Air Papan is a secluded sleepy seaside area with a 3 km long beach set in between the hills about 15 km north of Mersing, Johor, Malaysia. The hills sport a variety of flora and trees. As you drive in from the main road you pass a number of rice paddies where one can see egrets feeding on the water-life such as frogs and small fishes.
Other than a few properties and a mosque in the village beach-side area the remainder are dotted around the area. There are a number of home-stay and resort hotels in the area, some with swimming pools and facilities. Many advertise facilities such as BBQ pits, karaoke rooms, fishing rod and cycling and snorkelling equipment. There are also Beach Chalets, with air-con, a few meters from the beach and which can be hired at reasonable rates.
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Getting there
FROM SINGAPORE
Catch a bus (Transnasional ) at Lavender Street (bus fare is approximately S$ 21.00) that leaves daily at 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM and travel straight to Mersing. You can call our resort for complimentary pick-up from Mersing town to Fishing Bay Resort or take a taxi from Arab Street to the bus terminal in Larkin, Johor Bahru and take another taxi to Fishing Bay Resort, Teluk Buih, Air Papan, Mersing.
FROM JOHOR BAHRU
Public transports are easily available at the bus and taxi terminals in Larkin, Johor Bahru. Mersing is about 130 km from Johor Bahru and less than two hours drive to the north east. We are situated at approximately 15 km north of Mersing town near Air Papan.
Fishing Bay Resort is 15 km north of Mersing town near Air Papan. It is just a 2 ½-hour drive from Singapore. This scenic resort in Malaysia lies secluded between two hills in Teluk Buih Beach, also known as Bubble Bay. Tioman Island – a popular destination for foreigners and locals alike – is a mere 45 minutes away from this lovely resort.
This resort boasts a total of 28 beachfront chalets on 4 acres of land. It offers a breathtaking island ambience that is hard to find in today’s busy world. All guest rooms offer an unobstructed view of the calming waters. Even better, all guest accommodations are fitted with modern amenities to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.