Straits Cruise
Straits Cruise boat on Tebrau Strait at sunset

Lido Beach · Johor Bahru · Malaysia

Explore JB
from the Waters

Discover Johor Bahru's history, heritage and coastal life aboard the Lido Cruise — a 30-minute guided boat tour along the iconic Tebrau Strait.

30-min guided tour
2 unique routes
From MYR 40/pax

About Straits Cruise

Gateway to Johor's Waterfront Experience

Straits Cruise Sdn Bhd operates the LIDO CRUISE — a guided boat tour experience based at Lido Beach, Johor Bahru. We bring passengers out onto the Tebrau Strait to discover the history, culture, nature and coastal life of this iconic waterway.

Operating under the Visit Johor and Visit Malaysia 2026 umbrella, we are proud to showcase the best of Johor Bahru from a perspective most visitors never experience — from the sea.

30min
Per Route
2
Unique Routes
6x
Daily Departures
Lido Cruise boat on Tebrau Strait
Based at
Lido Beach, JB

Our Products

What We Offer

Lido Cruise

Self-Guided Boat Tour

A 30-minute scenic cruise along the Tebrau Strait with a recorded audio guide in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Choose your route below.

Causeway Tour route
Route A

Causeway Tour

Cruise towards the historic Causeway with panoramic skyline views — Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Masjid Sultan Abu Bakar, Istana Besar, Mahkamah Tinggi, and Bangunan Sultan Ibrahim (Bukit Timbalan).

Seletar Heritage Tour route
Route B

Seletar Heritage Tour

Discover the Orang Seletar community along Sungai Temon — traditional coastal village life, fish farming, and the heritage of Johor's sea nomads.

Hot Seat

Request the front-row seat for the best panoramic view on board.

Sunset Tour

Catch the golden hour over the Tebrau Strait — take the late afternoon departure.

Edu Tour school group on Lido Cruise
Edu Tour
School Groups

Lido Cruise packaged for school field trips. Includes a 15-min marine briefing, 30-min boat ride, and kelong fish farm visit. Min. 20 students + teacher.

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Private Hire charter

Private Hire

Charter the full boat for private events, corporate trips, photography, and team-building. Custom itinerary, minimum 2 hours.

Exclusive Charter Min. 2 Hours Custom Route
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More Routes — Coming Soon

Route C

Mangrove Tour

Explore the serene mangrove ecosystem of Sungai Perepat — diverse wildlife, natural river landscapes and peaceful hidden waterways.

Last boat: 6.00 pm

Coming Soon
Route D

Puteri Harbour Tour

Cruise the modern waterfront of Iskandar Puteri & Puteri Harbour — luxury marinas, iconic developments and Johor's evolving smart city.

Last boat: 6.00 pm

Coming Soon
Route E

Fisherman's Village Tour

Step into traditional fishing villages along Sungai Pendas — local coastal lifestyles, seafood culture, wooden jetties and authentic kampung scenery.

Last boat: 5.00 pm

Coming Soon
Water Taxi

Point-to-point water transport along the Tebrau Strait.

Coming Soon
Premium Tour

2-hour tour with on-board dining, Forest City to Johor Bahru.

Coming Soon

Find Us

Lido Beach, Johor Bahru

Departure Point

Pantai Lido (Country Garden)

Office Address

Straits Cruise Sdn Bhd

Ground Floor, A05, Sultan Ibrahim Stadium
97200, Iskandar Puteri, Johor Darul Takzim

We Accept

Online Transfer Visa Mastercard & more

Our Service

Safe. Informed. Memorable.

Safe & Equipped

Our boats are equipped with advanced safety technology. Life jackets provided for all passengers. Certified, trained boat captains on every trip.

Informed & Verified

Our recorded audio guide delivers accurate, well-researched information about Johor Bahru's history, landmarks, and coastal ecosystem in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Friendly & Professional

Our well-trained crew welcomes families, tourists, school groups, and corporate visitors. We're here to make your experience on the Tebrau Strait unforgettable.

Safety First

Onboard rules for your protection

Wear life jacket at all times
Stay seated during the trip
No extending body outside boat
No smoking onboard
No alcohol or drugs
Children must be supervised

Get in Touch

Ready to Set Sail?

Send us an enquiry or book directly via WhatsApp. Walk-ins welcome at Lido Beach Jetty during operating hours.

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