Kajiado: Maasai Beading Class with Artisans
ID: GYG1174004-1799854
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in Maasai culture with a beading class in Kajiado. Learn traditional techniques, create your own beaded jewelry, and discover the symbolism behind Maasai colors and patterns.
Immerse yourself in authentic Maasai culture on this hands-on beading class in Kajiado. Sit together with skilled Maasai artisans and learn the traditional techniques used to create beautiful beadwork that carries deep cultural meaning.
As you design and assemble your own beaded bracelet or necklace, your hosts explain the symbolism behind Maasai colors and patterns—from red representing bravery to blue symbolizing the sky and rain. The session is relaxed, interactive, and suitable for all skill levels.
By the end of the experience, take home a one-of-a-kind handmade souvenir, along with a deeper appreciation of Maasai artistry, identity, and storytelling. Perfect as a cultural day trip from Nairobi or a meaningful stop in southern Kenya, this experience blends creativity, heritage, and connection in a memorable way.
Highlights
- Create your own beaded bracelet or necklace with Maasai artisans
- Learn about the symbolism behind Maasai colors and patterns
- Enjoy a relaxed, interactive session suitable for all skill levels
- Take home a one-of-a-kind handmade souvenir
- Gain a deeper appreciation of Maasai artistry, identity, and storytelling
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Suitable for all skill levels
Relaxed and interactive session
Opportunity to learn about Maasai culture and symbolism
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Hands-on beading class
- Instruction from skilled Maasai artisans
- Materials for creating a beaded bracelet or necklace
- Explanation of Maasai colors and patterns symbolism
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
