Rolep Tribal Homestay

We secured our leave at the eleventh hour. While browsing YouTube, I chanced upon Rolep Tribal Homestay in East Sikkim. That is how I was introduced to Roshan Rai, the chief evangelist of Rolep Tribal. Roshan is a master of experiential travel. A wildlife photographer and eco-tourism professional, he is also an ardent admirer of Rabindranath Tagore’s works and philosophy. I was fortunate to have the personal planning assistance of both him and his team. My journeys took me to Rolep, Dokchin, and Zuluk. Through these places one may encounter simplicity, wildlife, and nature in its most unadulterated form. The experience was superlative: immaculate rooms and washrooms, windows that open directly to the living landscape, organic food, and a staff whose support is as quiet as it is unwavering. Here, you live nature, local culture, and authentic organic cuisine in their purest expression. I recommend his services to anyone willing to listen quietly to the song of the birds, the gurgle of the brooks, and the cool breeze that accompanies walks through farms, valleys, and mountain slopes; to those who would trek to hidden hamlets and savor fare that nourishes spirit, mind, and soul alike. On the road less travelled, Where pine-clad ridges keep their ancient hush, And untamed streams trace silver through the fern, I chose the path the weary world would shun And found the earth, with open hands in return. Best Wishes, Arnab Naskar

We had a truly wonderful time in Rolep and Zuluk, Sikkim. The stay was cozy, the food was delicious, and the entire journey was beautifully arranged. A heartfelt thanks to Roshan ji for his warmth, care, and thoughtful hospitality, which made us feel completely at home and turned the trip into a very special memory.

Tribal homestay, its owner Mr Roshan Rai and his entire team, including Anisha, Nisha, Aniwas, Rajkumar and Subinsa, deserve a huge round of applause for the tremendous job they are doing in this remote east Sikkim village. We had no complaints during our stay (3 nights/4 days) here. The hospitality was amazing, the staff went out of the way to ensure that everything was in order. The food was superb (our special requests -- trout and pork -- were arranged and the preparations were par excellence). The location of the homestay deserves a five-star rating, with the roaring Rangpo khola flowing by it. The rooms were cozy, regularly cleaned, the besheets, pillow covers and towels were changed everyday. The balcony offered splendid birding opportunities with rare species like Spangled Drongo, Common Green Magpie, Orange-bellied Leafbird and Black-throated Sunbird making regular appearances. The river offered a few more species like Brown Dipper, Plumbeous Water Redstart and Crested Kingfisher. The hanging bridges of Rolep added another dimension to the landscape. A stroll in and around the village was very refreshing. Mr Rai, himself an avid birder, is a repository of information and a very amiable person. All in all, it's a perfect location for an idyllic vacation. We plan to come back asap as spending a a whole day at the enchanting riverside campsite at Chachal is due.

It was so nice to visit Rolep tribal homestay..it was just feels like a home where everyone of the team was so good and they take care so much to their guest which feels like a family.. And I had experience so much in Rolep i really like the culture and traditional food which was so healthy and fresh. Every food was so good and delicious. And kitchen team Anisha,Nisha,Aniwash and Sunil they are so friendly who really cared for their guest always helpful towards us ... Thank you for your service it was just amazing hope we will meet again and I will be back soon.

I had an amazing experience with Team Tribal and the host Sir Roshan during our trip to Sikkim! From start to finish, everything was handled so smoothly. They offer a wide range of packages across all of Sikkim — including Silk Route, North Sikkim, Pelling, Ravangla, even offbeat destinations and many more other packages as well — so you really get the freedom to explore the state the way you want. One of the best parts was their transportation service. Whether it’s a cab or a complete travel setup, everything was reliable, comfortable, and well-managed. What truly sets them apart is their eco-friendly approach. They genuinely care about nature and sustainability. I absolutely loved their thoughtful gesture of giving handmade soaps made from natural ingredients like leaves — such a unique and meaningful welcome gift! The food they provided was fresh, organic, and delicious, which made the overall experience even more special. You can really feel their connection with nature in everything they do. If you're planning a trip to Sikkim and want a mix of comfort, authenticity, and eco-conscious travel, I would highly recommend them!