The Home of the Tree Climbing Lions

Lake Manyara is a good starter when you are going to plan your safaris in Tanzania.

Although small in size, it boosts a good concentration of animals and birds, suited to the parks several ecosystems. This is the park where you may even get a glimpse of a tree-climbing Lion – the leopard.

The park houses as many as 350 species of birds.

In Lake Manyara you really feel that you are exploring. There are many different kinds of forest, and this makes it a little harder to have an overview. On the other hand the animals have good opportunities to hide a little better. But don’t be nervous: We will find them for you anyway!

1-Day Lake Manyara Itinerary

Morning: Pick up from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park through the Great Rift Valley.

Mid-day: Enjoy a game drive through the lush forests and savannah, spotting monkeys, giraffes, and various bird species.

Lunch: Have a picnic lunch inside the park.

Afternoon: Continue your game drive, with a chance to see tree-climbing lions and the lake’s famous flamingos.

Evening: Return to your accommodation or Arusha.

For a 2-3 Day Lake Manyara Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara for an evening game drive, with dinner and overnight at a lodge.

Day 2: Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara before driving to another park, such as Tarangire or the Serengeti.

Day 3 (if applicable): Continue your safari experience in the next park, perhaps with a final morning drive in Lake Manyara or exploring another destination like the Ngorongoro Crater.

Optional Activities

Night Game Drive: Explore the park’s nocturnal wildlife.

Canopy Walk/Treetop Walk: Experience the forest from a different perspective.

Cultural Tour: Visit Mto wa Mbu to immerse yourself in the local culture, try banana beer, and visit a local market.

Mountain Bike Tour: Explore the surrounding area on a guided mountain bike tour.

4 Days – Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha and depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch for a full day game drive

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