Xanadu Camp 世外桃園
01 Quick Facts
02 🌲 The Vibe
A proper escape: the camp lives up to its name — '世外桃源', a paradise hidden from the world, with river, forest and almost nobody around.
Evenings are cool and cozy; the stream is the soundtrack, and whether you find it soothing or noisy is a personal taste test.
It's raw and honest — nature undeveloped, run by a warm owner who cooks Thai food and personally helps campers settle in.
03 🚗 Getting There
Getting there — off Route 8 (Bentong–KL road) near the Bukit Tinggi / Sum-Sum riverside area, ~15 km from Bentong town; last stretch is village road with reportedly weak signage (per review)
No washbasin at the campsite (per review); Signage to the camp is weak — easy to miss the turn
04 🛏️ Staying at Xanadu Camp 世外桃園
A tiny, deliberately undeveloped riverside camp tucked into the Bentong hills — cold clear water at your feet, a thatched hut with electricity and a fridge at the bottom, and the owner cooking Thai food for guests. It is the '世外桃源' (paradise on earth) the name promises: few people, no noise, just river and forest.
- River is the main event - A cold, clear mountain river runs beside the plots — great for swimming and soaking on hot afternoons; reviewer Amy Su calls it 'a river with clear water' and 黄海 notes the sound of the stream is part of the charm (or the noise, depending on taste).
- Dinner is Thai - The owner serves Thai food on site, and it gets genuinely praised — 'delicious and exceeded our expectations' (SY) and 'Had their Thai food' (Ca Leb 佳乐 Chin). Ask what's cooking when you book.
- Glamping without the glitz - Tent setup is provided and the owner helps beginners get comfortable — SY's group appreciated it as first-time campers. It's a basic hut-and-tent setup, not a resort; bring your own extras and don't expect 5-star facilities.
05 🛠 Facilities
🏕️ Riverside camping plots — Grassy plots beside the cold, clear river — pitch your own tent or have one set up for you. Quiet, private and shaded, with few other campers around.
🍜 Thai food kitchen — The owner cooks Thai food for guests, and it's the most-praised feature after the river. Expect home-style dishes rather than a restaurant menu — ask what's available when booking.
⛺ Tent setup provided — Beginner-friendly: the owner sets up your tent and helps you settle in. Perfect for first-timers who don't own gear yet.
🚻 Basic facilities & utilities — Public toilet / toilet per the Google listing, plus electricity, running water and a fridge at the bottom thatched hut. There is no washbasin at the camping area — a real miss for campers.
🌊 River & jungle setting — Undeveloped, natural and 'without obvious artificial carving' (per 黄海). Swim, laze by the water, or just listen to the stream — it's a proper nature escape, not a resort.
06 💬 What Campers Are Saying
"We had a wonderful stay at Xanadu Camp. The river was beautiful and relaxing, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy nature. The Thai food served was delicious and exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to the owner, who was very friendly and helpful. As beginner campers, we really appreciated the comfortable tent setup and the assistance provided to make our stay enjoyable and stress-free. One area that could be improved is the signage leading to the campsite. An additional road signs would make it much easier for first-time visitors. Overall, we had a great experience and would recommend Xanadu Camp to anyone looking for a relaxing camping getaway."
"这个地方环境优美，山河水清凉，山明水秀，世外桃园"
"自然未开发，没有明显刀雕斧凿样子，最底部有草棚，有电，有水，还有冰箱，人也不会多，有些世外桃源感觉，没中不足没有洗手盆，溪流声因人而异，有的喜欢，有的觉得吵。"
All 14 reviews are positive — 11× five-star and 3× four-star (4.8 overall) — with no 1–3★ reviews; the four-star notes are small niggles (signage, washbasin, river noise) rather than real complaints.
07 💰 What to Budget What you pay
| River camping spot (per tent/night) | ~RM30–50 [CAMPER estimate] |
| Tent setup provided (per tent/night) | ~RM50–80 [CAMPER estimate] |
| Thai food (per person per meal) | ~RM15–25 [CAMPER estimate] |
| Official published price list | not published (call camp) |
| River camping spot (per tent/night) | ~RM30–50 [CAMPER estimate] |
Confirm current prices and availability with the camp before booking. No official price list is published anywhere (no website, no FB). The rows above are CAMPER estimates based on typical Bentong river camps; confirm the real rate with the owner by phone/WhatsApp before booking.
08 🏕️ The Camp Tip
- Families camp here all weekend — a Ise Mount water tank keeps the kids comfortable, and a Naturehike wading shoes handles the everyday gear.
- The water is the main draw here — a Naturehike mosquito repellent handles the wet gear, and a Blackdog grill covers the basics for a river camp-out.
- The forest surrounds the site — a Ise Mount tableware is essential for the trails, and a Wellhike camping table keeps the bugs at bay at dusk.
09 ❓ FAQ
Q1How do I book a spot at Xanadu Camp?
By phone or WhatsApp only: +60 10-296 2932. There is no website or online booking platform.
Q2How much does it cost to camp here?
Not published. The owner hasn't posted any price list online — call to confirm the per-tent rate. Similar Bentong river camps run roughly RM30–50 per tent per night [CAMPER estimate].
Q3Can I rent a tent if I don't have my own?
Yes — reviewers confirm the owner provides a comfortable tent setup and helps beginners, which is one of the camp's biggest selling points.
Q4Is there food available?
Yes, the owner cooks Thai food for guests and it's frequently praised in reviews. Mention it when you book so they can prepare.
Q5Is the camp easy to find?
Not especially — reviews flag weak road signage on the approach. Save the Google Maps pin (GV58+QJ, 28700 Bentong) and ask the owner for directions before driving out.
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Researched 23 Aug 2026 — fees and policies from the camp's official channels and Google reviews.