Situated about 20 km outside of town on our family farm, a guided tour around an authentic Himba village will not only give you an in depth insight into the life and ways of the last traditional tribe in Namibia, but an amazing photographic opportunity as well. Experience the milking ceremony, the smoke bath, be informed on the beliefs around the holy fire, ancestors, and herbal medicine. You will also learn about the jewelery and hairstyles to imitate the status of each tribe member and their close relationship with nature, their cattle and children.

History of the village

This Village was started when Jaco, an Afrikaans speaking white male, was adopted into the Himba Culture by an old chief, Tjsikume Bhahona, who lives in the mountains at Ongkongo near Opuwo. He has lived with his Himba family and within the Himba Culture now for several years and speaks the language fluently.

When he decided to return to the farm where he still had herds of Nguni Cattle, goats and some sheep, Chief Tjsikume asked Jaco if some of his people can come live on the farm to help him look after his goats and cattle.

Part of the family then later moved to the farm and built a traditional village to stay true to their culture.

Since then Jaco has adopted 28 children from poor and alcoholic families, unable to provide for these children and also of mothers that died due to birth complications.

He currently sends 5 of these children to the Kamanjab Combined School and the village is supporting their school and hostel fees.

The income generated from excursions to the village helps to sustain the tribe from day to day, buying food and supplies, medicine (if necessary) and blankets for the winter. You will be allowed inside these amazing peoples' home and have a cultural exchange, and in turn help preserve their culture, traditions, and day-to-day existence.