01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Sunrise Camp 1 is a beachfront campsite at Kampung Punggai, Pengerang, Johor — shaded tree-lined lots on beach grass with clean toilets, pondok huts and direct sunrise views over the South China Sea. At RM40 per car including tent site, parking and bathroom access, it is among the cheapest beach camping on Johor's east coast. Bring good pegs: night winds and the surf roar can be fierce.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — Kg Punggai coast, Pengerang (Kota Tinggi), ~1 hr from JB by car (reviewer). From Bandar Penawar/Desaru head south towards Tanjung Pengelih; Google Maps plus code C7MH+JW, 81600 Bandar Penawar, Johor (FB address: LOT LO190 Tanjung Punggai, Mukim Pantai Timur, Pengerang, 81620 Kota Tinggi, Johor). Access road OK for normal cars ("Jalan masuk tak teruk"); parking beside campsite makes load/unload easy.
04 🛏️ Staying at Sunrise Camp 1
Book via WhatsApp 60137015559 (wasap.my/60137015559/nakcamping) — owner Encik Faizol; or FB/IG DM.
- Per car (site + parking + toilets) - RM40
- Pondok - RM80–100
- Plug point - RM10
05 🛠 Facilities
⛺ Camping — tent sites on beach grass under trees with lot numbers (size fits several tents), pondok/huts RM80–100 (some with fan & beds, e.g. Pondok Rumbia; Pondok 7 & 8 face the beach)
🛠 Facilities — clean toilets & bathrooms with strong water pressure, well water supply, paid plug points (RM10), surau/musolla, food stall, gazebos
🕗 Hours — always open; no fixed check-in/out hours
🚗 Access — Kg Punggai coast, Pengerang (Kota Tinggi); ~1hr from JB; from Bandar Penawar/Desaru head south
📞 Contact — +60 13-705 1559 · FB Sunrise Camp Kg Punggai
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"This is our 3rd camping in this area. let's give the good part first 1. Toilet is clean with strong water pressure. 2. A lot of trees so you can choose the spot you prefer. 3. These area is bright whole night. 4. Beach is nice. 5. Plenty of space."
"Good camping place, clean environment. Toilet and bathroom facilities are available. Strong water pressure. Visitors making noise late into the night should be noted."
"Sunrise Campsite Punggai is a hidden gem along Malaysia's east coast, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, comfort, and adventure. The campsite is ideally located to provide breathtaking views of the sunrise over the South China Sea."
Sunrise Camp 1 is a beach campsite at Kampung Punggai, Pengerang, Johor — shaded lots on beach grass, clean toilets with strong water pressure, pondok huts and glorious sunrise views. RM40 per car covers site, parking and bathrooms, making it superb value. Expect strong night winds and surf roar, plus occasional noisy groups on busy weekends.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| Tent site per car (incl. parking + toilets) | RM40/day [OFFICIAL] |
| Plug point | RM10 |
| Pondok (huts) | RM80 weekday / RM100 weekend |
| Per car (incl. site + parking) | RM40 |
Official operator FB rates (May 2024 onwards). Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Sunrise Camp 1 is right on the sand — a Blackdog fan handles the beach day, and a Blackdog grill keeps drinks and snacks cold for the crew.
- Camping with the whole crew — a Wellhike pillow for the little ones, and a Shinetrip storage box keeps everyone fed and happy.
- Swim sessions are a big part of the day — a Cliton coffee for the water, and a Wellhike mosquito net hammock dries you off fast after.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Is Sunrise Camp 1 an official campsite?
Yes — its official Facebook page 'Sunrise Camp Kg Punggai' (24K followers, category Campsite, 100% recommend) publishes rates and booking via WhatsApp.
Q2How much does Sunrise Camp 1 cost?
RM40/day per car including tent site, parking and toilet/bathroom access; pondok huts RM80 weekday/RM100 weekend (fits 5 pax); plug points RM10.
Q3How do I book Sunrise Camp 1?
WhatsApp 60137015559 (owner Encik Faizol), FB page/DM or IG @sunrise_campsite; walk-ins also accepted.
Q4What facilities does Sunrise Camp 1 have?
Shaded tree-lined tent sites, clean toilets with strong water pressure, well water supply, paid plug points, surau, pondok huts, gazebos and a food stall.
Q5What do campers say about Sunrise Camp 1?
The sunrise views, cheap RM40 rate, clean toilets and shaded lots are the highlights; strong night winds, surf roar and noisy groups are the caveats.
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.