Hammocks By The River
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Hammocks By The River is the relaxed end of the Hulu Langat river scene — glamping tents and hammocks strung along Sungai Makau, about 40 minutes from central KL. Reviewers describe a peaceful, gated compound that suits first-time campers and families: mobile data works well, Grab can still reach you, and the security team gets genuine praise. The recipe is simple — river, hammocks, BBQ, and dogs welcome.
03 🚗 Getting There
Hammocks By The River sits at Batu 14 Hulu Langat, off Jalan Sungai Makau (plus code 4RCG+GG) — roughly 40 minutes from central KL via MRR2 and the Hulu Langat road. The access road is now properly paved, per recent reviewers, so it is an easy sedan drive; parking is on site. Grab deliveries get through to the site too, which campers love for forgotten food.
Reviewers say the road to the site is now properly paved and the compound is gated — a genuinely easy site to reach for a first camping trip. Mobile data works well on site and Grab deliveries get through, so forgotten supplies are a phone call away.
04 🛏️ Staying at Hammocks
Two ways to stay, plus day visits: glamping in pre-set riverside tents, or BYO tent camping on the pitches — and day camps with the BBQ drum are a reviewer favourite. Glamping units come with mattresses (some units are basic — a few reviewers note no in-tent fan or light), and the shared kitchen and toilets are described as clean and workable.
- Glamping tent - Pre-set riverside tent with mattress — spacious setups get consistent praise; some units are basic (no in-tent fan or light).
- BYO tent pitch - Bring your own tent and pitch by the river — the simplest way to stay, and the most affordable.
- Day camp - Kitchen, BBQ drum, utensils and charcoal supplied — reviewers love it for a family day out (dogs included).
05 🛠 Facilities
🌊 River & hammocks— Sungai Makau runs past the site and the hammocks are strung right by the water. The river is calm for wading and dogs love it, though reviewers note it runs muddy after heavy rain.
🍢 Camp kitchen & BBQ— shared kitchen plus BBQ drum with utensils and charcoal supplied, and a washing area after meals. BBQ day camps are the site's signature.
🚻 Facilities— shared toilets get consistent 'clean' mentions in reviews; the compound is gated and the security team is reliable — one solo reviewer had a 2am issue handled immediately.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"I enjoyed camping here. The people working in the campsite are helpful and friendly. River water is shallow which is perfect for me. Even my doggy will enjoy swimming in the river. Price per own tent tapak is very affordable and its very bright at night, safe to walk to the toilet area alone. The kedai runcit sells basic needs, very convenient. Lots of pretty plants and trees. Will definitely camp here again."
"A great camping spot for beginners because mobile data works great and accessible by Grab (in case you forgot to bring food or other stuffs can order conveniently). The place is gated, felt safe. The common areas (shared kitchen, toilets etc) are okay, not great but good enough for a night or two."
"I rented tapak only and pitched my own tent. They have beautiful ready made tents for singles, couples and families, complete with hammock, dining table, power points. Check out their website! Highly recommend. Beautiful, serene place. Will definitely come again"
"I had a 3 days 2 nights stay, Let's start with the good feedback First of all, I like their customer service on ws, really responsive and nice pdf with details , just that can add on details about bringing own drinking water and mention about service given about starting bbq fire for us. I also like when my car it's near the campsite. The tent was spacious and nice to sleep in. They have plug points with cooking materials and tables which makes it very convenient. Things to improve would be 1. Fan, very important, I believe that the fan given was a really cheap fan which loses battery quickly,…"
"A convenient location as it is only an hour away from Petaling Jaya. Lovely campgrounds and also pet friendly. Staff were attentive and helpful and on hand to assist and came to check every couple of hours or so which was nice. Just a couple of comments we hope Owner will take on board seriously and look into improving. The standard tents were lovely however we would recommend that a ground sheet be laid down beneath each tent as the dampness at the bottom is coming through the tent. We had to air the tent during the day as it was just damp. Also the air bed was way too soft. Sitting on it and you can feel the ground.…"
Google's rating spread (4.2★ / 251 reviews, checked 21 Aug 2026) skews positive with a realistic middle: the consistent highs are the glamping tents, the relaxing getaway vibe and clean toilets; the recurring caveats are mosquitoes and a muddy river after rain, plus occasional maintenance gripes (one tent under a fruit tree brought ants and flies). Solo campers and dog owners are disproportionately happy here.
07 💰 What to Budget No public rates — the listing directs you to contact the property (checked 21 Aug 2026).
| Glamping tent (per night) | Contact to confirm |
| BYO tent pitch (per night) | Contact to confirm |
| Day camp (BBQ package) | Contact to confirm |
| Typical weekend stay (2 pax) | Call 011-2810 8190 |
Hammocks By The River does not publish rates on its listing — pricing is confirmed by phone or via the Facebook page. Check-in 3pm, check-out 11am.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- The river is muddy — pack shoes you don't mind ruining. Reviewers are upfront that Sungai Makau runs murky after rain, so a pair of Naturehike wading shoes beats bare feet and saves your trainers.
- River days end wet — kids, dogs, everyone. A Naturehike quick dry towel dries in minutes and keeps the car seat dry on the drive back to KL.
- The site supplies the BBQ — you bring the meat. The BBQ drum, utensils and charcoal are all provided for day camps, so a Blackdog cooler box keeps the food and drinks cold from KL to Hulu Langat.
- Muddy feet are the #1 tent-killer here. 'Muddy river' and 'clean tents' show up side by side in the reviews — keep a Naturehike water bucket at the pitch to rinse off before you step inside.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Where is Hammocks By The River?
At Lot 617, Jalan Sungai Makau, Batu 14 Hulu Langat, 47310 Hulu Langat, Selangor (plus code 4RCG+GG) — about 40 minutes from central KL. The access road is paved and there's parking on site.
Q2How much does it cost to stay?
Hammocks By The River doesn't publish rates — confirm pricing and availability via the Facebook page (facebook.com/hammocksbytheriver) or call 011-2810 8190. Check-in is 3pm and check-out is 11am.
Q3Is it good for first-time campers?
Yes — reviewers call it a great beginner spot: mobile data works well, Grab deliveries reach the site, and the gated compound with security feels safe. Glamping tents take the tent-pitching out of the equation.
Q4Are dogs allowed at Hammocks By The River?
Yes — dogs are a recurring highlight in the reviews, with several campers bringing theirs for day camps. The dogs love playing by the river; just watch for the muddy stretch after rain.
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Author note: Google rating (4.2★ / 251 reviews), review themes, address and contact are real, pulled live from Hammocks By The River on Google Maps on 21 Aug 2026. No public rates were listed — pricing is confirmed by phone. Camper quotes paraphrase recurring real review themes and are not verbatim transcripts. Photos are from the Google Maps listing, credited above.