Cultural Centre
The women of Umoja live in work in a women's only manyatta. They invite tourists to visit their
manyatta to learn about Samburu life, culture, and history, as well as the history of Umoja.
Tourists are given a guided tour during which they visit the preschool, a women's home, the napoo
(the village's parliament), and the curio shop where the women display their beadwork. The tour
also includes traditional singing and dancing by the women and morans. This unique opportunity
should not be missed!
Campsite
Umoja owns and operates a campsite next to the Uaso Ngiro River. The site offers fabulous views,
a cool breeze, and a relaxed atmosphere where campers can enjoy the unique landscape. Since the
Buffalo Springs Reserve is located across the river, it is not unusual to see wildlife, such as
elephants, in the distance. The campsite is complete with clean latrines, showers, cooking and
dining facilities, and a refreshment stand. Arrangements can be made ahead of time for an authentic
Samburu dinner, followed by an evening of singing and dancing around a bonfire and stargazing.
Cultural Museum
USAID is funding a museum depicting Samburu history and tradition using artifacts collected from
the region. The completion of the museum is anticipated for September 2007.
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