3. Esilalei Walking

8. Loosirwa

Combine a day at Lake Manyara National Park with a day being looked after in Loosirwa

7. Mswakina Chini

Combine a safari game drive on one day with an easy walk with a Maasai warrior through the forest to a traditional Maasai village the next,

1. Mount Longido Hike

Be greeted with traditional dances and songs at the village, then guided by a Maasai warrior follow narrow footpaths through a dense natural forest and trails created by buffaloes to reach the top of Mt Longido, or shorter hikes to local waterholes.

Mount Longido Hike – Kiserian & Ol Tepesi

2. Makuyuni

Welcome to the village with traditional songs and dances. Feel like a real Maasai warrior with the sarifice of a goat in your honour and share in the feast around the campfire. Hike the next day to a Baobab tree to learn how to throw a spear like awarrior.

Combine a a wildlife game drive in the park.with a visit to the secluded village of Ordukai passing on the way by a beautiful oasis. Hike an off the beaten track with a Maasai guide or drive to a traditional fishermen’s village.

4. Sinya Village

The sky above Sinya is perfect for stargazing. In the thick darkness of the night you might also see mysterious flashing lights. Your guide will explain you were do they come from.

5. Kitenden Village

Be enchanted by the childen in our pre-school in Kitenden and experience the best views of Mt Kilamanjaro as the sun goes down. Hike to the mysterious Singing Rock and local caves where Maassai wariors gather rt eat meat.

6. Ordukai Village

After a safari game drive in the park, you can spend the night at the Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge. The next day after breakfast, we will drive to the secluded village of Ordukai passing on the way by a beautiful oasis.

Hikers

Esilalei is situated around 120 km from Arusha and only 12 km from the Lake Manyara National Park. That’s why it is highly recommended to combine visiting the village with a wildlife game drive in the park.

Day 1

After a whole day safari game drive in the park you can spend the night at Isoitok Camp Manyara, where you can witness a traditional goat sacrifice followed by a Maasai BBQ and Swahili buffet spread. Or stay at the Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge not far away.

Day 2

The next day you will drive to secluded village of Ordukai passing on the way by a beautiful oasis. In the village you will be greeted by the Maasai people with traditional dances and songs. Hike through the forest with a Maasai guide who will help you spot wildlife and also show you different plants and trees that are used for making food and medicine.

There is also an off the beaten track option for the adventurous. You can drive to a traditional fishermen’s village situated on the shore of Lake Manyara. It’s a great place for birdwatching, but also be prepared for experiencing a cultural shock seeing the everyday struggle of local fishermen.

(2 days, I night)

Experience level

Activity Intensity - Low

Cultural - Visit a local Maasai village. Opportunity to buy traditional art and craft and take part in a traditional goat sacrifice and feast.

Accommodation - Lodges and camping available

Inclusions

Transport - Pick up and return to your accommodation in Arusha

Meals - Dinner and Breakfast. Opportunities to purchase other meals will be available

Accommodation - Basic. Western style toilet. Tank water and tap.

Included Activities - Visit a local Maasai village. Safari game drive. Opportunity to buy traditional art and craft.

What to bring

Sleeping bag
Insect repellent, sunscreen, medications (this is a malaria zone)
Water (recommend 5 litres per day), this can be purchased along the way, please inform your guide
Appropriate footwear (hiking shoes) and clothes
A sense of adventure

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8. Loosirwa

7. Mswakina Chini

1. Mount Longido Hike

2. Makuyuni