Papas Eco Camp Marahang
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Papas Eco Camp & Homestay Id Kalangadan is an eco camp and homestay at Jalan Kokol–Tombongon, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah — camping spots, homestay rooms, river access and jungle trekking on the Kokol ridge. Day entrance is RM5/pax per the official rate card (borneostay.so booking post, May 2026); camping gear spots and rooms are quoted by the owner. It holds 4.4★ from 76 reviews — the setting earns praise but recent 1-star reviews flag service gaps, so set expectations for a rustic stay. Book via phone/WhatsApp +60 17-899 7815 or +60 12-435 7896.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — Located at Jalan Kokol - Tombongon, Manggatal (Kokol Hill area), ~26-32 km from Kota Kinabalu city (~40-60 min drive) or ~30-40 min from Pekan Menggatal via the hilly Kokol route. Road is narrow and sloping with one-way sections downhill — drive carefully; enter via suspension bridge. Free parking on site. Google Maps/Waze navigation works. FB notes an alternative back route via Jalan Kokol Poring-Poring is only passable for large vehicles.
04 🛏️ Staying at Papas Eco Camp Marahang
Book direct via phone/WhatsApp +60 17-899 7815 (alternate +60 12-435 7896) or email poulyoudevon@gmail.com; DM the official Facebook page "Papas Eco Camp Marahan".
- Day entrance - RM5/pax
- Camping spot - Quoted by owner
- Homestay room - Quoted by owner
- Booking - Phone/WhatsApp
05 🛠 Facilities
⛺ Flat tent sites — Flat open ground plus RV/camping-car area (Campsite B).
🌉 Suspension bridge — Jambatan gantung crossing to a clean, shallow kid-friendly swimming river.
🏹 Activities — ATV rides, archery, fishing pond (catch & release), jungle trekking and team-building programs.
🔥 BBQ & campfire — BBQ/campfire with water supply near campsites; homestay rooms with pool access.
🅿️ Amenities — Free parking, MOTAC-registered kampungstay, wheelchair-accessible amenities on Google Maps.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"The place is kinda nice but will not come again. The 2 days we're there, the music + karaoke was BLASTING LOUD for hours and only stop around 10pm. And it's not the campers around me but the house /owner infront of the campsite. The village kids plays loudly around campsite until almost 10.. Never have i ever been SO STRESS!!!!"
"A very relaxing campsite. If you likes buffalo here is the best spot and they will pass by your tent and show you how they walk. A friendly owner and natural environment."
"Took a while driving from kk to this place.. phone line is also not very good.. but if u are searching for the place with peace of mind.. this is the right place to go.. they have provide homestay, camping site for u to stay.."
Papas Eco Camp & Homestay Id Kalangadan is an eco camp on the Kokol–Tombongon road above Kota Kinabalu, Sabah — camping spots, homestay rooms, river access and jungle trekking. Day entrance is RM5/pax (official rate card, May 2026); camping and rooms are quoted by the owner. It holds 4.4★ from 76 reviews: the mountain-river setting is genuinely lovely, but recent 1-star reviews flag service gaps. Book via phone/WhatsApp +60 17-899 7815. Rustic, remote, and worth it for the scenery — less so if you expect resort-level service.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Day entrance | RM5/pax [OFFICIAL] |
| Camping gear spot | Quoted by owner [OFFICIAL] |
| Homestay rooms | Quoted by owner [OFFICIAL] |
| Day entrance | RM5/pax |
Official rate card via borneostay.so booking post (May 2026); older camper reports RM3–5 entrance. Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Papas Eco Camp Marahang sits by a river — a Naturehike quick dry towel makes river sessions easier, and a Naturehike phone waterproof bag keeps everyone dry between swims.
- Rainforest nights get humid — a Blackdog pillow upgrades the tent, and a Naturehike mosquito repellent keeps water flowing at your lot.
- Families camp here all weekend — a Naturehike camping chair keeps the kids comfortable, and a Shinetrip saw handles the everyday gear.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Is Papas Eco Camp Marahang an official campsite?
Yes — Google Maps lists it under 'Camping Ground' category (4. It's listed on Google Maps and has published rates and a direct booking channel (+60 17-899 7815).
Q2How much does Papas Eco Camp Marahang cost?
Day-visit entrance RM5/person Day visits RM5/person entrance; camping gear spots ~RM10-25; tent rental ~RM30; homestay RM250-280/night; camping car RM15/car. Rates vary by report year, so confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking.
Q3How do I book Papas Eco Camp Marahang?
Book directly via phone/WhatsApp 017-899 7815 (alternate +60 12-435 7896) or email poulyoudevon@gmail.com; DM the official Facebook page 'Papas Eco Camp Marahang'. Also promoted for booking on Instagram via borneostay.so.
Q4What facilities does Papas Eco Camp Marahang have?
Tent sites on flat open ground, RV/camping-car area (Campsite B), public toilets, suspension bridge (jambatan gantung), clean river for swimming (shallow, kid-friendly), ATV rides, archery, fishing pond (catch & release), jungle trekking & hiking, team-building programs, BBQ/campfire, water supply n
Q5What do campers say about Papas Eco Camp Marahang?
Clean river with shallow, kid-friendly swimming spots. Loud karaoke/music from the owner's house and village can spoil quiet nights.
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.