MANYARA NATIONAL PARK (120KM (2hrs) FROM ARUSHA CITY)
Early Morning about (7:30). Morning Transfer by Road. Lake Manyara National Park,
located in northern Tanzania, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife,
and variety of ecosystems. The park, covering an area of approximately 330 square
kilometers, features a soda lake (Lake Manyara), dense forests, and grassy plains. It’s an
excellent destination for a day trip, offering a rich experience for nature lovers and
wildlife enthusiasts. Manyara is particularly famous for its tree-climbing lions and large
flocks of flamingos. Take a guided game drive around the forests and along the lakeshore
of Lake Manyara National Park, and look for elephants and tree-climbing lions, all in the
company. Where the plains of northern Tanzania meet the Rift Valley escarpment, Lake
Manyara is a wonderful place to spend a safari day. Your highlights for the day might
include getting up-close-and-personal with the elephants that made this park famous, lots
of baboons, as well as one of few lion populations in Africa that spend much of their time
in the trees. Between the forests at the foot of the escarpment and the lake that gives the
park its name, enjoy rich birdlife and the chance of seeing predator ambush their prey. As
• A day trip to Lake Manyara provides a well-rounded wildlife experience with
opportunities for sightseeing, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. It’s a great addition
to any Tanzanian safari itinerary.
we drive you to the next part of your safari, you’ll be enjoying a game drive at the same
time.
Important Information
Approximately 190 km (118 miles) from Arusha city
When to Visit
The dry season (from June to October) is the best time to visit Lake Manyara for
wildlife sightings, as animals gather around the limited water sources. However, bird
watching is excellent during the wet season (November to April), when migratory
birds and flamingos flock to the park.
A day trip to Lake Manyara provides a well-rounded wildlife experience with
opportunities for sightseeing, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. It’s a great addition
to any Tanzanian safari itinerary
