welcome to village life
A major money-spinner for Kampung Sungai Sireh Homestay is its agro-tourism products. This homestay programme is participated by homes that span five neighbouring villages. They are Kampung Sungai Sireh, Kampung Ampangan, Kampung Parit Dua Sungai Burung, Kampung Seri Gambut and Kampung Sawah Sempadan.
to the paddy field
dehusking
Located at Pekan Tanjung Karang in the District of Kuala Selangor, I was told that its scenic paddy fields have been the backdrop of many a local Malay drama and movie. “Sepet” is one such movie that comes to mind.
fishing
2-time lucky Ryan
All together, there are almost thirty families participating in this homestay programme, and they open their homes to strangers as and when there is a request.
Nicky is over-excited trying to hold tight to his eel
cleaning the eel
From my recent visit and stay, I would say that a kampung (village) lifestyle is an experience that not many of us can get used to.
frying it
fried eel
Homes come in three grades, from top grade to third grade. Therefore, I would advise potential guests to explicitly state their requirements when booking a home.
top-spinning
kite-flying
For example, some homes may come well-equipped with hot shower, satellite TV and WiFi internet connection. These are the amenities that we city folks have gotten so used to that they are taken for granted.
cruising down Sungai Benkenel
batik-painting
On the other hand, some homes, especially the third grade ones, are not as comfortable. During peak seasons, it’s quite possible that the only homes available are these lower end ones. Therefore, the trick to getting a better home is to book early and to state your preferences.
weaving
tractor wagon
The physical aspects of homes aside, most village folks, mainly of Malay and Javanese descent, are exceptionally friendly, to the point of being nosy. They have no qualms asking about your age, marital status, and how many children you have, if any.
nasi ambeng to be shared among 5 people
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1 Comments
At June 11, 2013, Tourist wrote:
While promoting their eco-products with kampung environment, homestay promoters must upgrade their toilet and bathroom facilities to urban standards.
I have been to worse homestays, you seem to have had a better deal!