Lake Manyara Safari
Experience an unforgettable adventure through Lake Manyara Safari. Witness the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes with a guided National Park tour.
This National Park is 126 kilometers west of Arusha Town that covers an area of 330 square kilometers of which 220 square kilometers from the lake.
The wilderness experience from tree-climbing lions, the soda ash lake that attracts thousands and pink flamingos, one of Tanzania’s biggest Elephant populations, and breathtaking scenery!
Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Manyara and discover what makes it one of Tanzania’s most beloved destinations.
The Best Time to Visit
Throughout the year, it is very easy to access this National Park Tour, but during the wet season, the park is less crowded than during the dry season.
- Dry season: June to September. This is when the wildlife congregates around the water sources, making it easier to spot them.
- Wet season: November to May. The park’s scenery is lush and green, with plenty of water sources and bird life. However, note that some of the roads may be impassable due to heavy rains.
What to do in Lake Manyara
Experience an array of activities at Lake Manyara Safari, with easy access to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Natron, and Lake Eyasi. Choose from excellent luxury to low-budget accommodation inside and outside the park.
Some of the most popular activities include:
- Game drives: Spot the park’s diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, hippos, giraffes, and many species of birds.
- Guided walks: Through the forest, offering opportunities to observe smaller creatures like monkeys and baboons.
- Canoeing: Experience canoeing on Lake Manyara for a unique perspective on the park’s ecosystem.
- Bird watching: A paradise for bird enthusiasts. Spot over 400 bird species.
- Maasai Tribe: Cultural visits to nearby villages to learn about the local Maasai culture and traditions.
Overall, experience a wealth of nature and wildlife activities on the Lake Manyara National Park Tour, making it a must-visit destination in Tanzania for enthusiasts.
Why visit Lake Manyara, National Park
Animals
Discover the famous tree-climbing lions and elephant herds at Lake Manyara Safari, with plenty of wildebeest, giraffes, and buffaloes on game drives.
Other wildlife like zebras, hippos, and dik-diks are also present in the forested valley slopes and escarpment.
Birds
Explore the diverse bird life at Lake Manyara National Park Tour, with over 400 species, many of which are waterfowl or migrants.
Spot pink flamingos, pelicans, egrets, herons, and spoonbills on the lake and in the floodplains, while crowned eagles, guinea fowl, and hornbills can be found in the evergreen forests.
Vegetation
Located on the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, Lake Manyara Safari offers a variety of landscapes from grassy flood plains to mixed acacia woodlands.
Captivating evergreen forests can also be found next to the escarpment, sustained by perennial groundwater springs.
Lake Manyara Safaris
1 Day Lake Manyara Safari
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2 Days Safari Costs
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3 Days Safari Costs
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