Masai Village — Attraction in Siana ward

TOURIST SCAM, here is why. Entrance fee is 50$/couple. The second we got inside, the masai "guide" asked for an extra donation / extra tip for himself because he is "helping the children" inside the village, although (surprise!) he asked to not give him such money in front of the other people because they are jealous of him (...). Of course, he was just trying to get extra money out of the already high entrance fee. Of course we didn't give anything more. He then spent approx 2 minutes to show how to make fire, then tried to sell us the firemaker tools (some wood stick!). Basically no explanation about the village whatsoever.

We then spent more time on the souvenir market than on the village itself. When inside the market, one of the masai will follow you trying to make you buy something from each stand. At the end the inevitable bargain: we wanted 2 bracelets and 2 bookmarks, the masai started the bargain from an outrageous 70 (SEVENTY) $. At the end we eventually left.

We complained to our guide, who promised that it's not normally like this, but it's honestly...

This is little more than a tourist 'rip-off'. We paid $40 per person (cash and no change given) to enter the village. The introductory welcoming dances were good. Afterwards we were shown how they make fire and then sat in one of the houses and were told a little about life there. No more than 30 minutes after arriving we were whisked to the ‘market’ area, a series of unattended stalls. The two of us were the only ones there except for three men from the village who followed us around the stalls. For the sake of politeness we selected three small gift items. They named a price of $90 for these three items (similar could be bought at the airport for about $25). They seemed somewhat affronted that we would not agree to the price suggested or to their final offer of $70. This whole thing certainly didn’t show the Maasai in a good light. We departed passing the more modern Maasai homes a short distance from the...

My visit to the Maasai village was a truly enriching and unforgettable experience. I was captivated by the vibrant culture, warm hospitality, and the deep-rooted traditions of the Maasai people. From witnessing their energetic dances and learning about their way of life to exploring their unique craftsmanship and listening to their fascinating stories, every moment was filled with awe and admiration. The sense of community and harmony with nature that they embody left a profound impact on me. It was a privilege to be welcomed into their world, and this visit will remain a cherished memory...