A journey through articles to explore Tanzania in depth

En route to Mbeya, one of the most important cities in Southern Tanzania.

Tanzania, wild land, entertains a rather peculiar relationship with disability that is based on die-hard popular beliefs and rituals that aim to exclude those affected. Nevertheless, if it is well organised your trip will not at all be affected by this.

This article will tell you all about Kilimanjaro, Africa's mythical roof.

Tanzania, full of emotion and adventure! An incredible natural environment, fabulous scenery as far as the eye can see and unique wildlife...Africa in all its grandeur and liberty. This is a destination which has everything you need for the honeymoon of your dreams.

It's like a big stone which would be a model for ecotourism management, laid down in the middle of the fishing waters of the Indian Ocean. Chumbe Island, to the South-West of the island of Zanzibar, is the first private marine park created in 1991 for conservation purposes and sustainable management of the uninhabited islands of Chumbe.  

Tanzania was born from a union between colonial Tanganyika and the former Sultanate of Zanzibar. After being under Arab control, the country eventually won its independence in 1961. It was a dictatorship until 1977, when a new Constitution was signed.

You'll need to get some admin done before you leave for Tanzania. Here's a checklist

Here's a summary of transport options in Tanzania.

But, out of the people you know, can any of them really name a famous and globally known Tanzanian? Ask around... It's not an easy question. With the exception of Nyerere, probably not. Tanzania is better known for having made several Westerners famous.

You haven't left home yet, but you'd like to delve into Tanzanian culture. Be it in front of your TV or with your nose in a book, here are some ideas for learning more on your upcoming destination.