01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Slow beachfront living — waves, sea breeze and kampung quiet instead of city noise.
Sunrise camp: coffee in hand while the sun climbs over the South China Sea.
New-camp energy — spotless facilities and a host who runs it like a family business.
Close enough for a JB/Singapore weekend escape, far enough to feel properly away.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — Beachfront, Lot 1309 Kampung Punggai, Pengerang. 22.8 km / 21 min from Bandar Penawar (Jalan Kg. Punggal–Desaru); 67 km / 59 min from Kota Tinggi (Route 92); ~90 km / 1 hr 16 min from Johor Bahru via Senai–Desaru E22 (toll)
Young site — thin shade, afternoon sun can be hot; Concrete lots (e.g. site 30) are hard to peg tent stakes into
04 🛏️ Staying at Ali Camp
Ali Camp is a brand-new beachfront campsite in quiet Kampung Punggai, Pengerang — pitch your tent on a numbered lot, wake to the sunrise over the South China Sea and fall asleep to waves instead of traffic. Opened around Q2 2026 and already a hit with JB campers, it's spotless, cheap and run by Bro Ali's family team.
- Pick your lot wisely - Seaview lots (RM60) get the breeze and the sunrise; non-seaview (RM50) are cheaper but warmer in the afternoon. Sites are 15 x 20 ft — plan your tent layout. Hammock fans: ask for lots 8, 9, 18, 19. Lot 30 is a concrete pad where the car parks beside the tent.
- Everything is new & clean - Six toilet-and-shower sets (all sit-down jamban) with strong SAJ water pressure, 24-hour electricity with plug points at the site, a surau, and sinks for washing up — rare for a camp this young.
- No cooking? No problem - Order food & drink and it comes straight to your tent, or fire up the BBQ area. You can rent camping gear on-site if you came light, or cook your own — washing sinks are provided.
Book direct with Bro Ali — call or WhatsApp 018-786 6323, or DM the Ali Camp Facebook page / TikTok @alicamp_. Weekends and public holidays fill up fast; the owner also runs live booking sessions. Bring: rock-solid tent pegs (some lots are concrete), a long extension cord, torch, power bank, and cash for the food delivery service. Check the weather — it's open beachfront, so peg everything down against the sea breeze.
05 🛠 Facilities
⛺ Beachfront lots — Seaview lots RM60, non-seaview RM50 per night. Numbered 15 x 20 ft sites; lots 8/9/18/19 suit hammocks, lot 30 is a concrete pad with car-side parking, lots 1/11/21 sit closest to the toilets.
🚿 Clean toilets & showers — Six toilet sets, all sit-down jamban with shower, on strong SAJ water pressure. Reviewers consistently call them 'bersih' and 'baru' — spotless for a camp this new.
⚡ 24h water & power — Running water and electricity round the clock, with plug points at the sites — a genuine comfort win for a beachfront camp, plus a surau on site.
🍜 Food & drink delivery — Order from the camp and meals come straight to your tent; BBQ area available too. Camping gear and pondok (hut) rental on-site for light packers.
👨👩👧 Family-friendly layout — Kids get space to run and play ball while the beach stays in view; parking is separated from the camping zone, and the listing notes family & kids discounts.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"Tempat perkemahan yg sesuai untuk semua peringkat umur, view yg cantik dan bersih, tandas air nye kuat dan bersih, tandas pon dekat, meriah, redup, mancing pon sesuai..ikan banyak, kemudahan semua lengkap, pekerja rajin dan ramah..mantap ali camp 👍👍👍👍"
"Lokasi terbaik utk santai2 dgn keluarga. Berbagai kemudahan disediakan. Owner mesra, klu ada apa2 keperluan, pantas owner selesaikan. Yang penting pantai sebelah depan boleh memancing 😬"
"Campsite best 💯 tempat tenang je. Tapak besar ye khemah utk 4 pax tu boleh muat 4 khemah dalam 1 tapak 😆 Pantai cantik, anak2 suka. Bila malam lampu terang, jadi tak gelap sangat. Boleh nikmati view pantai malam2. Kemudahan bilik air semua okay, selesa ada shower lagii. Tempat basuh binggan pun disediakan."
A perfect 5.0 average across 43 reviews — 41 five-star and just 2 four-star — so the verdict is essentially unanimous so far.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Seaview lot (per night) | RM60 [OFFICIAL] |
| Non-Seaview lot (per night) | RM50 [OFFICIAL] |
| Camping gear / tent rental | On request [CAMPER] |
| Pondok (hut) rental | On request [OFFICIAL] |
| Food & drink delivery to tent | On request [OFFICIAL] |
| Seaview lot (per night) | RM60 [OFFICIAL] |
Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking. Official rates straight from the camp's own Facebook launch post (9 Feb 2026): RM60 seaview lot / RM50 non-seaview lot per night. Camp also rents tents & gear and delivers food/drink to your tent — message Bro Ali (018-786 6323) for packages. No published per-person rates; most campers pay per lot.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Ali Camp is right on the sand — a Naturehike cooler box handles the beach day, and a Naturehike quick dry towel keeps drinks and snacks cold for the crew.
- Camping with the whole crew — a Shinetrip storage box for the little ones, and a Blackdog camping chair keeps everyone fed and happy.
- Swim sessions are a big part of the day — a Shinetrip saw for the water, and a Blackdog kettle dries you off fast after.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1How much does it cost to camp at Ali Camp?
Official rates from the camp's launch post: RM60/night per seaview lot and RM50/night per non-seaview lot. Tent/gear rental and pondok (hut) rental are available on request — message Bro Ali on 018-786 6323 for current prices.
Q2How do I book?
Direct with the camp only: call/WhatsApp 018-786 6323 (Bro Ali), or DM the Ali Camp Facebook page or TikTok @alicamp_. No third-party booking platforms.
Q3Is it family-friendly?
Yes — reviewers highlight open space for kids to run and play while the beach stays in view, 15 x 20 ft lots, and parking separated from the camping area for safety. The listing also notes family and kids discounts.
Q4Are there toilets and electricity?
Yes — six clean toilet + shower sets (sit-down jamban), a surau, running water, and 24-hour electricity with plug points at the sites.
Q5Where is the nearest town?
Bandar Penawar is ~23 km (21 min) away, Kota Tinggi is ~67 km (59 min), and Johor Bahru is ~90 km (1 hr 15 min) via the Senai–Desaru E22 expressway (toll road).
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.