Campsite Tanah Abah
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Kampung-style beach camp — coconut palms, sea breeze and the sound of waves all night.
Unhurried and family-friendly: kids splash in the shallows while parents grill by the tent.
East-facing sunrise front row — coffee in hand as the sun climbs out of the South China Sea.
Small and intimate, with an owner (pre-takeover) who personally checked everyone was comfortable.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — Beachfront, Kg Kubang Golok next to Pantai Tapang; Waze 'Campsite Tanah Abah'
Status uncertain — sold/renamed to Pantai Tapang; No phone or website on the listing
04 🛏️ Staying at Campsite Tanah Abah
A tiny coconut-shaded beach camp on Bachok's quiet coast, where you pitch metres from the South China Sea, fall asleep to waves and wake to Kelantan's famous sunrises. Simple, friendly and cheap — proper kampung-style camping that now lives a second life as Campsite Pantai Tapang.
- Pitch under the coconut trees - Grassy beachfront plots on a first-come-first-served basis — no numbered sites, so arrive early on weekends to grab the shade and the sea view.
- Power & perimeter lighting - Power points reach most pitches (take a long extension cable — the furthest site is ~30 m from the plug), with lights around the camp at night.
- Sunrise & sea breeze - The beach faces east: stunning sunrises over the water, cool sea wind, and a calm shallow shore that kids love to splash around in.
Booking: no published phone or link — message the 'Campsite Tanah Abah, Bachok' Facebook page, or the current operator via TikTok @pantaitapangbachok. Pay on site (reported RM10/adult, under-12s free, RM5 parking). Bring: long extension cable for power, toiletries and towel (basic washrooms, few hooks), cash, mosquito repellent, and your own tent unless you want to rent one. Pitches are first come, first served — come early. Double-check the site still runs as Tanah Abah before driving out.
05 🛠 Facilities
⛺ Beach camping — Grassy pitches under coconut palms right on the sand; first come, first served, no site numbers. Small and intimate — a handful of tents — but kept clean.
🚿 Toilets & sinks — Separate male/female toilets that most reviewers call clean, with two sinks nearby for washing up. Basic: one reviewer notes high-floor squat pans and no hooks for clothes.
🔌 Power & lighting — Power points with electric hookup for RVs plus perimeter lighting. Bring a long extension cable — plugs don't reach every pitch (up to ~30 m).
🔥 BBQ & extras — BBQ pits and sinks for grilling, plus tent rental, hammocks and even boat hire from the operator — easy weekend camping without owning gear.
🏖️ Pantai Tapang doorstep — Step off the camp straight onto Pantai Tapang, with gazebos, food stalls and the new Pantai Tapang Resort next door if anyone wants a proper bed.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"We had a two night stay in April 2023 at this beautiful campsite. The owner was really helpful and very friendly. We were able to have an electric hook up and the washroom facilities were really good. We would certainly recommend this campsite .. a fabulous setting with stunning sunrises"
"The owner here are so friendly! The place is new and really is beautiful!.. the campsite is clean.. it got its own toilets too!.. welp for having family day camping is totally fun and enjoyable here! Thanks for the great experience here"
"Best campsite with facilities like perimeter lighted, clean toilet, bbq pit and sink. Also can add on power point. Great scenerio moon phase in the sky..come n enjoy"
Almost all 5s and 4s for the owner, cleanliness and beach setting — 10 five-star, 7 four-star — against one textless 1-star and a 3-star toilet gripe that also dropped the bombshell about the site being sold.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Entry per adult (reported) | RM10 [CAMPER] |
| Kids under 12 (reported) | Free [CAMPER] |
| Parking (reported) | RM5 [CAMPER] |
| Overnight camping (reported) | Under RM50 [CAMPER] |
| Tent rental | Ask on site [CAMPER] |
| Entry per adult (reported) | RM10 [CAMPER] |
Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking. No official price list is published anywhere (Google listing has no phone/website; a reviewer in 2025 asked for the number 'to know the rental rate'). Figures come from the Family Camping Malaysia community post (11 Sep 2022): RM10 entry per adult, kids under 12 free, RM5 parking; the site is also on FCM's 'campsites below RM50' list. Tent rental is available on site. Rates may have changed since the reported takeover by Pantai Tapang — confirm with the operator.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Families camp here all weekend — a Naturehike wagon keeps the kids comfortable, and a Blackdog picnic mat handles the everyday gear.
- Beach camping means sand everywhere — a Blackdog tableware for the shore, and a Naturehike phone waterproof bag keeps the site organised.
- Swim sessions are a big part of the day — a Naturehike headlamp for the water, and a Naturehike mosquito repellent dries you off fast after.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Is Campsite Tanah Abah still open?
Status is uncertain. A viral TikTok (~2023) and a 2025 Google review report the site was taken over by the neighbour and renamed Campsite Pantai Tapang / Pantai Tapang Resort. Message the Tanah Abah Facebook page or @pantaitapangbachok before heading there.
Q2How much does it cost?
No official price list exists. A Family Camping Malaysia community post (2022) reports RM10 entry per adult, kids under 12 free and RM5 parking, and the site is in their 'campsites under RM50' roundup. Pay on site — bring cash.
Q3Can I book a specific pitch?
No — pitches are first come, first served with no site numbers. Arrive early on weekends and school holidays to secure the shaded spots near the sea.
Q4Is there electricity at the campsite?
Yes — power points and an RV electric hookup, plus perimeter lighting at night. Take a long extension cable; the furthest pitch is about 30 m from the plug point.
Q5Can I rent a tent?
Yes. The operator rents tents, and also offers hammocks, BBQ pits and boats, so total beginners can camp without owning any gear.
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.