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The Soul of Kenya – Its People
A cross this vast country, from the bustling city of Nairobi to the acacia-dotted plains of the Mara, you’ll be welcomed with smiles so genuine they feel like sunlight. The people of Kenya are as diverse as the land itself, with more than forty tribes, each with its own rhythms, colours, and customs, living together under the same wide African sky. You’ll meet the proud Maasai in their scarlet shúkàs, guardians of age-old traditions; the coastal Swahili communities whose heritage blends African, Arab, and Indian influences; and the Kikuyu farmers who call the slopes of Mount Kenya home. Yet no matter where your journey takes you, there is a shared heartbeat, cross this vast country, from the
bustling city of Nairobi to the acacia-dotted plains of the Mara, you’ll be welcomed with smiles so genuine they feel like sunlight. Languages English is widely spoken, but a few words of Swahili always bring a smile: ● Jambo – Hello ● Asante sana – Thank you very much
● Karibu – Welcome ● Pole pole – Slowly
Insider Tip:
Always ask before photographing people; your guide can facilitate respectful cultural exchanges.
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