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,
Mswakini Chini is situated around 120 km from Arusha and borders the Tarangire National Park. 1 day is enough to visit the village, but it’s best to extend your trip to 2 days and combine it with visiting the park itself.
Day 1
After a safari game drive in the Tarangire National Park, you can spend the night relaxing at the secluded Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge.
Day 2
After breakfast, you will hike with a Maasai warrior through the forest to a traditional Maasai village, where you will be greeted with traditional songs and dance. The Maasai guide will help you to spot wildlife and also show you different trees and plants that are used for making food and medicine. In the afternoon you will go back to Arusha.
Experience level
Activity Intensity: - Low, game drives
Accommodation: - Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge
Cultural: - Visit a Maasai village
Inclusions
Transport - Pick up and return to your accommodation in Arusha
Meals - Dinner and breakfast and opportunities to purchase other meals will be available
Accommodation - Stay at Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge or in basic accommodation with western style toilet. Tank water and tap.
Included Activities - Safari game drive through national park. Walk to a Maasai village. See traditional songs and dance
What to bring
Sleeping bag (unless staying in Lodge)
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.