Abstract
This study clarifies that the Malaysian Homestay Program (MHP) is related to the existing social organization and community activities at Malay Kampung through these points: 1. The role of the Homestay Committee is similar to the role of the existing Village Development and Security Committee, 2. Villagers use MHP facility as a community facility, 3. MHP tourists take part in the village's daily, economic, community and cultural activities. At Sungai Sireh Homestay, Selangor, cooperation among five villages; organized by a cooperative body; participation of district local authorities; and additional activities of eco-tourism, create the characteristics in its management.
