Whether its glamping in Bentong under a starry sky. Or a picturesque view with rolling hills as its backdrop, the Little Habitat exceeds expectations with its natural surroundings and homely hospitality.
This slice of paradise tucked on a hilly terrain of Bentong lets you unwind and enjoy nature as you're gently awaken by chirping birds and warm morning rays.
To learn more about our review on Little Habitat, read on to discover what this camping site near Selangor has to offer for families and pawsome parents!
Getting to The Little Habitat
The Little Habitat is a 1 ½ hour drive (or 50 km) from Petaling Jaya. To get there, use Waze and drive along the old Gombak Highway toward Genting Sempah. Then turn onto Karak Highway and look for a left turn that leads to the campsite.
Remember to slow down as you approach the site, as the entrance is somewhat obscure and marked with a bunting with its name on it.
Facilities
While most campgrounds have minimal amenities, this Bentong nature campsite boasts a suite of comforts that will allow you to easily stay more than one night.
For starters, there are plenty of shower rooms with hot water heaters and a strong water pressure. There are hair dryers strategically placed so both humans and dogs can dry off after a dip in the pet-friendly pool.
It also comes equipped with 2 water dispensers, a barbecue pit, and a washing sink with laundry detergent too.
On days when you don't feel like cooking, you can order a hearty American Breakfast set from the cafeteria for just RM12, plus coffee for RM3.
The campsite does not have electrical plug points. But the owners make up for it by providing plenty of outlets in the cafeteria / registration area for campers to charge their phones and gadgets.
Fishing enthusiasts can cast their net in one of the 2 ponds teeming with freshwater fish. In addition, the swimming pool nearby is piped with clear water from the creek and provides a refreshing cool down for humans and furbabies alike.
The small stream right next to the pool is the perfect launching pad for kids to release their homemade boats. Fur parents and their pets can also be seen excitedly running down stream.
Finally, you can mingle and feed the chickens and ducks at the barn near the entrance.
Games
With nearly 10 bicycles in working order, suitable for children and adults, kids ravel in the freedom of roaming around all day long.
For parents, the Little Habitat is a gated and safe space where children can wander securely with minimal supervision.
In the cafeteria, you'll find a mahjong set, poker cards, a portable badminton set, and a ping pong table. There's also skipping rope where kids can let off steam. Or they can calm down to a therapeutic activity of coloring with coloring sheets and color pencils available too.
Top Notch Kids Activities
(from left to right: Kids getting acquainted with crayfish; DIY t-shirt painting in progress; Teacher Carrie who is trained in early education abroad teaching the children how to make slime from scratch)
The Kids Fun Club is first-class, providing enrichment activities throughout the day for children to learn new skills.
Led by teacher Carrie who earned a degree in early education abroad, she offers an amazing repertoire of activities to keep the kids engaged and attentive.
She shows the little ones the stingless bee, allows them to taste raw honey, teaches slime making, hosts a boat-building contest and plays with them in the shallow pool. Her passion as an educator radiates as she tirelessly paces the kids from morning to night.
The day of fun culminates in an evening campfire where the kids get to sit around a camp fire, talk about their experiences, and make their own snacks to devour!
Parents, if you're worried about how to keep your little ones occupied, the kids program here is top notch and more than worth the RM30 price tag!
Little Habitat Menu
If you don’t feel like cooking a meal, fret not as you can order simple, comforting menus without any clean ups!
For breakfast, the American breakfast is hearty meal of hash brown, toast bread, black pepper sausage and as sunny side egg. For dinner, you can opt for a hotpot dinner, BBQ dinner and tilapia too!
Their drinks menu is pretty impressive too, and there is an ice cream chiller filled with Walls, Nestles, Cornettos and other commercial ice creams to keep you cool.
Campsite Distance To Parking Area
If you decide to camp on the lower site in Zone 1, the parking lot is 50 meters from the campsite.
To facilitate the transport of your luggage from the car, you can use one of the 4 trolleys provided by the owners. If you're camping on the hill or near the pond, you can drive directly to your campsite to unload. Once you're done, you must park your car next to the pool.
On a side note, Zone 1 is heavily shaded by lush trees and therefore cooler than the hilly zone. Nonetheless, the views and cool evening breezes on the hill, as well as the added privacy, are unique experiences worth savoring.
Phone Coverage
Regardless of what network you're on, phone coverage here is seamless and you don't need portable Wi-Fi. What you do need is at least 2 portable chargers to run your fan and charge your phone on site, as there are no plug points at the campsite.
Price
The Little Habitat's pricing structure shifts depending on the season, and discounts are available if you stay longer than one night.All in, a 3D 2N stay on the hill top cost RM178.50, which equates to RM89.25 per night per tent. Should you wish to camp in the fancy domes without breaking a sweat pitching your tents, the glamping package is available from RM200 upwards per night.
Conclusion
Little Habitat is a camping sanctuary birth out of love for animals and children, where families and friends can relax and escape from frantic city life. While adults bask under the cool breeze of the starry sky, children pitter patter amidst Mother Nature, and friendly dogs mingle with humans and other pets.
The owners are remarkably hospitable and this family-run business does everything to make your stay unforgettable.
For families with children, the Little Habitat is a slice of Club Med in the forest, where parents can leave their kids to the skillful supervision of the young campsite owners.
Both of them enjoy the company of kids so much. You know your little ones and fur kids are in good hands!
Address: Karak Expressway, 28700 Bentong, Pahang
Operating Hours: 9am – 5pm daily. Closed on Wednesday & Thursday
Contact: 012-305 2275
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