Bentong, Pahang

IKAN Glampsite

Luxury riverside glamping in Janda Baik: eighteen tents, KL weekend escape, retreats and celebrations

Feel

The place

Eighteen luxury tents on the river

Designer glamping across Haven, Alpine, Grove, Ridge, and Eden categories places you steps from a rainforest stream with queen beds, decks, and AC.

Haven: 40 sqm ensuite family tents

Five Haven units sleep three to five with generous ensuite bathrooms and private decks, IKAN spacious answer to first-time glamping near KL.

Fifty minutes from Kuala Lumpur

Janda Baik cool foothills are an easy Karak Highway drive from KL, making IKAN a practical weekend wellness escape.

Retreats, weddings, and team-building

Yoga retreats, ROM and wedding celebrations, corporate offsites, and boutique festivals use IKAN dedicated event venue and tent village.

Our read

The practice is structured, not decorative, and it stays small enough to feel like a house rather than a hotel.

Come here for

Being told what happens next, instead of planning it
Daily practice as the spine of the trip, not an add-on
Small groups and solo travellers who dislike crowds
Wildlife and landscape first, comfort second

Skip it if

You want resort scale, with several restaurants and a crowd to disappear into
You would rather improvise your days than follow a timetable
Early starts and long drives are not your idea of rest

We’d rather send you somewhere else than send you somewhere that doesn’t suit you.

IKAN Glampsite is a luxury glamping retreat in Janda Baik, Bentong, Pahang, set in the rainforest foothills of Malaysia. Eighteen designer tents line a riverside setting roughly fifty minutes from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway. Accommodation spans The Haven (five units, three to five guests, about 40 square metres with ensuite), The Alpine (five units, two to three guests, ensuite), The Grove (eight units, two to three guests), The Ridge (four units, three to five guests, ensuite), and The Eden (two units, three to five guests, ensuite). Queen bedding, private decks, air conditioning, and optional BBQ setups keep comfort high. Beyond overnight stays, IKAN hosts weddings and ROM ceremonies, yoga and wellness retreats, corporate team-building, workshops, and boutique festivals. On-site cafe service, outdoor movie nights at 9pm, campfire gatherings at 8:30pm, and upcoming coffee and tea workshops round out the experience.

04 - Stay

Ways to stay

Haven Ensuite Escape

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Spacious ~40 sqm Haven tent for three to five guests with ensuite, deck, and AC in the riverside grove.

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Alpine Couples Glamping

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Ensuite Alpine tent for two to three guests, ideal for a romantic Janda Baik weekend from KL.

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Wellness Retreat Venue

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Host yoga or wellness programs with tent accommodation and event space across the property.

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Full-Site Buyout

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Reserve all eighteen tents and venue areas for a private wedding, festival, or corporate retreat.

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More of the place

05 - Know

Before you go

Written from what the property publishes. Not yet checked by hand. Confirm on their site before you book.

Janda Baik, Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia, approximately fifty minutes from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway. Most guests drive from KL or nearby airports. Email hello@ikanglamp.co for turn-by-turn directions and parking guidance.

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Stay for

Confirm minimum nights and check-in times on ikanglamp.co when booking.

Children

Family-sized tents (Haven, Ridge, Eden) suit small groups; confirm occupancy and bedding with the property.

If plans change

Confirm current cancellation and deposit policies on the website or by email when booking.

Where is IKAN Glampsite?

IKAN Glampsite is in Janda Baik, Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia, in the rainforest foothills. It is about fifty minutes from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway.

How do I get to IKAN from Kuala Lumpur?

Most guests drive from KL on the Karak Highway to Janda Baik (roughly fifty minutes). Contact hello@ikanglamp.co for detailed directions and arrival guidance.

What tent categories are available?

Eighteen luxury tents: The Haven (5 units, 3-5 pax, ~40 sqm ensuite), The Alpine (5, 2-3 pax, ensuite), The Grove (8, 2-3 pax), The Ridge (4, 3-5 pax, ensuite), and The Eden (2, 3-5 pax, ensuite).

Is IKAN good for first-time glampers?

Yes. Tents include queen bedding, private decks, air conditioning, and ensuite bathrooms on premium categories, so comfort is closer to boutique hotel than basic camping.

What activities are on site?

On-site cafe, outdoor movie nights at 9pm, campfire at 8:30pm, and coming-soon coffee and tea workshops. The riverside setting is ideal for slow mornings and evening gatherings.

Can I host a yoga or wellness retreat?

Yes. IKAN welcomes yoga and wellness retreats, workshops, and related group programs. Email hello@ikanglamp.co to discuss dates and layout.

Do you host weddings and corporate events?

Yes. The venue supports weddings and ROM ceremonies, corporate team-building, workshops, boutique festivals, and full-site buyouts.

What is a full-site buyout?

A full-site buyout reserves the entire glampsite for your private event, retreat, or celebration. Contact the team for availability and pricing.

How do I book a stay?

Book or inquire at ikanglamp.co, email hello@ikanglamp.co, or call +60136339613.

Booked directly with the property. We take no fee.

At a glance

Stay lengths

1-2 night KL weekend glamping escape · 3-4 night wellness or family retreat · Multi-day private buyout for events or retreats

Stay type

The Haven · The Alpine · The Grove

Best seasons

Year-round foothill climate in Janda Baik; confirm tent availability for peak weekends and holidays
Weekday stays for quieter riverside time near KL

Ideal for

Kuala Lumpur residents seeking a fifty-minute nature reset
Couples and small groups wanting ensuite glamping tents
Yoga and wellness retreat organizers in Malaysia
Wedding and ROM planners looking for a glampsite venue
Corporate teams planning rainforest team-building offsites

Included

Luxury tent with queen bedding, private deck, and AC (category-dependent)
Ensuite bathrooms on Haven, Alpine, Ridge, and Eden categories
Riverside rainforest setting in Janda Baik
Access to on-site cafe and scheduled campfire and movie nights
Optional BBQ on selected units (confirm when booking)

As published by the property

Book early for long weekends and holiday periods from Kuala Lumpur.
Share group size and tent category preferences so the team can match Haven, Alpine, Grove, Ridge, or Eden units.
Event and buyout dates require direct coordination via hello@ikanglamp.co.

06 · Go

IKAN Glampsite

Bentong, Pahang

The practice is structured, not decorative, and it stays small enough to feel like a house rather than a hotel.

Season: Year-round foothill climate in Janda Baik; confirm tent availability for peak weekends and holidays
Getting there: Janda Baik, Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia, approximately fifty minutes from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway.
From where you are: Distance appears once we know where you are.
Included: Luxury tent with queen bedding, private deck, and AC (category-dependent) · Ensuite bathrooms on Haven, Alpine, Ridge, and Eden categories · Riverside rainforest setting in Janda Baik · Access to on-site cafe and scheduled campfire and movie nights