BEYOND IMAGINATION
Experience Rabai Way of Life
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What's included
- A guided tour of important places
- Beautifully illustrated souvenir map
- Observation and participation in allowed activities
- Porterage for a maximum of two bags per person
- Professionally guided tour
- Unlimited bottled water
- Current Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
- Excess baggage charge
- International Air, unless expressly paid for
- Medical insurance and emergency insurance
- Personal expenses
- Services not specifically stated in the itinerary
- Tips to guide and driver
- Visa arrangements
Unforgettable Experience
Embark on a journey deep into the heart of the Rabai people, where an action-packed and diverse cultural experience awaits you. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Rabai community culture as part of this tour package, which offers a truly immersive experience like no other. Explore historical sites and museums that tell the story of Rabai’s heritage, from its early Christian roots to its present-day traditions. Engage in traditional ceremonies alongside local community members, gaining insight into age-old customs, traditions and rituals passed down through generations. Interact with skilled artisans, craftsmen and craftswomen, learning about their traditional crafts and techniques firsthand. Crown it all by savoring delicious traditional cuisines, beverages and brews.
Sample cultural moments and Delicacies
Participate in vibrant cultural festivals that celebrate the unique identity of the Rabai people, where you can enjoy traditional dances, traditional conflict resolution mechanisms, learn how to play indigenous musical instruments, and savor the flavors of local cuisine through cooking classes and dining experiences with welcoming local families.
Gain a deeper understanding of the intertwined relationship between Rabai Community traditional knowledge and the preservation of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the endangered Kaya forests communities, where indigenous practices have safeguarded these sacred forests and their bio-diversity for centuries.
Traditional Herbal Medicine
Want to know your fate? Try Rabai Fortune Tellers and Traditional Herbalists.
Learn about the healing power of herbal medicine as local communities share their wisdom in tackling diseases and health complications using traditional remedies. Explore existing traditional artifacts, garments, and ornaments, marveling at their intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance. And before you depart, don’t forget to take home souvenirs that serve as tangible reminders of your unforgettable cultural journey through the heart of Rabai.
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
Arrival and Cultural Immersion
Morning: Arrive in Rabai Cultural Village and immersing yourself in the local atmosphere.
Afternoon: Begin your cultural adventure with a visit to historical sites and museums, learning about Rabai's rich heritage.
Evening: Participate in traditional ceremonies and interact with local elders, gaining insight into their traditions.
Festivals and Traditional Arts
Morning: Attend traditional cultural festivals, experiencing the vibrant colors and rhythms of Rabai's celebrations.
Afternoon: Engage in traditional dances and learn to play indigenous musical instruments under the guidance of local experts.
Evening: Enjoy a culinary journey through local cuisine, participating in cooking classes and dining with local families.
Preservation and Healing Practices
Morning: Explore and learn how local communities have preserved UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the endangered Kaya forests, through traditional knowledge and practices.
Afternoon: Learn about traditional herbal medicine and its role in tackling diseases and health complications.
Evening: Delve into the world of traditional artifacts, garments, and ornaments, discovering their cultural significance, buy and take a few souvenirs back home.
Visit to Rabai Museum and Fort Jesus
Take a tour of the historic Christian mission station in Rabai as was set up by Dr. Johann Ludwig Krapf with his colleague, Dr. Johann Rebmann in 1844 and then zoom off to Mombasa and tour the remarkable Fort Jesus, ringed by its mighty ancient warfare defensive walls that dip their foundations in the Indian Ocean. Rabai is simply unique; its beauty is bewitching, while its tourists setting sublime
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Combine these historical site visits and museums experience by visiting iconic historical heritage site of Fort Jesus in adjacent Mombasa County resulting from the shared history and heritage of coastal counties or alternatively based on your own preferences.
Take a tour of the remarkable Fort Jesus ringed by its mighty ancient warfare defensive walls that dip their foundations in the Indian Ocean, then visit the historic Christian mission station in Rabai as was set up by Dr. Johann Ludwig Krapf with his colleague, Dr. Johann Rebmann in 1844. Rabai is simply unique; its beauty is bewitching, while its tourists setting sublime.
