The Maasai are the most well-known of East Africa's tribes.
Several villages in the Ngorongoro Area of Tanzania offer a cultural visit as a means to earn funds. Typically half the tourist fees are given to the general community and half the fees are paid to the participants of the 'traditional village'. All tourist purchases belong to the person who created the item thereby benefiting them directly. Photography is encouraged and is included in your experience.
Smart business people - they're not shy - asking high prices for their goods - they expect negotiation.
Duma
Our guide at Lake Manyara - He's cute and knows it - he was a shyly gracious model.
At the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
The lodge provides space for the ladies to showcase their talent and spread their goods for tourists to shop. Asking money for photos is strictly forbidden.
At the Irkeepusi Maasai Cultural Boma - 2019
At the Irkeepusi Maasai Cultural Boma - 2025
Alanana - the village Headman
Whatever happened to cause the tears happened before we arrived.
We also enjoyed the welcoming persons in the Central Market in Arusha
