How to visit a tribe without turning it into a show
By Stéphanie, Founder9 February 20267 min readCulture
1. Cultural tourism goes wrong when a community becomes a performance…
Cultural tourism goes wrong when a community becomes a performance stop on a coach itinerary. It goes right when a family chooses to host, is paid fairly and directly, and sets the terms.
2. We travel in tiny groups, usually two to six people
We travel in tiny groups, usually two to six people. We agree visits in advance with the families, not with a middleman, and a community contribution is built into every price we quote.
3. Nothing is staged
Nothing is staged. If the men are not hunting that morning, we say so rather than arranging a performance. If a family would rather not be photographed that day, that is the answer.
4. You can help: ask before you photograph, buy craft directly,…
You can help: ask before you photograph, buy craft directly, avoid handing out sweets or money to children, and take your rubbish with you.
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Stéphanie, Founder
Published 9 February 2026
