Masai Village

This morning we headed back to the area of Tarangire National Park to visit a Masai Village. They are a migrant herding people who live a polygamist lifestyle. Each village is comprised of a father, his wives and, their many children. We were greeted by the father of this village and the chief of this territory.

The people shared their song and dance, then taught the women how to do some typical chores. Apparently the men don't do much except take care of the cattle and the sheep, killing the occasional lion or other predators.

Each wife has her own hut in order to raise her children and they are responsible for maintaining the roof and stucco.

The women prepare stucco by hand using cow dong, dirt and water, then spread it on the walls by hand as well.

After demonstrations we had the opportunity to buy beadwork and jewelry.