Surfing at Desaru, Johor, Malaysia
Johor, Malaysia·Beach break

Surf Lessons in Desaru

Desaru is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Flat

4s period

Wind

6 kph

N

Water Temp

30°C

Warm — boardshorts OK

Surf Rating

4.5/10

Challenging today

Surfing at Desaru

We don't have instructors listed at Desaru yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.

Best tide

low, mid

Best wind

East, Northeast

Best swell

West, Southwest, South

About surfing in Desaru

Desaru is a beach break located in Johor, Malaysia. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.

Desaru is a beginner-friendly beach break located in Johor, Malaysia. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on West and Southwest swells with East/Northeast offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.

What to bring

The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.

Know before you go — Desaru

Here's what you should know about surfing at Desaru — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Desaru is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: East, Northeast
  • Swell: West, Southwest, South
See today's forecast

When to go

Desaru has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 30°C.

Ready to try Desaru?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Desaru, Johor, Malaysia? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Johor is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Desaru, Johor, Malaysia? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Johor es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.