Andong Beach Campground, Santubong — A Clean Beachside Escape Near Kuching

The Vibe

Andong Beach Campground sits along the coastline near Kampung Santubong, about 30 minutes from Kuching city. This is a proper overnight campsite — you can pitch your tent here and wake up to sea views and cool morning breeze. No day-trip-only restrictions to worry about.

The place is genuinely clean. Not "cleaned up before you arrive" clean — more like the owner actually cares about keeping it that way. Kuching doesn't have many beachside campsites that stay consistently tidy, so this one stands out. The vibe is chill. No big crowds, no chaos. Just quiet beach, sea air, and friendly people running the place.

This is the kind of spot you go to when you need a proper break but don't want to travel far from the city. Families, couples, solo campers — all fit in here. It's not hardcore jungle camping. It's relaxed, easy, and just nice lah.

Getting There

Head out of Kuching towards Santubong — take the road towards Damai Beach and Santubong village. The campsite is along Lorong Pantai Puteri 3B3, in Kampung Santubong. If you're using Waze or Google Maps, just search for "Andong Beach Campground" or use the number 016-866 6432 to call ahead and confirm directions.

The road to Santubong is paved and accessible by normal car — no 4WD needed. It's a straightforward drive from the city, roughly 30–35 minutes depending on traffic. Look out for the Santubong village signs once you're near Damai area and follow through to the beach side.

What to Expect

You're camping right near the beach. The environment is clean and green — reviewers specifically called out the clean surroundings, which is honestly not something you can take for granted at public beach spots in Malaysia. The pace here is slow. It's the kind of place where you set up your tent, sit outside with a cup of coffee, and do absolutely nothing productive — and that's the whole point.

Crowd levels seem manageable. This isn't a famous weekend magnet like some of the more promoted campsites, so you're likely getting a quieter experience compared to spots on the Peninsula. Good for beginners who want a gentle introduction to beach camping, and equally good for anyone who just wants to decompress without the drama of a rough terrain site.

The owner is hands-on and friendly — that came up in multiple reviews. Knowing there's someone around who actually cares about the place makes a difference, especially if you're bringing family or camping with younger kids. If you're hauling a lot of gear from the car to your tent spot, the TAHAN AllTerrain Foldable Wagon makes that whole thing much easier — it handles up to 100kg and folds flat when you're done.

Facilities

Environment

Clean and well-maintained. Multiple reviewers flagged this specifically. The owner keeps the place tidy.

Management

Owner is friendly and approachable. This is a privately run site, not a government recreational forest — you get actual human contact if something comes up.

What Campers Are Saying

Tom Low gave it five stars and called it one of the most relaxing and clean campsites you can find in Kuching. High bar, but the consistency across reviews backs it up. When multiple people say the same thing independently, there's something to it.

Jerry Wong described it as a quiet and peaceful beach — good for a short escape. That framing is accurate. Don't come here expecting activities or facilities-heavy glamping. Come here expecting to rest.

Alvin Kiu highlighted both the clean environment and the friendly owner in the same breath. The combination of a well-kept site with approachable management is genuinely rare. A lot of campsites have one or the other — not always both.

TAHAN Tip

Santubong coastline can get breezy at night, especially if you're right by the water. The breeze is nice during the day but at night it can be a bit more than expected. Pack a light sleeping layer — nothing too heavy, just enough so you're not waking up at 3am cursing yourself. The TAHAN HexLink Sleeping Bag is rated down to 18°C and converts into a blanket if it's not as cold — just right for coastal Sarawak nights where you never quite know how breezy it'll get.

Also, call ahead before you go. The number is 016-866 6432. It's a small privately managed site and confirming availability before you drive out is just good sense.

Mike has been camping across Malaysia for over 10 years — from jungle treks in Taman Negara to beach camps in Perhentian. He writes about it so you don't have to find out the hard way. Follow along on TAHAN Outdoor's blog for honest campsite reviews, every week.

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