Kombuutan Camping & Nature Trails
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Quiet, calm highland camping on the peaceful Bundu Tuhan side of Kundasang.
Wide-open Kinabalu views with nothing blocking the horizon from first light to dusk.
Rustic, family-friendly and clean — a friendly host and basic comforts done well.
Cool mountain air, starry nights and campfire evenings far from the city.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — ~30 km / 50 min from Ranau town; ~93 km / ~2 hr from Kota Kinabalu; steep tar/cement road in places
Entry fees not published — must call; Steep road, scary for new drivers
04 🛏️ Staying at Kombuutan Camping & Nature Trails
A quiet highland campsite with wide, flat grassy plots facing Mt Kinabalu with nothing in the way — wake up to sunrise over the mountain, cook at the shared gas kitchen and sleep under cold, starry skies. Tent rental and small cabins make it easy even if you don't own gear.
- Wake up to Kinabalu - The campsite faces Mt Kinabalu with an open, unblocked view — reviewers say dawn-to-dusk scenery is the highlight, especially the sunrise between the ridges.
- Camp kitchen basics covered - A gas stove, sink, fridge and cooking gear are provided at the shared kitchen — bring your own wet food and ingredients.
- Book early, drive slow - Plots fill up fast on weekends and public holidays, so book by phone/WhatsApp ahead. The access road is steep in places — take it easy in a small car.
- Book by call/WhatsApp +60 17-773 5774 — no online booking; weekends & holidays go fast
- Tent rental with setup and pillows is available — request and confirm it when booking (setup costs extra)
- Bring your own tent to save money; bring warm clothes, mosquito repellent and a torch
- Firewood for campfires is paid on site
- Ask about the road if you're visiting in the rainy season
05 🛠 Facilities
🏔️ Campsite facing Kinabalu — Wide, flat plots with thick grass laid out directly in front of Mt Kinabalu — clear, unblocked views from dawn to dusk.
🚿 Toilets & hot showers — Shared toilets and bathrooms are kept clean and come with water heaters; reviewers single out the upstairs block as very clean.
🍳 Gas kitchen & fridge — A shared gas stove, sink, fridge and cooking utensils let you cook proper meals at camp — just bring your own food.
🛖 Cabins for rent — Limited cabins sleep up to 4 with bed, mattress, pillows, AC, TV, kitchen and private toilet — a warm alternative to a tent.
🔥 Campfire & parking — Firewood is sold on site for campfires, and there's spacious free parking right next to the camping area.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"I had a great and enjoyable time here. Basic necessities are provided (kitchen sink, gas stove, fridge, toilet with shower etc..) The view from dawn till dusk is amazing. Roads are bit scary for small cars and newbie drivers. They provide rental tents and set-up if you opt for it, and it even comes with pillows! A surprise plus!"
"love this hidden spot! it's quiet. bundu tuhan the quiet calmer part of kundasang. accessible by car. mine was a 1.3 bezza. although may be scary for some drivers, as it's steep in some areas and may need some manoeuvering. but roads are ok even if it rains. tar roads and cemented roads. facilities are great. plus point is the toilets and shower, nice. direct open view of mt kinabalu. nothing blocking. so its beautiful waking up to that in the morning."
"First, we made sure several times with the person in charge that someone would help us set up our tent, as this was our first time bringing our own tent... Unfortunately, when we arrived, the staff told us they had no idea how to install the tent. This was very disappointing and made us feel misled... The second issue was the large number of flies around the campsite, especially near the kitchen area... The third issue was the toilet facilities. There were only one or two toilets available for many camping families."
4.7★ from 13 reviews — almost all 5★ praise for the Kinabalu view and clean facilities, one 4★ on a still-new site, and one 2★ calling out missed tent-assist promises, flies and toilet queues.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Campsite entry | not published — call camp [OFFICIAL] |
| Tent rental (with setup & pillows) | paid, rate not published — book ahead [CAMPER] |
| Tent-setup assistance | extra fee confirmed by camper [CAMPER] |
| Campfire firewood | paid on site [CAMPER] |
| Cabin (up to 4 pax, AC/TV/kitchen) | rate not published — call camp [OFFICIAL] |
| Overall pricing | "Cheap price" per camper [CAMPER] |
| Campsite entry | RM n/a — not published — call camp [OFFICIAL] |
Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking. No official price list is published anywhere — Kombuutan books everything by phone/WhatsApp (+60 17-773 5774). Campers describe it as cheap, but budget for add-ons (tent setup, firewood). Ask for current rates when booking.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Families camp here all weekend — a Naturehike headlamp keeps the kids comfortable, and a Blackdog grill handles the everyday gear.
- Rainforest nights get humid — a Shinetrip sleeping bag upgrades the tent, and a Naturehike mosquito repellent keeps water flowing at your lot.
- Kombuutan Camping & Nature Trails sits by a river — a Wellhike mosquito net hammock makes river sessions easier, and a Ise Mount tableware keeps everyone dry between swims.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1How do I book a campsite or cabin?
Call or WhatsApp +60 17-773 5774 — there's no online booking. Advance booking is strongly advised for weekends and public holidays, and for cabins since there are only a few.
Q2How much does it cost?
No official price list is published; rates are quoted when you book. Campers call it cheap, but expect extras like paid tent-setup help and paid firewood.
Q3Is the road okay for a small car?
Yes, but it's steep in places — one camper drove a 1.3-litre Bezza up fine, others call it scary for new drivers. Tarred and cemented, so it holds up in rain, but check road conditions with the camp first in the rainy season.
Q4Do they provide tents?
Yes — tents can be rented with setup included (at an extra fee) and even come with pillows. Book ahead so they keep one for you.
Q5What facilities are on site?
Toilets with hot showers, a gas kitchen with sink and fridge, sockets and electricity, free parking, trash cans, campfire wood — plus a few AC cabins with TV that sleep up to 4.
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.