Batu Layar beach is situated about 70km from Kota Tinggi town and 115km from Johor Bahru. From Johor Bahru, head towards Kota Tinggi, driving for about 47km before turning left near the Petronas gas station. Then drive on for another 5km until you reach a round about and turn right (3 o'clock). Drive on for about 16km you will reach a junction. Take a left at this junction and proceed for another 2km and you will reach Batu Layar beach.
Batu Layar Beach
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Visitors could swim, engage in beach activities, or visit the Malay kampung or simply laze away, while being massaged by the cool coastal breeze."
Batu Layar is a fairly secluded beach located quite close to Desaru, within the district of Kota Tinggi. Batu Layar beach is a nice quiet spot where you can indulge in a cosy picnic, go for a quick swim or enjoy a good game of beach volleyball. Relatively rocky in certain areas, the protruding rocks found around Batu Layar beach creates an interesting and picturesque backdrop to your holiday photos. You can visit the Malay kampung nearby or simply laze away, lulled into a quick nap by the cool coastal breeze.
There is one resort offering accommodations, including A-frame chalets, dormitory, meeting facilities and a restaurant. Barbeque and campsite facilities are also available here. Rest shades are provided at the beach. For more information, please contact the Johor Tourist Information Centre at 607-2234935, 2249960.
Getting its name from a `village of casuarinas or palms`, Desaru in Johor has a stretch of about 25KM of white, sandy beach and lush tropical greenery.
Located five kilometres north of Desaru, this museum was developed by the South Johor Development Authority (KEJORA), as part of its development project in the fishing village of Tanjung Balau. Fishing has been a major economic source for the seafarers of Kota Tinggi district since long ago and the abundance of it found in the South China Sea has supported them for generations.
A favourite among locals, this tall, cool waterfall with its pristine recreational forests and good jungle tracks, is just one of the many attractions of Kota Tinggi.
The Desaru Fruit Farm is planted with many different types of tropical fruits. Their experienced guides will give talks on the different plants and show you around the farm in a leisurely bullock-cart ride or in your own vehicle.
This river that supports several fishing villages is worth a visit, not only for its great seafood but also to experience what life is like in a slow-paced fishing community.
The Desaru Fruit Farm is planted with many different types of tropical fruits. Their experienced guides will give talks on the different plants and show you around the farm in a leisurely bullock-cart ride or in your own vehicle.
Visitors have an opportunity to come up close to these majestic, tutu-totting bird ballerinas at the Ostrich Farm. The 500-odd ostriches thrive in this environment that is close to their natural habitat in the wilds.
"Beach is not suitable for swimming. The rocky outlay is interesting and the surf powerful and raging loud. Highly recommended. Those staying in nearby Desaru and drive can come here easily."
"what a great place.." by my
"what a great moment spend time wif my husband there..." by mai
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Desaru is known as Johor’s best kept secret, as it is a shielded stretch of beach that is away from the bustling Johor Bharu city, thus making it quite and secluded from the public on most days.
