Maasai Village 3-Day Safari Adventure
Maasai Village 3-Day Safari Adventure
Immerse yourself in the vibrant African culture by staying with the Maasai community, one of the few tribes that have preserved their ancient traditions. Discover the art of building a Manyatta, mastering fire-making without modern tools, cooking over an open flame, and herding cattle in the sprawling wilderness. Join in their traditional songs and dances, experiencing life as a Maasai warrior through a range of exhilarating activities.
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Dive deep into African heritage by immersing yourself in the day-to-day life of the Maasai Community, one of the last tribes in the country preserving its rich cultural traditions. This unique experience offers you the chance to master the skills of building a Manyatta, creating fire from the barest essentials, cooking traditional meals over firewood, and herding cattle across the expansive wilderness. But that's not all; you'll also have the opportunity to learn the vibrant singing and dancing techniques of the Maasai Warriors, along with many other exhilarating activities. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Maasai culture.
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Itinerary
Experience the African Culture with the Maasai Community
Live amongst one of the few tribes in the country that still retain their rich culture. Discover the fascinating lifestyle of the Maasai by learning to build a Manyatta, make fire without matches, cook with firewood, herd cattle in the wild, and immerse in the singing and dancing of the Maasai Warriors among other captivating activities.
Itinerary
Day 1: Journey to Masai Mara
Depart Nairobi for the Masai Mara - Early morning after breakfast, start the Safari to Maasai Mara with a scenic stopover at the Great Rift Valley escarpment for a photo session. Continue to a Maasai Village outside Maasai Mara Game Reserve, greeted by a welcome song and dance from the Warriors and Women. Check into your Manyatta and enjoy an authentic African lunch. Interact with the village members in the afternoon, learning about their way of life, the building of a Manyatta, jewelry making, cooking, and herding livestock. Evening entertainment includes song and dance around a bonfire, enriched with stories and history from the elders. Stay overnight in a Maasai Manyatta.
Day 2: Full Day at Masai Mara
After breakfast, embark on a full-day game viewing drive at the Mara National Park to catch sight of the Big 5, explore the Mara River, and perhaps glimpse the border of Serengeti and Maasai Mara. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the picturesque spots of the park. Return to the Manyatta in the evening, where you will participate in preparing dinner, including slaughtering a goat and learning to barbecue in the traditional African way. Experience making fire without matchsticks and enjoy the company of your hosts as they share traditional songs. The evening's entertainment continues till midnight. Stay overnight in a Maasai Manyatta.
Day 3: Return to Nairobi
Commence the day with an early morning game drive to spot any unseen animals, followed by breakfast and check-out. Bid farewell to your new family and depart for Nairobi, carrying with you memories of a truly immersive cultural experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 2 Nights Stay in a Maasai Manyatta
- A Cultural Experience of a Lifetime
- Learning How to Bead Work, Make Manyattas, Cooking, Taking Care of Family - For Women
- Graduation Ceremony led by Elders on your last night.
- Park entrance fees
- Game viewing drive
Exclusions
- Anything not mentioned.
Important Notes
- Experience the African Culture by living with the Maasai Community
- Learn to build a Manyatta, make fire without match sticks, cook with firewood
- Experience herding cattle in the wild, singing and dancing like the Maasai Warriors
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Pick up from your residence or hotel in Nairobi