Pasir Gudang

Pasir Gudang is a city in Johor, Malaysia. Generally industrial in nature, Pasir Gudang holds a colourful kite festival in February, and the local track circuit is a favourite spot for gearheads in Johor. The Tanjung Puteri golf course is also one of the largest courses in the state.

Understand

The name Pasir Gudang originated from the existence of a sand mine at Kampung Ulu. Sand or 'pasir' in Malay was stocked in sand pits or 'gudang', to be exported to Singapore, hence the name 'Pasir Gudang'.

Other than sand, the areas surrounding Pasir Gudang were mainly used by plantation owners to grow catechu and black pepper, along with pineapples. Upon the introduction of rubber to Malaysia, large estates around Plentong were opened by British and Singaporean cultivators. During the 1970s, the state government took over former plantation estates, converting them into industrial and housing areas and cementing Pasir Gudang as a hub for heavy industry. The mass of chemical factories means that the air quality sometimes worsens noticeably, taking on a hint of burning plastic. It is also an important port city serving Johor Bahru, together with Tanjung Pelepas to the west.

It was home to 47,000 people in 2010.

Get in

By plane

The city does not have its own airport. The nearest airport is the Senai International Airport (JHB IATA) in Senai.

By car

From JB, follow the signs north towards Kota Tinggi and make a right turn off to Pasir Gudang where signposted, then you can't go much wrong following the major Lebuhraya Pasir Gudang (Federal Route 17). Alternatively, take the JB East Coast Highway, which will pass by Permas Jaya.

By bus

Bus fees should cost about RM3-5 from Johor Bahru city centre. Ask for 'Bandaraya Johor Bahru' should there be any difficulty in getting back to the main city.

  • Pasir Gudang: Maju bus 224 travels between Larkin Bus Terminal and Pasir Gudang, passing by Plaza Pelangi, Tebrau City and Johor Jaya.
  • Masai: Maju buses 39, 200 and 208 run from Larkin to JB city centre to Masai. Transit Link 133 and 133A start from Masai, making a loop to JB then returning to Masai. Causeway Link 9B from JB also stops at Masai Bus Terminal.

By boat

Pasir Gudang houses the 🌍 Pasir Gudang Passenger Terminal. Ferry services depart to/from Batam, Indonesia.

Get around

Public transportation terminals

Bus and taxi terminals in the city are:

  • 🌍 Masai Bus and Taxi Terminal (Terminal Bas dan Teksi Masai). in Masai. (updated Jun 2020)
  • 🌍 Pasir Gudang Bus and Taxi Terminal (Terminal Bas dan Teksi Pasir Gudang). in Pasir Gudang city center. (updated Jun 2020)

See
  • 🌍 Kite Museum (Muzium Layang-Layang), Bukit Layang-Layang. 9AM-5PM. Kites, also known as wau. Displays both traditional and modern kite collections. RM3. 
  • 🌍 Sarang Buaya, Kawasan Perindustrian Tanjung Langsat, ☏ +6072517208, . 9AM-4:30PM. Crocodile farm. (updated Oct 2020)
  • 🌍 Senibong Cove, Masai, 81750. Waterfront area with yacht docking and restaurant rows. (updated Nov 2019)
  • 🌍 Sungai Johor Bridge (Jambatan Sungai Johor), Lebuhraya Senai-Desaru. A big and long landmark bridge connecting Pasir Gudang and Kota Tinggi District over Johor River. (updated Apr 2018)

Nature
  • 🌍 Binary Park (Taman Binary), Bandar Baru Seri Alam 81750. Park. (updated Apr 2018)
  • 🌍 Bukit Layang-Layang, Kawasan Perindustrian Pasir Gudang. A vast grass park equipped with amphitheater, gardens, jogging track and museum. Suitable to play kites or any activity in an open space. (updated Mar 2018)
  • 🌍 Johor Agricultural Park (Taman Pertanian Johor), Jalan Kong Kong, 81700 Masai, ☏ +6072666707, . Recreational agricultural farm. (updated Feb 2022)
  • 🌍 Sungai Buluh Recreational Park (Laman Rekreasi Sungai Buluh). Park with rows of eateries, jogging track, amphitheater, children's playground and river. (updated Sep 2021)
  • 🌍 Taman Seri Alam Lake Garden (Taman Tasik Taman Seri Alam), Bandar Baru Seri Alam, 81750 Masai. Park surrounding a lake with walking path crossing the center of the lake and children playground. (updated Oct 2020)
  • 🌍 Tanjung Langsat Mangrove Recreational Park (Taman Rekreasi Bakau Tanjung Langsat), Kawasan Perindustrian Tanjung Langsat. Mangrove park. (updated Oct 2021)
  • 🌍 Tun Jeanne Abdullah Lake Park (Taman Tasik Tun Jeanne Abdullah), Persiaran Seri Alam, Bandar Baru Seri Alam, 81750 Masai. Park with two big lakes at its center, walking path and juggle trekking. (updated Oct 2020)

Do

Sports

Fishing

Music
  • 🌍 Gama Rock House JDT, No. 23, Jalan Cempedak 2, Taman Kota Masai, ☏ +601118915162. Concert venue for those rock music lovers with scheduled concerts on local or international rock bands. (updated Jun 2020)
  • 🌍 The Rockin Jamz Hall, 152/02, Jalan Sierra Perdana 4/1, Taman Sierra Perdana, Masai. Concert venue for those heavy metal music lovers with scheduled concerts on local or international heavy metal bands. (updated Jun 2020)

Others

Buy
  • 🌍 Econsave Pasir Gudang, No. 2, Jalan Rusa, Taman Scientex, Pasir Gudang, 81700, ☏ +6072891562. 8AM-10:30PM. Supermarket. (updated Nov 2020)
  • 🌍 KiPMall Masai, Jalan Persiaran Dahlia 2, Taman Bukit Dahlia, 81700, ☏ +60137043433. 10:30AM-10:00PM. Supermarket with Jalan Jalan Japan shop, a shop specialized in cheap second hand Japanese products. (updated Sep 2021)
  • Kompleks Pusat Bandar Pasir Gudang. Fairly standard shopping mall. 
  • 🌍 Mydin Mall Taman Rinting, Jalan Rinting, Taman Rinting, 81750 Masai. Supermarket. (updated Apr 2018)
  • 🌍 Lotus's Eco Tropics, PTD 117754, Jalan Eko Perniagaan 7, Taman Kota Masai, 81700, toll-free: +1300131313. Sa-W 8AM-11PM, Th F 8AM-midnight. Supermarket. (updated Oct 2020)
  • 🌍 Lotus's Seri Alam, PTD 111515, Jalan Rinting, Masai, 81750, ☏ +6073885164. Su-Th 8AM-11PM, F Sa 8AM-1AM. Supermarket. (updated Apr 2018)
  • 🌍 Maslee Pasir Gudang, 1-12, Jalan Persiaran Cendana, Taman Cendana, 81700, ☏ +6072555668. 9:30AM-10:00PM. Supermarket. (updated Mar 2021)
  • 🌍 Maslee Cahaya Masai, No. 1, 3, 5, Jalan Intan 13, Taman Cahaya Masai, 81700, ☏ +6072562600. 9:30AM-10:00PM. Supermarket. (updated Mar 2021)
  • 🌍 Maslee Kota Masai, No. 25, Jalan Tembikai 1, Taman Kota Masai, 81700, ☏ +6072525004. 9:30AM-10:00PM. Supermarket. (updated Mar 2021)

Eat

Budget
  • 🌍 Restoran Selera Sambal, 25 Jln Pengkalan 5, Kampung Pasir Puteh. Ayam penyet. 
  • 🌍 Tanjung Langsat Food Court (Medan Selera Tanjung Langsat), Jalan Ipil 1, Kawasan Perindustrian Tanjung Langsat. Food court. (updated Apr 2018)

Mid-range
  • 🌍 Bora Bora Botanist, Unit No.1 Block B, Senibong Cove, Masai, 81750, ☏ +6073863338. Noon-10PM. Restaurant. (updated Jun 2020)
  • 🌍 Kedai Makan Rahmat, 3 Jln Pantai, Kampung Pasir Puteh. 10:30AM-3:30PM. Famous for their deep fried fish, or siakap goreng, which are fried with their scales on, keeping the flesh inside tender. The restaurant is built on top of stilts extending over the shore of the Johor Straits. RM30. 
  • 🌍 Rowan & Parsley, No. 17, Jalan Cenderai 20, Kawasan Perindustrial Kota Putri, Masai, 81750, ☏ +60127275717. Smokehouse barbecue restaurant in a garden-themed venue. (updated Jun 2020)

Splurge
  • Coffeetrap Restaurant, 7,11 & 15 Jln Permas Jaya, ☏ +60 7 3861991. Open daily. A sidewalk alfresco dining outlet with live music from early as 7:30PM. The best dishes are lamb shank, grilled salmon, chicken chop with gravy. Popular with locals and expatriates F-M from early as noon and Tu-Th from 3PM with happy hour promotions until 9PM. Fresh fruit juices and vegetarian dishes are also available. RM40 for dinner and drinks. 
  • Restaurant SPOA, Kg Pasir Duteh Telok Kabong. 
  • 🌍 Todak (Orang Asli) Restaurant, 1 Orang Asli, Telok Jawa, Masai, ☏ +60 7 386 3696. 11AM-11PM. Set on a breezy wooden boardwalk right on the Straits of Johor, the restaurant is famous for its seafood and crab platters. The tables are moodily lit with red lights, covered with red plastic and matched with red chairs. 

Drink

There are next to no drinking holes to be found in Pasir Gudang. Even the seafood restaurants may not necessarily serve beer or any form of alcohol. The Tanjung Puteri golf resort has a couple of lounges open to the public.

Sleep

Most people who stay in the hotels here are usually on long-term business trips, otherwise preferring to stay in Johor Bahru. There are a few eco-tourism spots such as Kampung Perigi Acheh which offer a rustic kampung experience.

Budget

Mid-range

Splurge

Go next
  • Johor Bahru
  • Desaru - go further east on the E22 for beach resorts on the South China Sea.
  • Sepang - for more time on the racing track.
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