Kota Tinggi is one of the major towns in Johor. It is located en route towards the town of Mersing around the center of the state. From Johor Bahru, Kota Tinggi is on its north-east areas while Desaru is on its southwest. Heading out west would get one to Layang-Layaing as well as Senai and Pontian areas.
Pasir Gudang is also located around Kot Tinggi’s southern regions. Around Kota Tinggi, once could also head out to Kuala Sedili which is about 37km towards the north-eastern direction from here. Teluk Raminia can also be reached from here onward to the south-eastern region.