This was a great getaway in the savanna! Peaceful environment, surely one of the best secured and respected eco leaving systems in a Maasai Village. Love nature? You are most likely to love and enjoy your stay and environment. My family and I were truly grateful for the experience!

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

A unique and memorable experience. Everyone was extremely welcoming and made us feel comfortable and at home. Thank you for having us and for teaching us. We’ll remember this forever.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

A Truly Unique and Heartwarming Experience with the Maasai Tribe at Eco Boma 🌍💫 We’ve just returned from an unforgettable four-day stay with the Maasai tribe at Eco Boma, and I can say without hesitation that it was the experience of a lifetime. From the moment we arrived, we were embraced by the vibrant Maasai community, staying in a traditional mud hut that allowed us to immerse ourselves fully in their culture. Our time was filled with incredible experiences, including visiting the local school, meeting the village’s medicine man, and spending time with the children. Watching my son interact and play with them was both fun and heartwarming—it was so special for him to learn about this rich culture first-hand. We also had the chance to try traditional Maasai activities like throwing spears, making beads, and learning how to start a fire. A memorable part of our stay were two walks—one at sunset and another at sunrise—where we explored the stunning surroundings and learned more about the land and its wildlife. Every evening, we could dance under the stars with the Maasai, which was a magical experience, particularly for our 7-year-old. The food was simple yet delicious, truly a taste of the land. The staff at Eco Boma were incredibly kind and accommodating, always ensuring we were comfortable and well taken care of. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and their warmth added to the overall experience. What made this experience even more meaningful was knowing that 30% of the cost of our stay directly supports the local school. It felt good to know that our visit was helping the next generation of Maasai children. We also booked two safaris arranged by Eco Boma—one to Tarangire National Park and another to Lake Manyara National Park. For $900, including an incredible guide and lunch, it was absolutely worth every penny. The same guide picked us up from Kilimanjaro airport for $150, and the hotel arranged a seamless taxi service to near Arusha for $100.

Stayed in July 2025

Our 2-night stay at Maasai Eco Boma & Lodge in Makuyuni was truly unforgettable — a genuine highlight of our family’s trip to Tanzania. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed with a traditional Maasai dance, setting the tone for an enriching cultural experience. The staff were exceptionally friendly and made us feel part of the community from the start. We took part in a morning walk with our Maasai warrior guides, toured the local village and the school project. Meeting the principal and having a guided tour from the vice principal — including a stop in a classroom full of bright, engaging children — was a real privilege. We also had the chance to try beading, meet the local healer, watch a fire-making demonstration, and enjoy a wide selection of delicious local dishes. One evening we dined under the stars, followed by energetic Maasai dancing — an experience none of us will forget. Staying in a traditional boma gave us a unique glimpse into the Maasai way of life, and we came away with a deep appreciation for their strong sense of community and cultural pride. This was not just a stay — it was a meaningful connection with an extraordinary culture. We can’t recommend it highly enough!

Stayed in June 2025

Lovely people! Incredibly friendly

Stayed in July 2025

/

People

Stayed in June 2025

Truly unique opportunity to live, learn and dance with the Maasai. Treat and care for you like family. Enjoyed the nature walk with the warriors who taught us about medicinal plants, house construction and customs. The food is really good, they are very accommodating and kind. The best lodging experience will return.

Stayed in April 2025

The property is created as a project to fund the school of almost 500 preschool and elementary school children. 30% of the funds go directly to school.

Stayed in January 2025

That I can't live there forever :(

A truly life-changing experience and perhaps the best stay of our entire trip. I can't describe how welcoming, inclusive, and warm these people are. The moment you arrive, you feel like you are part of them and their tribe. You sleep in charming huts with excellent toilet and shower facilities, and the beds were very comfortable. Honestly, I would have been as happy just sleeping on the floor in the huts with them as long as I can just stay there. We enjoyed a village tour, and if you want, you can also dress like a Maasai. While we learned a lot about their culture, for me, the highlight was just playing with the kids and petting all their animals. Their children were the sweetest! Please say hi to all of them, especially Gracy—such a lovely girl! I felt so happy playing with them, dancing, and singing. We even danced with the Maasai, and my boyfriend is still so impressed by how high he managed to jump! The mamas were also really nice ages made sure to include me in the dancing. The girls from the reception area were so kind, friendly, and caring. I seriously didn’t want to leave. I just wanted to stay there forever, and I cried rivers when we left. Even though it was a short visit, I don’t know why, but these people found a big spot in my heart. I miss you already!

Stayed in December 2024

The people and the culture are amazing and everyone there wishes to share with visitors. Service is excellent. Be prepare for an extraordinary experience! And by the way you will be contributing to their community project to fund the construction of their school!

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing!

Wow. Wow. Wow. This was such an amazing experience. Probably one of the top during my trip through East Africa. This is more like an all inclusive stay than just a room for the night. We got dinner breakfast, and walking tours. Those tours were amazing we got to walk through the bush with the masai, learn about their way of life, the wildlife, plants, etc. The room is great. Traditional mud hut with modern amenities including power. Wifi was only in the common area but worked great. They danced for us when we got there. The service and friendless for this place was outstanding better than the "fancy" lodges we stayed. The food was delicious and fresh. Most importantly the money goes to help run the school in the back. It is located an hour from Arusha and can be arranged with to stay before or after your safari. They also offer transport. Please stay here!

Stayed in December 2024

Maybe that not a lot of people talk about it.

An authentic experience although obviously created to host guests and share their lives.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

It was perfect. We felt so welcomed. We loved Sane, Steven, Pilaco, Agnecy and all others. We also had such interesting experience with Maasais.

Stayed in November 2024

All of the things you’d expect with a stay in a Boma is excellent. Food is included, and great. The rooms are comfortable and authentic. WiFi is good in common area. The location, although peaceful, is actually not so remote that it’s very hard to get to (took me 1 hour on a bus from Arusha). The location is stunningly beautiful, rivalling some of the national parks in the area. I stayed for three days, and left feeling part of the family. Steve is an incredible guide, taking me out around the village, teaching me to throw a spear, and showing me how to make a Maasai fire. All of the staff are from Makuyuni village, and are really keen to show guests Maasai culture. Sane is a brilliant and attentive host. Agnes and the rest of the ladies in the dining hall are wonderful. If you stay a couple of days, you’ll get the opportunity to dance into the night with the community which this place supports. The Boma helps fund a school next door which has over 400 children, including over 100 who stay in dormitories on-site from the wider region. You’ll be woken by their singing each morning, and perhaps get to see up close what your nightly fee helps cover - classrooms, books and teachers.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing to point out, everything was great!

This was by far the best experience we had in Tanzania, staying here was our best choice. After a few days in Zanzibar and a safari in Serengeti we decided to stop over in this maasai village. At first we were not sure if the comfort would be in line with our standards(we usually stay in medium/high-end hotels), but in the end the experience was so incredible that it made up for it! When you get to the village you are welcomed through a local dance, they have many activities planned for you (you can go on a morning walk, help with the cattle, see how they prepare the local medicine). The best part of staying here is the beautiful underlying project that you will be financing, part of the proceeds will be used to finance a local school (that is just behind the accommodation, you can go visit it) and some other projects they are developing (a water dam, a henhouse, etc). Staff is extremely nice, very welcome and friendly. Stay here if you want to have a true Tanzanian experience and support the local population!

Stayed in August 2024

The cultural activities were very fun. The hosts were very accommodating and inclusive. Learnt a lot from this experience

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing.

This place is simply awesome. It is held by an association that has a school for the kids of the region, so it is an NGO that promotes education. And they partially finances that school with that accommodations. It is held by Maasai people and as soon as you arrive, you are very welcomed. The place is nice, small Maasai hut, rudimentary, but works perfectly. The people are very nice, you can do walks in the bush with them, they teach you some stuffs about Maasai culture, they welcome you with a traditional dance, place is quiet, school is next door, making a nice ambiance. Food is really good and there is plenty of it. I can only recommend this place, it was not only a nice place to stay, but it was an excellent experience, thanks a lot. By the way, not too far from Tarangire NP, apparently there is a small entrance closer than the main one. We did not know about it first.

Stayed in August 2024

We have one regret: that we only stayed there one night. I would definitely stay longer if I went back.

We had an amazing experience staying here. The owner and the staff were wonderful: they were so friendly, charming and attentive and made us feel so much welcome. The lodges are very nice, located in a beautiful and peaceful environment and the food is very good. We had a very interesting tour of the village and the school which allowed us to connect with the Maasai community in an authentic way. The people danced for and with us in the evening and my sons accompanied the warriors in the morning. This was a wonderful immersive experience and at the same time the eco boma represents great projects that are worthwhile to support.

Stayed in July 2024

Absolutely nothing.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Maasai Eco Boma & Lodge, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The lodge is beautifully situated in a serene environment, offering stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. Upon arrival, we were pleasantly surprised when the owner upgraded our room to a larger accommodation than we initially booked. This thoughtful gesture made our stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The room was spacious, well-appointed, and exuded a cozy charm that made us feel right at home. The staff were friendly and attentive, always ready to help with anything we needed. The food was delicious, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The cultural experiences offered at the lodge truly enhanced our stay, allowing us to connect with the local Maasai community in a meaningful way. Overall, Maasai Eco Boma & Lodge exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and memorable getaway.

Stayed in August 2024

For me, everything nice

Everything. In the middle of Maasai boma, with nice Maasai (authentic!) welcome and the people who took great care of us. We had a short walk around the village, had a chai with a lady who invited us to her house, went to see the school, played volleyball with the children... Very peaceful, up on the hill, authentic Maasai experience (and I know Maasai quite well😁). Thanks to all Boma team, See you, Aljaž

Stayed in July 2024

Fantastic experience surrounded by kind and hospitable people

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing

It was a privilege to stay at this lodge where we were given the warmest and most enthusiastic of welcomes possible. With the proceeds from the accommodation going to support the running and ongoing development of a Maasai school, this is a really special place. We were able to experience the Maasai culture close up.. the wonderful dancing, food and boma lodging all an education for us. It’s really comfortable with delicious food too!

Stayed in June 2024

The staff were wonderful and very inclusive, giving us tours of the gardens and school, dancing for and with us included. This was a wonderful immersive experience and a very worthwhile cause for all of us to support.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing not to like … but be realistic about facilities - this is a Maasai Boma not a 5 star hotel … and the cultural experience is so much better for it

The vibe was so friendly, welcoming and very genuine. Such an amazing set up supporting the school and such a cool place to stay. They are building a cultural centre which will be finished in 2 weeks and has stunning sunset views out across the land. Good food, clean rooms, comfortable beds with good mosquito nets. Great Maasai amazing dancing - and you will dancing too!! We had a really fun night!! Well signposted and easy to find if you are self driving

Stayed in July 2024