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MYSTIC SOULS

Under the boundless beautiful dark sky, the excitement of African wilderness is revitalized. As the Maasai begin their traditional Unoto festivities, they welcome us to join in their ancient celebrations.

Soft reflections of the moonlight on the dangling stars enhance our rejoicing movements. Our magnificent guides surround us with the pure nature of powerful rhythms and invigorating performances.

Our minds are at peace and our souls are euphoric as we dance into the night. We are warmed by the reminder of Maasai - They are like no other.

Glenn Brock



Maasai Links

Students seeking information about Maasai, please go to Maasai and Agents of Change: Exclusive Maasai information by a Maasai Warrior who has been to the western world

How it All Started

The Maasai, Adventures Great and Small

Maasai featured on CNN Inside Africa.

 

Activities at the Lodge

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Celebration Dance

Before you retire to your room, be enlightened with the Maasai marriage ceremony – E Unoto. From singing, men strutting and jumping, to flirting and finally selection of brides you will see a condensed version from 30 days to 30 minutes.
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African Acrobats

Enjoy the power and precision of the African acrobats after dinner. Watch as they amaze you with their incredible stunts.
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Traditional Maasai Wedding

A Maasai wedding is very colorful. The bride wears a long garment made of the softest and most beautifully tanned sheepskin. She is adorned with many bead necklaces, Maasai silver and copper, wrapped jewelry.
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Guided walk to the Waterfall

This trek takes you along a nature trail where you will have a chance to see indigenous plant species and learn how important their roots, barks, leaves and fruits are to the Maasai..
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About the Location

From Arusha, drive through town, past the coffee plantations and Arusha Airport. Keep driving along this road for approximately 45 minutes until you come to the Tarangire/Lake Manyara junction.

Turn right and follow this road for about 20 minutes towards the escarpment. Just before you reach the township of Mto wa Mbu.. Read more...

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