We've partnered with "Zebra Stripes" - the bi-monthly inflight magazine for Flightlink (expertly produced by Land & Marine) to bring you a host of informative and entertaining articles about Tanzania and Zanzibar that have appeared in print within the magazine.
#18 -Unique safaris - Wildlife adventures without a 4x4 in sight
From camels to canoes, here’s some ways to spice up your safari. If you're after a safari experience that is as wild as the animals on your must-see list, it might be time to forget the 4x4 and take some less traditional transport​
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For over a century, the dominion of the sultanate of Zanzibar extended along the East African coast from Somalia in the north to Mozambique in the south and stretched as far inland as Lake Malawi. At its heart was Zanzibar Island and its capital Stone Town, which became one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the region.​
#16 -Things to do in Paje, Zanzibar
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Paje’s magnificent strip of white sand is made for beach breaks that stay long in the memory, but the laidback village on Zanzibar’s south east coast offers far more than just a place to soak up the sun. Here are four reasons to pick Paje.
#15 -The six best streetfoods to try when in Dar es Salaam
For a true taste of Tanzania’s biggest city, into its tantalising street food. Roadside grills all over Dar es Salaam sizzle the city’s most emblematic snack: the seasoned flamed-grilled meat of nyama choma, but it does pay to investigate some of the other offerings for food-on-the-go. Here are six standouts that’ll make you glad you bypassed the barbecue.
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#14 - Mountain hideaways to escape to..
Sometimes, you just need to get it away from it all… that’s why we've selected our favourite secluded stays in mountain retreats. From a luxury coffee lodge in the foothills of Mount Meru to a property located right next to a volcano we have chosen some wondrous havens with rooms – and views – to die for..
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#13 -The best secret beaches of Pemba.
The lush, hilly landscape of the ‘Green Island’ of Pemba hides some spectacular, often deserted beaches. Here’s Zebra Stripe's guide to these secret sands. If you know, you know.
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#12 - Mountain hideaways to escape to..
Sometimes, you just need to get it away from it all… that’s why we've selected our favourite secluded stays in mountain retreats. From a luxury coffee lodge in the foothills of Mount Meru to a property located right next to a volcano we have chosen some wondrous havens with rooms – and views – to die for..
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#11 - Why the Northern Safari Circuit deserves a place on everyone's bucket list
The Northern Safari Circuit - a place of geographical extremes and abundant animals. Adventurer Sarah Kingdom selects some of her personal highlights..
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#10 -The living history of Stone Town
The labyrinthine streets of Stone Town, the historic centre of Zanzibar City, are full of architectural wonders. These ornate, imposing buildings are a living reminder of the Omani rule of the 18th and 19th centuries when the port town was a hub of maritime trading activity between Africa and Asia. Here are some of the buildings to look out for on your stroll around Stone Town.​
#8 - Experiencing the ever-changing ecosystems of Mt Kilimanjaro
Few peaks can compare with Mount Kilimanjaro in the rich transition of landscape it presents to climbers. Taking on Africa’s highest peak is a journey from forested foothills through blasted alpine landscapes to a glacier-shrouded summit. Zebra Stripes takes a closer look at the flora and fauna that thrive in these rare ecosystems.
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#7 -Launch your lake adventures from Mwanza
Tanzania’s share of Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and the second largest in the world, has plenty of attractions for intrepid travellers. Here's our guide to venturing beyond the standard tourist trail and for soaking up the local rhythms of life.
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#6 - Eight great reasons to visit the Serengeti
1. The Great Migration. The Serengeti National Park is one of the world’s greatest natural attractions. Its 15,000 sq km of endless plains bear the traces of man’s first footsteps four million years ago while its bountiful wildlife sill moves to ancient rhythms on a massive scale. This is exemplified by the Great Migration.....
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#5 - Pemba is a magical green island...and we hope to keep it that way!
Like the Arabian fairy tale that inspired its name, 1001 Organic has numerous stories to tell. Its cloves, pepper, cardamom, vanilla, and cinnamon are grown in the fertile soil of the ‘Green Island’ Pemba, which has had a pivotal position in the global spice trade going back centuries.
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#4 - Sun, sea, sand and...soccer!
Dar es Salaam is the home of beach soccer in Tanzania. The Beach Soccer Super League is now established with 16 local clubs playing their matches at Oyster Bay’s Coco Beach.
#3 - The beautiful birds of Unguja's Jazani Forest
Most visitors to Zanzibar’s Jozani Forest are on the trail of its endemic red colobus monkeys but the double canopy reserve is also home to more than 160 bird species. Kevin Kelli goes on a guided yet uncharted walk that reveals the colours and character of the rich feathered life here.
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#2 - Serengeti Calendar : when to make your date with Tanzania's wildest adventure
The Serengeti is considered Africa’s best national park and where the Big Five thrive. Flightlink offers daily flights to the Seronera airstrip in the heart of the reserve, but when is the best time of year to go? If you’ve got your sights set on something special, here’s some dates for your diary.
