singapore to jb/singapore to johor/johor bahru to singapore. What are you waiting for? Let’s go to Johor Bahru today with hassle free private taxi Johor Bahru service from JB2SG!

More Attractions :

Related Article: