About this experience
Accommodation, traditional meals, and a variety of cultural activities included!
Non-touristy: Spend your days with locals and experience the real Tanzania.
Kanga Homestay offers real local experiences.
Some homestays have simple facilities. We offer Village Stays and Comfort Stays.
Minimum Stay: 2 Nights / 3 Days
Included Activities:
● Cooking Local Meals
● Fetching Water with a Donkey
● Collect Firewood from the Bush
● Milking Cows and Goats
● Taking Cattle to Pasture
● Local Market Visit
Available Excluded Options on-site:
● Traditional Dancing - 5,000 TZS p.p.
● Making Shanga (Maasai Beadwork) - 10,000 TZS
● Crafting Maasai Garments with Shanga - Prices vary and will be discussed on-site
● Visit Maasai Boma, Loshoro Tasting - 10,000 TZS p.p.
The selected booking date is the check-in date.
Check-in after 2:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Guests can reschedule for free up to 10 days before their stay (once only), with new dates within 2 months, subject to availability.
At a glance
- Duration: 72 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 72 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
What is included
- Activities (Cooking Local Meals, Fetching Water with a Donkey, Milking Cows and Goats & many more)
- All meals during your stay are included; Breakfast (not on day of arrival); Lunch (not on day of departure); Dinner (not on day of departure)
- Accommodation
Not included
- Visit typical Maasai Boma incl. Loshoro Tasting - 10,000 TZS per person
- Traditional Dancing 30-minute session - 5,000 TZS per person
- Making Shanga (Maasai Beadwork) - 10,000 TZS per bracelet/necklace
- Transfers from or to Arusha City Center / JRO Airport / ARK Airport are available on request after booking.
Itinerary and highlights
Off-the-Grid Bliss: Milking Cows & Goats, drink purest milk & fetch water with a Donkey while living the true Tanzanian Life with a Family in Arusha’s Countryside!
Experience true Maasai village life at Likamba Homestay, where 10 welcoming families open their homes and hearts to you: Become part of a vibrant rural community, guided by local expert Doreen. Stay in traditional or modern Maasai homes, enjoy authentic activities like milking cows, fetching water, and cooking with your hosts. Swap families during longer stays for deeper insights. End your days with sunset views of Mount Meru. A visit to Likamba offers a genuine, cultural escape full of warmth, nature and unforgettable moments.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- After your booking is confirmed, we’ll send you detailed information about the meeting point, contact details, and other important information. Please make sure that you are reachable via mobile, preferably WhatsApp, for easy communication.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kanga Homestay
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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