One even received “2000 FIABCI Prix d’ Excellence Award” for Leisure Property Category. It has been ranked as one of the world’s top 50 golf resorts.

Johor has thirty (30) golf clubs. There are clubs in every district except Mersing. Johor Bahru itself has thirteen clubs. The clubs are easily accessible and courses offer challenges for everyone from the lowest handicapper to the casual player or the professional.

If you enjoy or prefer golfing in the cool evening under the moon and stars then you can opt for night golfing at selected courses. Some clubhouses feature many cosy dining areas, outdoor pools, perfect for weddings, tournaments and corporate meetings. Players can play and enjoy the serenity and stay in luxury accommodations.

Surrounded by water on three sides Johor is a heaven for water sports and leisure such as windsurfing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and different forms of fishing including deep-sea fishing and game fishing. Fishing in rivers, estuaries, and coasts is both a sport and a leisure pursuit. To exploit this asset to its fullest, there are various levels of fishing competition. The annual state level fishing competition, GP Joran attracts many oversea participants and not to mention avid anglers from all over the country too.

The state has a motor racing circuit in Pasir Gudang, the site for various international events. Johor is host to several international acclaimed sporting events that include the prestigious U.l.M. Formula 1 powerboat Championship. Pasir Gudang International Kite Festival, Mount Ledang Climbathon, 2^nd Link Bridge Run and Desaru Triathlon.
 

The locals and visitors enjoy bird watching, horseback riding, gokarting, biking, jungle trekking and other sports and leisure activities.