MGRC ecoVillage & Social Enterprise
Travel with purpose. Build a better future.
The MGRC ecoVillage is more than a destination — it’s a sustainable ecosystem designed to support rescued Maasai girls, empower the local community, and model a new standard for ethical travel.
Located in Tanzania’s stunning Great Rift Valley, the ecoVillage is home to our ecoLodge with eight guest villas, a regenerative ecoFarm, and a growing hub of sustainable initiatives — all created to ensure Maasai Girls Rescue Center can sustainably fund its mission far into the future.
The vision realized: Opening Fall 2025
After years of planning and construction, we’re thrilled to announce that our ecoLodge and eight eco-luxury villas are complete. Built using local materials and Maasai design traditions, each villa is nestled in the landscape with panoramic valley views, and the comforts of modern, eco-conscious living.
We’re preparing for our soft opening in Fall 2025 — and now accepting waitlist registrations for those eager to be among the first to experience this one-of-a-kind retreat.
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A sustainability model with purpose
The ecoVillage is the cornerstone of MGRC’s long-term strategy to become self-sustaining and less reliant on outside funding. Revenue from the ecoLodge directly funds the daily care and long-term support of the girls we serve, including education, nutrition, housing, and emotional healing.
But this model does even more:
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The 3-acre regenerative ecoFarm provides fresh, organic produce to the girls and lodge guests while offering agricultural training and reducing reliance on external food sources.
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Clean energy is generated through biofuel made on-site, reducing our carbon footprint and turning local waste into renewable power.
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Water conservation systems and low-impact architecture reflect our deep commitment to environmental stewardship.
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Employment and training programs empower local Maasai community members, especially women, with skills that promote long-term independence.
A mission woven into every experience
What sets the ecoVillage apart isn’t just its location or design — it’s the transformational impact behind every stay.
While many ecolodges offer beauty, few are rooted in a mission like ours. Every booking at our lodge directly funds rescue, education, and empowerment for Maasai girls — many of whom are escaping forced marriage, FGM, or neglect.
Guests don’t just rest and recharge — they become part of a story of restoration and resilience. That connection makes the experience more meaningful, more personal, and more lasting.
The Maasai Culture Center
Included with every stay
As part of your ecoLodge experience, guests have exclusive access to the Maasai Culture Center — a community-led space dedicated to preserving and celebrating Maasai heritage.
Located within the ecoVillage, the center offers a respectful and immersive introduction to Maasai history, traditions, and daily life — all guided by local leaders and artisans.
Your visit supports cultural preservation and provides income opportunities for the surrounding community.
Explore more at MaasaiCultureCenter.com
