Omusaona Traditional Himba Village — Attraction in Kunene Region

I have to be honest and say these types of local villages make my cringe. It feels like poverty tourism. I didn't enjoy. We did learn a few things about the Himba culture. The adults were ok but kids kept asking for money or water, and did grab at pockets. Watch your stuff. They do have a well nearby. The guide did should at the kids to go away but that just make it feel more awkward The tour didn't have much structure, more of an amble around the little circle of huts. There is an area to buy crafts to support the village, although most of the crafts can be bought at other roadside stalls for substantially less money. But buy them if you want to support...

Disgusting, just like the other Himba villages in the area. He pressures you into buying overpriced, old and broken souvenirs. They put bracelets on your hands against your will. The visit lasted only 10-15 minutes. We didn't learn anything about the local culture. They are just taking money from tourists. Considering how fat they are, this money is probably pulling...

Que dire ... c'est clairement un tourisme de charité. Le "chef" du village nous fait une visite du bidonville en 10 minutes avec quelques explications sur leur culture. Puis on nous emmène vers un mini-marché où les femmes et les enfants nous vendent des babioles hors de prix (comptez 20€ pour un bracelet). A la fin de la visite, le "chef" demande 200 dollars namibiens par personne au lieu des 100 demandés initialement, soit-disant pour "soutenir la communauté". Difficile de dire non avec les 15 enfants autour de soit te faisant les poches en même temps et tout le monde qui te met la pression ... ils jouent sur ce biais cognitif. Au final pour 15 minutes de visite et 2 babioles (et un chouchou volé) celà nous a coûté 50€. N'y allez que si vous aimez faire des dons à des associations...