01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Pokdi Campsite Mandalipau is a riverside campsite at Mandalipau, Papar, Sabah — two crystal-clear rivers run right through the grounds, with marked campsites, clean separate male/female toilets, a surau and free Starlink WiFi. Rates: RM40/lot/night plus RM8/person entry, with camping gear rental on site and a 2-storey family chalet (2BR + kitchen) available by phone. Reviewers call it one of the cleanest, calmest campsites in the KK area; the catches are a narrow one-car-lane access road, weak phone signal (WiFi can drop), and karaoke from other campers on some nights.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — About 45-60 min south of Kota Kinabalu via the Pan Borneo Highway. Final stretch is a narrow one-car lane - no 4WD needed but drive slow and be ready to reverse into passing spots. Call +60 19-789 2339 for exact coordinates before first visit.
04 🛏️ Staying at Mandalipau
Book direct: call/WhatsApp +60 19-789 2339 (wa.me/60197892339) — ask for exact coordinates before your first visit. DM Facebook (Pokdi Campsite Mandalipau) or Instagram @pok_campasite_mandalipau.
- Camp lot - RM40/night
- Entry fee - RM8/person
- Family Chalet (2BR) - By phone
05 🛠 Facilities
🏞️ Two rivers — Crystal-clear rivers with deep spots for swimming and shallow areas for kids.
🚻 Separate toilets — Clean male/female toilets; surau/prayer room.
📶 Free Starlink — Free Starlink WiFi across the site.
🍢 BBQ & picnic — BBQ area and picnic area; rubbish bins throughout.
🅿️ Parking — Marked parking and camping gear rental.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"We came here for a day trip and picnic. This campsite is very well kept. It is clean, and all the camp areas are easy to see. It has two rivers running through the camp. The toilets are clean and big, with separate ones for men and women. One funny thing: there are a lot of chickens around. One even walked into my car! You can rent many camping items here for a fair price, in case you forget anything. Very good trip. We will come back for sure"
"Calm and Relax, quite at night.. Beautiful nature.. Crystal Clear river and Whitewater.. Amazing place to camp.. but if the price hopefully can be reduce it would be lovely.. be back soon"
"AMAZING! Beautiful as how they say. No phone line but their wifi is superb. Took the camp ground with a platform next to the water. The view, words could no describe. Water deep enough to swim,some part of the river a little bit too deep,some part just nice for the kids to play in.Campers should try and experience it. Don't take my words,but experience it."
Pokdi Campsite Mandalipau sits at Mandalipau, Papar, Sabah, ~45–60 minutes from Kota Kinabalu — two crystal-clear rivers run through the grounds, with marked campsites, clean M/F toilets, surau and free Starlink WiFi. Camp lot RM40/night + RM8 entry [CAMPER]; a 2-storey family chalet is available by phone. Quiet, clean and well-kept; the narrow single-lane access road and weak phone signal are the honest catches.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Camp lot | RM40/night [CAMPER] |
| Entry fee | RM8/person [CAMPER] |
| Family Chalet (2BR, kitchen) | Via call/WA [CAMPER] |
| Camp lot | RM40/night |
Rates from camper reviews; family chalet priced by phone. Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Families camp here all weekend — a Blackdog picnic mat keeps the kids comfortable, and a Blackdog inflatable sofa handles the everyday gear.
- The water is the main draw here — a Naturehike backpack handles the wet gear, and a Vidalido tent covers the basics for a river camp-out.
- Mandalipau upgrades the camp night — a Naturehike headlamp adds comfort, and a Barebones lantern keeps the group organised.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Is Pokdi Campsite an official campsite?
Yes — a genuine, well-kept campsite at Mandalipau, Papar, Sabah with marked campsites, toilets, surau and on-site facilities; it lists on Google Maps with 71 reviews.
Q2How much does Pokdi Campsite cost?
Camp lot RM40/night plus entry RM8/person [CAMPER]; camping gear rental on site; 2-storey Family Chalet (2BR, kitchen) priced by call/WhatsApp.
Q3How do I book Pokdi Campsite?
Call/WhatsApp +60 19-789 2339, or DM the Facebook page (Pokdi Campsite Mandalipau) / Instagram @pok_campasite_mandalipau. Ask for exact coordinates before first visit.
Q4What facilities does Pokdi Campsite have?
Two rivers, clean separate M/F toilets, surau, free Starlink WiFi, BBQ & picnic areas, marked parking, gear rental and bins.
Q5What do campers say about Pokdi Campsite?
"Calm and relax, quiet at night, crystal clear river... amazing place to camp" (Syah Inoue, 5★); one guest was woken by loud karaoke past 10pm (Amanda Leonie, 1★).
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.