About Pulau Kukup Johor National Park
Pulau Kukup Johor National Park is an uninhabited mangrove island off the southwest coast of Johor near Kukup fishing village in Pontian District. Gazetted as a Johor National Park in 1997 and designated a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance in 2003, it covers about 647 hectares. Recognized as one of the world's largest uninhabited mangrove islands, it preserves intact mangrove forest, mudflats and diverse wildlife accessible via boardwalks and boat access.
Visitors guide
Visitors reach the island by boat from Kukup Terminal and explore via elevated boardwalks, a suspension bridge and an observation tower. The setting is entirely mangrove forest and intertidal mudflats with dense root systems, tidal channels and wildlife such as macaques, wild boars, mudskippers and migratory birds. Facilities include a visitor centre, information gallery and rest shelters. The experience is a guided nature walk and boat approach with no overnight accommodation on the island itself.
Key highlights
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One of the world's largest uninhabited mangrove islands
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Ramsar Wetland of International Importance designated in 2003
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Elevated boardwalk and suspension bridge through intact mangrove forest
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Observation tower for panoramic views of mangroves and Strait of Malacca
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Rich biodiversity including migratory birds, monkeys, wild boars and mudskippers
History of Pulau Kukup Johor National Park
Gazetted as Johor National Park on 27 March 1997 under the Johor National Parks Corporation Enactment and designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance on 31 January 2003 (Ramsar Site No. 1287), recognizing its undisturbed mangrove ecosystem
Culture & Context
Represents the traditional mangrove-dependent landscape adjacent to Kukup fishing village, a historic water village built on stilts, and serves as an important site for environmental education and conservation of Johor's coastal natural heritage
Route
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