🐊 Teluk Sengat Crocodile Farm: A Solo Traveller’s Wild (and Slightly Terrifying) Adventure

#johorbahrutrip #### **First Impressions** Deep in Johor’s **Kota Tinggi** district, this 30-year-old farm houses **over 1,000 crocodiles**—some as long as pickup trucks! The moment you step in, the musky reptile smell hits, and the **bone-crunching sound** of feeding time sends shivers down your spine. As a solo traveller, I felt equal parts thrilled and *"why am I alone with these dinosaurs?"* #### **The Good ✅** ✔ **Jurassic Park Vibes** – Massive crocs lazing under the sun or **launching vertically** for chicken chunks during feeding shows (3PM daily). ✔ **Bragging Rights** – Hold a **baby croc** (RM10, includes a photo—worth it for the ‘Gram). ✔ **Offbeat & Cheap** – RM15 entry fee; zero crowds on weekdays. ✔ **Local Flavor** – Nearby **Teluk Sengat seafood stalls** serve fresh crab post-visit. #### **The Not-So-Good ⚠️** ✖ **Ethical Questions** – Enclosures are **bare concrete**; animal welfare standards feel outdated. ✖ **No English Signs** – Info is Malay-only; Google Translate helped. ✖ **Rustic AF** – Broken fences, minimal shade—wear a hat and watch your step. #### **Solo Travel Tips** 🎟️ **Timing:** Come at **2:30PM** to explore before the **3PM feeding frenzy** (main attraction). 📸 **Photo Hacks:** - Shoot through chain-link fences for gritty close-ups. - The **giant albino croc** near the entrance is a must-capture. 🚗 **Getting There:** Drive from JB (~1hr) or take a Kota Tinggi taxi (negotiate round-trip). #### **Nearby Detours** 1. **Firefly Valley** (30-min drive) – Swap reptilian terror for twinkling mangroves at dusk. 2. **Kota Tinggi Waterfall** – Wash off the croc-farm vibes in cool jungle pools. #### **Verdict** ⭐ **3.7/5** – A **raw, unfiltered** wildlife experience. Not for the faint-hearted, but perfect if you: - Love **dangerous animals** (from a safe distance). - Seek **weird & wonderful** roadside attractions. - Don’t mind *questionable* animal tourism. **Solo Bonus:** Staff let me stay extra long at feeding time—no kids blocking the view! --- **Final Thought:** This place feels frozen in the 1990s, for better or worse. I left equal parts awed and guilty, but hey—when else can you say you **stared down a 5-meter crocodile… alone?** *P.S. Don’t wear flip-flops. Just trust me.*