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A Trip to Desaru, Malaysia, is perfect if you want to explore tropical areas during your free time. This area offers a variety of great things to explore, such as its beautiful coasts, delicious meals, and fresh tropical fruits. The information below helps you to understand this area well before exploring it.

Travel Tips for Desaru

What you need to know before traveling here

Getting Around Desaru

A guide to Desaru's local transportation

Shuttle Buses
Ferry

People can take a shuttle bus to go around the cities. Ensure that you know the shuttle bus schedules, the routes, and the shuttle bus locations to prevent getting lost.

Practical Tips for Desaru

Things to prepare and best way to visit

What Is the Weather Like Desaru?

Desaru has vibrant weather. As a tropical area, it is warm and has moderate rainfall. The temperature range in this area is 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. On the other hand, it is a little bit cold and wet during December because it is the rainy season in this place. Some travelers love to visit Desaru between April and October. The weather during these months is warm and not as hot as in June. It is characterized by sunny and dry weather, so people often spend time outside, such as in water activities or walking around.

What Are the Best Attractions in Desaru?

Desaru Coast People often spend their days on the Desaru Coast enjoying the spectacular scenery. Imagine sitting and enjoying the atmosphere with the South China Sea in the background. Marine life is another great attraction in this area. It is also a great location to sunbathe in Desaru. Mangrove Desaru Coast is not only popular because of its wonderful view but also the mangrove. That’s why most agencies are about to bring you to the Mangrove of Desaru Coast when joining a trip to Desaru, Malaysia. It is where you can meet the local fishermen and watch their daily activities. You can also taste some local meals in this area. Farm Tour Fruit lovers must visit Desaru because this area has some fruit farms. Imagine enjoying some popular tropical fruits directly from the farm, such as durian, mango, pineapple, and papaya. This area also offers an interesting agricultural gallery, vegetable garden, and herb farm.

What are the Must-Try Foods in Desaru?

Fresh Seafood Eating seafood is something you mustn’t miss when visiting Desaru. Try some popular seafood menus there, such as garlic butter lobster, fish head curry, lamb bulgogi, and Kam Heong crab. The magnificent scenery will make the seafood look even more delicious. Lobster The size of the lobster in this area is incredible! Plus, you will get fresh lobster from the coast near the restaurants. The taste of the fresh lobster is perfect, along with the complex and spicy ingredients. Chicken Rice No need to worry if you are not a seafood lover. Chicken rice is one of the best meal alternatives in this area. Most restaurants in Desaru serve chicken rice in Chinese cuisine style. The combination of the juicy chicken, strong spicy, and sticky rice will pamper your tongue.

Where Should I Stay in Desaru?

Areas near Desaru Coast are the best place to stay. You can easily find hotels with a variety of services and facilities. It helps you to find the most comfortable room to stay in based on your budget. The most important thing is that you will get the fantastic scenery of Desaru Coast only from the windows or balcony of the room. You can choose a hotel based on suitable criteria, such as kid-friendly, couple-friendly, family-friendly, pet-friendly, and more. Staying around Desaru Coast also makes getting to public areas, such as restaurants, museums, and others, accessible.

What Should I Know Before Visiting Desaru?

Remember to bring your swimsuit because doing water activities is a must when exploring Desaru. You must bring Malaysian Ringgit to buy meals or drinks at the street food stalls. Knowing this area's ferry or other public transportation is a must; otherwise, you will miss it and wait for the next schedule. Read the terms and conditions anytime you are visiting the beaches in Desaru. It keeps you safe while spending time doing water activities.

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