NDORO CULTURAL TOURISM ENTERPRISE
Welcome to Ndoro Cultural Tourism Enterprise your gateway to a world of vibrant traditions, captivating history, and immersive cultural experiences, we are well equipped in bespoke tailored made excursions to suit you and of your preference . We specialize in small groups, individuals and family tours that will take you to areas of outstanding beauty and interest.
Nestled in the heart of Mount Kilimanjaro in a small village called Lymrakana Marangu. our enterprise is dedicated to preserving, promoting and sharing the cultural heritage of this enchanting region. Join us on a journey of discovery as we invite you to explore the captivating stories ,artistry and unique way of life that define our community.
Our Team
Mr BENEDICT MATTO
Our aspiring environmentalist, hiker and nature lover Mr Benedict is a certified mountain guide, who entered country's top records for climbing Mountain KILIMANJARO in 3 days back in 2003. Mr Matto is a reliable, fit and self motivated person who we are happy to work with. We feel humbled to have this man as part of our team.
Miss SUZAN CASSIAN
Our Founder and owner of NDORO CTE is a self motivated, nature enthusiastic, conservationist and preservationist. She was a former guide at RAU, which was an inspiration to the initiation of NDORO CTE . Her love for nature is unwavering and she is determined to deliver the best experience for our clients and the team. We are thankful to have her in our team.
Mr EDWARD
Mr Edward a local village elder, a story teller and an archaeologist . He is a charming, bubbly individual which won't make you tired while listening to him. Edward owns a small museum in Marangu, and Ndoro cte being an equal opportunity enterprise, we decided to join forces and give Edward an opportunity to offer his knowledge and get our culture to the world by making him part of our team. We feel honored to have him with us.
Our mission
Our main mission is to bridge the gap between travelers and our local community with our unique cultural experiences that our indigenous people has to offer. We believe that cultural exchange is a powerful tool for fostering understanding, respect and unity among diverse communities. in making sure we bridge the past and the present we foster a deep appreciation for the cultural treasures that define our community. we are dedicated to
- Cultivating Understanding- we believe in the power of cultural exchange to build bridges of understanding, through our immersive experiences, we aim to foster nature appreciation
- inspiring curiosity: we seek to inspire sense of wonder and curiosity about the world by offering unique and enriching cultural encounters that leave a lasting impact
We always stand as
- guardians of our region’s cultural heritage, committed to safeguarding its traditions, stories and practices for generations to come.
Our vision
Ndoro cultural tourism’s visionary goal is to harmonize the preservation of Chagga cultural heritage with a steadfast commitment to environmental conservation, mitigating global warming and safe guarding the delicate ecosystem , our main objective was to be able to plant more than 50,000 trees by the end of year 2025 on the slopes of Mountain Kilimanjaro in its nearby village Marangu, focusing on protecting the ecosystem and the glacier of Mount Kilimanjaro which has been melting gradually causing global warming, we plan to rise awareness in the whole village of Marangu and participate with the locals to conserve and protect the ecosystem around the mountain for the benefit of future generations, by the end of 2030 we plan to give more than 100 youth opportunity to start working with us closely in the project of planting trees and conservation.
OUR CORE VALUE
Ethical: Honesty, integrity and adherence to our set of principles and policies in service delivery
Excellence: Timely delivery of quality service.
Accessibility: welcoming to people from all backgrounds
Receptiveness: willingness to accept clients opinion and challenges
Gender equality: gender balance without discrimination
- Empowerment- we empower local Communities by creating sustainable opportunities for them to share their culture and benefit from responsible tourism
- Conservation activities-our commitment to responsible tourism ensure that our activities have a positive impact on the environment and the communities we engage with.
- Enrichment- we enrich the lives of both travelers and local communities by facilitating meaningful cultural exchange that leave a lasting impact
- Preservation-we are dedicated to preserving and celebrating the unique traditions, art and heritage of the communities we work with
- Education and awareness-we believe that cultural understanding is a key driver to global harmony and we strive to raise awareness about the importance of cultural preservation
- Inclusivity-our tours are open to travelers of all backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and diversity in cultural exploration
- Respect for Nature- we priotize eco-friendly practices to minimize our environmental footprint and contribute to the conservation of natural resources
- Community centered- Our tours are designed in collaboration with local community, ensuring that they benefit directly from tourism revenue
- Authentic Experience- we curate authentic cultural experiences that allow travelers to engage with local tradition, cuisine,music and art
