Ngapuh Homestead 

About Ngapuh Homestead

Ngapuh Homestead sits beside the river with the steep slopes of the Bungo Range National Park rising behind. It is a place for ecotourism and for gatherings with architects, designers and entrepreneurs who come for cultural exchange. Here, modern life meets traditional living.

At the heart of the homestead is the Community Lodge, opened in 2023. What began as a simple idea to build a humble rest house has grown into a living project that supports the village and welcomes guests to rainforest life. 

Ngapuh Homestead is not just a place to stay. It is a community, a place to plant trees for the next generation. When you visit, you become part of the story, supporting Kampung Rejoi Nyegol.

What to Expect

Sleep deep in the rainforest, cross traditional suspension bridges, hike to hidden waterfalls, and cook the Bidayuh way using bamboo over an open fire. This is not your usual Borneo adventure. You will be fully immersed in nature and Bidayuh culture, far from the beaten path. It is all about slowing down, reconnecting with the land, and experiencing life as the Bidayuh people live it.

Your experience is guided by the local Bidayuh community and hosted by a kind hearted English and Bidayuh couple, Lottie and Lelem, who built their homestead in the rainforest. This jungle stay gives you access to authentic rainforest experiences. You will walk Bidayuh ancestral land, and your visit directly supports local families and conservation efforts. It is more than sustainable. It is a forward thinking regenerative community.

This retreat is ideal for travellers who want something meaningful. If you value authenticity, want to connect with local people, and love the idea of sleeping deep in the rainforest and waking up to a home cooked breakfast beside the river, this is your kind of escape.

Community Lodge

Our Community Lodge has 2 guest rooms, as well as a central community space above the reception. Each room sleeps up to 4 people on single mats on the floor, we can host up to 8 guests in total. Each private room has its own private toilet and shower.

We are off grid in the rainforest and only reachable by boat and foot. There are no shops nearby, so please bring all the essentials you will need for your stay.

Guests are welcome to use the simple outdoor kitchenette which has a sink, hob, basic pots and utensils. It is ideal for boiling water, making tea or preparing light snacks.

Community Association

Ngapuh Homestead is a nonprofit community association that supports the local kampung community through ecotourism, traditional crafts and cultural exchange. All funds directly support community and kampung based projects. 

Bengoh Range National Park 

The forest around us is shared with many other animals, many are protected under Sarawak’s Wildlife Protection Ordinance. Most are shy, so every sighting is rare and special. Below is a list of key animal and plant species we’ve personally come across over time:

Our Pets

We share our homestead with our 4 cats who are part of the family. Their Bidayuh names are Bidayuh, Su’met (Mustache), Quick’quick (Scream'Shout), Te’lung (Jungle) and Mau’wee (Rattan Cat).