About Sungai Sedili Besar Wetlands
Sungai Sedili Besar Wetlands is a riverine wetland system along the Sedili Besar River in Kota Tinggi District, Johor, near Tanjung Sedili on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The area comprises mangrove forests, mudflats, peat swamp and estuarine habitats. It is notable for its biodiversity, migratory birds, and traditional fishing villages, and forms part of Johor's important east-coast wetland ecosystem.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a natural river and estuary landscape dominated by mangroves, tidal channels and wetland vegetation along Sungai Sedili Besar. The area is largely undeveloped with fishing jetties, small villages and boat access points. Visitors can observe birdlife, mangrove ecology and river scenery, and explore by boat or from riverbanks. Facilities are limited and the experience is nature-based and tranquil.
Key highlights
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Extensive mangrove and estuarine wetland ecosystem along Sungai Sedili Besar
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Birdwatching opportunities including migratory and resident waterbirds
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Scenic river and estuary views near Tanjung Sedili
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Traditional fishing villages and jetty areas along the river
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Boat-based sightseeing of mangrove channels and mudflats
Route
| By road | Accessible by road from Kota Tinggi town via Jalan Kota Tinggi - Tanjung Sedili (Jalan Sedili Besar) eastwards to Sedili Besar and Tanjung Sedili area |
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| Nearest airport | Senai International Airport |