Lebam River, Kota Tinggi

15 March - Thursday

My father took me, my family & my 2 nephews to Lebam river this morning.
We took a short boat trip to the boathouse looking for some fresh snappers or groupers. We ended up with 4 snappers, 1 big grouper (2.5kg) and a bonus...3 kg of crabs.

Here, some of the attractions at Sg Lebam (courtesy of www.impression.com.my):

RIVER FISHING
Hook, line and sinker, and of course, some bait is all you need for our River Fishing experience on Johor’s picturesque Sungai Lebam. A coastal tidal river that flows with the rising tide of the South China Sea thus bringing marine habitats of sea bass, groupers, snappers and sting rays.All equipment will be provided. Your catch of the day can be served for dinner. However, we do encourage the release of inedible fish and fishes less than 8 inches long to protect and preserve our environment.


FIREFLIES EXPERIENCE http://travel.tourism.gov.my/consumer/destinations/item.asp?item=firelies
The elusive fire-fly that once buzzed in vast numbers within the forest and jungles of Asia is now a dying breed with urbanization and destruction of our natural flora and fauna. However, due to strict forest management by Johor’s environmental agency, a wetland reserve of Desaru’s Berembang trees is home to millions of these fascinating insects that lights up the Lebam River. A truly unforgettable experience.


RIVER CRUISE
Take a relaxing boat cruise along the Sungai Lebam tidal river that connects to the South China Sea.
Cruise on a constantly mirror-flat sea to explore the wonders of the mangroves, observe wild monkeys in their natural habitats and birds of the forest & sea. Reflect on the picturesque scenery of nature’s rich and unspoiled flora and fauna.