Discover the heart of Tanzania through the eyes of One Planet Journey, the world’s first Deep Travel magazine. In their latest feature, travel writers Emily Mantai and Richard Lindberg explore how Kanga Homestay embodies the art of slow travel, from Swahili proverbs to immersive village life. Join us for cooking, crafts, and daily rhythms that redefine travel.
Slow travel in Tanzania is part of the language and daily life. Anyone who has travelled to Tanzania knows the phrase “pole pole”, meaning “slowly, slowly”, which reminds visitors to move at a thoughtful pace. Beyond this well-known expression, countless other Swahili proverbs also reflect the “pole pole” approach and the natural rhythm of Tanzanian days.
One Planet Journey, the world’s first Deep Travel magazine, has published an article exploring Swahili proverbs, Tanzanian culture, and how slow travel is truly lived at Kanga Homestay. The piece was created by travel writer Emily Mantai in collaboration with Richard Lindberg from One Planet Journey. It features insights from Judith Chale, anthropologist and Regional Manager of Kanga Homestay in Arusha, a guest experience and a wealth of cultural context.
Staying at a Kanga Homestay allows travelers to connect deeply with local routines, understand cultural values, and experience Tanzania at a pace that reflects the “pole pole” philosophy. Guests can join in cooking traditional meals, learning local crafts, or participating in everyday village activities, fully immersing themselves in daily life and the essence of slow travel.
>> Read the full article on One Planet Journey here.
>> See more of Emily Mantai’s work here.
