Tanah Kalumpang 13
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
Tanah Kalumpang 13 is what it says on the gate — a picnic and camping ground, open only on weekends and public holidays, built around a clean shaded river where the whole point is mandi air sungai (river bathing). Reviewers use the same words repeatedly: peaceful, clean, safe for kids. The site runs picnic day trips (from RM20 a head), 20×20 ft camping pitches with power sockets, and four chalet units from a cosy cottage to a lakeside family villa with a private BBQ deck. There is a stocked fishing pond with two jetties, a playground with swings and a treehouse, separate surau for men and women — and the whole compound is gated and locked at 9 pm, which families read as 'private and safe'.
03 🚗 Getting There
Tanah Kalumpang 13 is at plus code JHJM+3H, 44000 Kerling, Selangor — in the river valley near Kalumpang town on Route 1, roughly halfway between Batang Kali and Kuala Kubu Bharu. From KL it is about 1-1.5 hours via Batang Kali. The compound is gated and locked at 9 pm, so arrive with time to set up before dark; parking is on site.
The opening hours are the single most important thing to know: weekends and public holidays only — the gates stay closed on weekdays. Book your slot on WhatsApp (012-983 1344) before driving up; the owner is responsive and reviewers rate the staff highly.
04 🛏️ Staying at Tanah Kalumpang 13
Three ways to enjoy it: picnic day trips (from RM20/adult, 9 am-5 pm) with fishing, swimming and shaded rest spots; BYO tent camping on 20×20 ft pitches (from RM120/night), one tent per pitch with a power socket at the site; or a chalet stay (from RM350/night) — four unit types up to a lakeside family villa with a private BBQ deck and hot shower.
- Picnic day trip - From RM20/adult — riverside or lakeside picnic, fishing and swimming; 9 am-5 pm, weekends & public holidays only.
- Camping pitch (BYO tent) - From RM120/night (2D1N) — 20×20 ft plot near the river, shaded, 1 tent per pitch, power socket at site.
- Chalet / studio house - From RM350/night — 4 unit types incl. lakeside family villa with private BBQ deck & hot shower.
05 🛠 Facilities
🌊 River— the headline: a clean, shaded waterway for swimming, wading and mandi air sungai, with a shallow kids' area. Reviewers call it clean, safe and 'syok' to swim in.
🎣 Pond & playground— two fishing jetties on a stocked pond (catch & release for the small fish), plus swings and a treehouse playground to keep the kids busy between dips.
🍢 Camp conveniences— 18 electric sockets with flood/solar lighting, BBQ decks (private on the lakeside villa), clean toilets & showers, and separate surau for men and women. Maxis & Celcom coverage is good across the site.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"For those who are searching for a serene and tranquil glamping/camping area, this place is recommended. We stayed at the studio house for 3D2N, and the accommodation was clean & comfortable. The studio house equipped together with a single bathroom hence the privacy is great. The lounge + kitchen area (overlooking the lake) were spacious and well equipped for us all (8 people) to gather & cook. The lake view is lovely & breathtaking. We do enjoy the sunrise view while having a morning walk and mandi sungai here. The river is clean & shaded with trees. 10/10. Will definitely enjoy to stay here again.…"
"30 Aug 2025 - 01 Sep 2025 Merdeka Days 🇲🇾 @Tanah Kalumpang 13 🏕️ Tapak 3 The place is really beautiful and peaceful. We went camping here during Malaysia’s Independence Day, and the atmosphere was so lively and festive. The river was clean and safe, even suitable for kids to enjoy. We stayed here for 3 days and 2 nights, and alhamdulillah everything was in good condition and very comfortable. The toilets were clean and well-maintained, which made the stay even better. It’s a perfect spot to relax with family and friends, surrounded by nature and fresh air. Definitely a memorable experience, and I would love to come again inshaAllah.…"
"I have a 2D1N camping over the last weekend with my family. We had an amazing experience! The facilities were clean and well-maintained, including the bathrooms and showers. The surrounding nature was stunning. The staff were friendly and helpful, providing assistance whenever needed. I particularly enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere listening to the river flow. Overall, I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable camping experience. 👍"
"We had a great time here. Enjoying nature.. The place is clean and serene. Great river (mandi air sungai), fishing, playground, BbQ. We were fortunate enough to even had durian!!"
"Very comfortable and proper places for camping with family and friends.. Only to make sure to always clean the surau.. got to many bugs.."
Google's rating spread (4.8★ / 53 reviews, checked 21 Aug 2026) is strongly positive with very few caveats: the recurring highs are the clean shaded river, the peaceful atmosphere, the clean facilities and the plug points at the pitches, with river bathing and the fishing pond named as the family favourites. The one planning caveat is not about quality at all — the ground only opens on weekends and public holidays, so a weekday visit is simply not possible.
07 💰 What to Budget Official from-prices published on tanahkalumpang13.com (checked 21 Aug 2026). Exact rates depend on plot, unit type and headcount — confirmed via WhatsApp booking.
| Picnic day trip (per adult) | From RM20 |
| Camping pitch (BYO tent, 2D1N) | From RM120 |
| Chalet / studio house (per night) | From RM350 |
| BBQ deck (lakeside villa) | Included with villa unit |
| Budget for a family camping night (2 adults, BYO tent) | ~RM240+ |
From-prices from the official site (tanahkalumpang13.com); WhatsApp booking confirms the exact rate for your date. Picnic day trips run 9 am-5 pm on weekends and public holidays.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- The river is the whole point — keep your phone out of it. Mandi air sungai is the house activity and reviewers rave about how clean the water is; a Naturehike phone waterproof bag lets everyone splash without the dry-phone worry.
- River bathing with kids means river shoes. The wading areas are shallow and kid-friendly, but river stones are slippery — a Naturehike wading shoes pair keeps little feet safe on the riverbed.
- This is a picnic ground first — pack like it. From RM20 a head, the whole day is picnicking, fishing and swimming; a Blackdog picnic mat gives the family a dry, goose-free spot by the water between dips.
- The BBQ deck changes dinner. The lakeside villa comes with its own BBQ deck and campers bring their own grills — a Blackdog cooler box keeps the marinated meat and drinks cold from KL to Kalumpang.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1Where is Tanah Kalumpang 13?
At plus code JHJM+3H, 44000 Kerling, Selangor — in the river valley near Kalumpang town, between Batang Kali and Kuala Kubu Bharu on Route 1. About 1-1.5 hours from KL.
Q2When is Tanah Kalumpang 13 open?
Weekends and public holidays only — the gates stay closed on weekdays, and the compound is locked at 9 pm. Picnic day trips run 9 am-5 pm.
Q3How much does it cost at Tanah Kalumpang 13?
Picnic from RM20/adult, camping from RM120/night per tent (2D1N, 20×20 ft plot with power socket), and chalets from RM350/night. Confirm the exact rate for your date via WhatsApp (012-983 1344).
Q4Can you swim in the river at Tanah Kalumpang 13?
Yes — river bathing (mandi air sungai) is the headline activity. Reviewers describe the river as clean and safe, with a shallow kids' area. There is also a stocked fishing pond with two jetties and a playground with swings and a treehouse.
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Author note: Google rating (4.8★ / 53 reviews), review themes, address (JHJM+3H, 44000 Kerling, Selangor) and coordinates (3.6305598, 101.5841298) are real, pulled live from Tanah Kalumpang 13 on Google Maps on 21 Aug 2026. Rates are from the official tanahkalumpang13.com site, same date (picnic from RM20/adult, camping from RM120/night, chalet from RM350/night). The phone number (012-983 1344) matches the WhatsApp booking line on the official site. Camper quotes paraphrase recurring real review themes and are not verbatim transcripts. Photos are from the Google Maps listing, credited above.