Batwa Experience with Mubare Tours Ltd
The Batwa Experience offers an opportunity to explore the unique culture and traditions of the Batwa people. During this immersive experience, visitors will be guided through the local community to witness how people live and engage in daily activities.
Community Village Walk
Visitors will be guided by a community village walk guide who will take them around the village to observe the culture and lifestyle of the local people. This walk offers an authentic experience of daily life, traditions, and interactions within the community.
Coffee Experience
Learn about the traditional coffee-making process, starting from planting a seedling to the final tasting in a cup. Visitors will witness:
- Planting and harvesting coffee beans.
- Sun-drying the beans to remove excess moisture.
- Husking the beans using a wooden machine.
- Roasting the coffee to enhance its aroma and flavor.
- Grinding the beans into fine coffee powder.
- Finally, enjoy a freshly brewed cup of traditional coffee.
Banana Gin Experience
Discover how the local community processes banana products into different beverages. Visitors will learn how to make:
- Banana Juice
- Banana Beer or Wine
- Banana Gin
This activity provides insight into the fermentation and distillation processes that transform bananas into local drinks.
The Batwa (Pygmies)
Meet the Batwa people, a community of short-statured individuals who originally lived in the forests before the area was designated as a national park in 1991. Experience their rich cultural heritage and learn about their survival techniques, including:
- Trapping animals for food.
- Fruit gathering for sustenance.
- Honey collecting from beehives deep in the forest.
- Traditional fire-making involves rubbing two sticks together to create fire using friction.
Traditional Healer (Local Medicine Man)
Gain insight into traditional herbal medicine as the local medicine man demonstrates the use of medicinal plants in treating various ailments. Learn about the healing techniques and natural remedies passed down through generations.
Tea Tour
Experience the tea-making process, starting from harvesting tea leaves to understanding how they are processed into the final product. This tour allows visitors to witness the craftsmanship involved in producing high-quality tea.
