Lake Manyara National Park Safari

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Tanzania

8

hours

Tour type

Multi Day
Duration

Full Day (8 Hours)
Language

English
Group Size

6

Overview

Lake Manyara National Park is one of Tanzania's most scenic parks, with the shallow soda lake covering much of the park and the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment forming its backdrop. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, huge flocks of flamingos, and diverse habitats.

**Why You'll Love This Safari:**
✓ Spot famous tree-climbing lions
✓ See thousands of flamingos on the lake
✓ Explore groundwater forests and acacia woodlands
✓ Over 400 bird species recorded
✓ Stunning Great Rift Valley views
✓ Perfect day trip from Arusha

The park's varied habitats support an incredible diversity of wildlife including elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and baboons.

                                    Highlights:
                                     🦁 Tree-climbing lions (rare elsewhere!)
 🦩 Thousands of flamingos on the lake
 🐘 Large elephant herds
 🏞️ Stunning Great Rift Valley views
 🦒 Giraffes in acacia woodlands
 🦜 Over 400 bird species

                                

Itinerary

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Pickup from your Arusha hotel at 6:00 AM. Drive to Lake Manyara (approx 2 hours) through beautiful countryside with views of Mount Meru.

Arrive at Lake Manyara National Park and begin your game drive. Explore the groundwater forest, acacia woodlands, and lakeshore. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and the famous tree-climbing lions.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park, overlooking the beautiful lake and Rift Valley escarpment.

Continue exploring different areas of the park. Visit the hot springs (Maji Moto) and look for hippos in the lake.

Exit the park around 4:30 PM and drive back to Arusha, arriving around 6:00 PM. Drop-off at your hotel.

Tour Cost & Information
                                        Price: 
                                                                                            $450.00
                                                 $395.00
                                                                                        per person
                                        
                                    
Included:
 Park entry fees
 Professional safari guide
 4x4 safari vehicle
 Picnic lunch
 Bottled water
 Hotel pickup/drop-off (Arusha)
 Game drive
Not Included:
 Travel insurance
 Alcoholic drinks
 Tips (guide $15-20)
 Personal expenses
What to Bring:
 Neutral colored clothing
 Comfortable walking shoes
 Sunscreen and hat
 Camera with zoom lens
 Binoculars
 Light jacket
 Insect repellent

Frequently Asked Questions

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The exact reason is unknown, but theories include escaping tsetse flies, getting a breeze, or having a better view. This behavior is unique to Manyara and a few other parks.

Flamingo numbers peak during the wet season (November-June) when the lake levels are ideal. However, they can be seen year-round in varying numbers.

You'll likely see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, baboons, and many bird species. Tree-climbing lions are possible but not guaranteed.

Yes, it's a full day from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including about 4-5 hours of game driving in the park.