Cows & Milking Experience

Explore the Sacred Role of Cows in Rwandan Culture – Only at Camp & Explorer

Step into the rich heritage of Rwanda through our Cows and Milking Experience, where tradition, love, and livestock come together. At Camp & Explorer, we invite you to interact with one of the most honored animals in Rwandan society — the Inka (cow) — and discover its deep-rooted cultural, social, and economic significance.

What You’ll Experience

Care for Traditional Cows – Learn how cows are raised and treated with respect in Rwandan culture.
Milking Session– Try your hand at traditional milking and taste fresh milk straight from the source.
Taste Local Dairy– Enjoy Ikivuguto (fermented milk) and Rwandan cheese made the traditional way.
Learn Cultural Songs and Poems– Listen to and sing songs dedicated to cows, known as "Ibitekerezo", and hear poems recited in honor of these beloved animals.
Hear the Stories – Understand why giving a cow is the highest symbol of love, respect, and friendship in Rwanda.

Did You Know?

In ancient Rwanda, a cow was a royal gift, given to mark deep friendship or alliance.
To marry a Rwandan girl, one traditionally offered cows to her family as part of the bride price.
A person's wealth and status were measured by how many cows they owned.
Cows have names, personalities, and are celebrated in poems, dances, and ceremonies.

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