Maasai

The Maasai's

There are more than 120 different tribe in Tanzania , that means more than 120 different languages . with a country over 45million we are all connected with one language KISWAHILI . you may call us SWAHILI people .

Each tribe has got their specialties according to their geographical position and features

The northern Tanzania is homeland for the Maasai people although now are seen in different parts of the country . Through history the Maasais’ have had a reputation for being fearless warriors

They are among the best known local populations due to their residence near the many game parks . and their distinctive customs and dress. "so don't be shocked by seen a maasai inside ngorongoro creater on foot , maasai their animal best friends as they don't do hunting "Their language is called “Maa” – from here the name Maasai, which literally means "Maa" speaker. The Maasais appearance is easily recognized, as the men are wearing bright red carpets and traditional sandals, as well as holding their long walking sticks. The women often wear blue kangas, keep their hair short and wear a lot of beautiful jewelries. The Maasais are cattle breeders and their cattle are almost sacred to them. The cattle are a sign of wealth and are used as payment.

The Maasai house are known as Bomas , made by wood and covered by cow dungs. The houses are placed in a circle and goats and cows are being kept in the inner circle to keep them safe from predators during the night.

Its worth visiting Maasai as they happy to share their history and show you around, due to the technology most of tribes have lost most of their believes but not Maasai's.