Namanga Attractions

Namanga is a border town with part in Tanzania and the other part in Kenya. The border posts are open 24 hours. Overlooking Namanga is Oi-Doinyo Orok, or Black Mountain, which is sacred to the Maasai. Namanga's economy is very dependent on tourism as travelers visiting Amboseli National Park pass though the town on their way from Nairobi. The town is perfect as a rest stop or for restocking supplies.

Within Namanga visitors will find Maasai women selling beaded jewelry and other Maasai handicrafts. The town of Namanga is a mixture of various tribes however the outer limits of the town have a large Maasai population.