Lake Manyara National Park

2 days—Manyara:A Rift Valley Oasis

$800-1200 USD

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Safari summary

Lake Manyara National Park, nestled in Tanzania's Great Rift Valley, is a relatively compact yet remarkably diverse wildlife sanctuary. Here's a summary of its key features:

Diverse Habitats:
The park encompasses a variety of ecosystems, including the alkaline Lake Manyara itself, groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and rocky escarpments.
Iconic Wildlife:
It's renowned for its tree-climbing lions, a unique behavior that attracts many visitors.
The park is also home to large populations of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and various primate species, notably large troops of baboons.
Birdwatcher's Paradise:
Lake Manyara is a haven for bird enthusiasts, with over 400 recorded bird species.
The lake's shores often host vast flocks of flamingos, along with other waterbirds like pelicans and storks.
Scenic Beauty:
The park's location against the backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment provides stunning landscapes.
The varying vegetation and the shimmering lake create a visually captivating environment.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks
Accesibility
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Fishing
  • Night game drives
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Internal flights
  • Meals
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Laundry
  • Park fees
  • Visas

Itinerary

Lake Manyara National Park

Early morning departure from Arusha. Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, focusing on: Tree-climbing lions. Large herds of elephants and buffaloes. Flamingos and other waterbirds along the lake shore. exploring the ground water forest. Lunch at a picnic site within the park. Afternoon game drive, exploring different areas of the park. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite near Lake Manyara.

Tarangire National Park

Early breakfast. Travel to either Tarangire National Park or the Ngorongoro Crater. If Tarangire: enjoy a full day game drive, famous for large elephant populations and baobab trees. If Ngorongoro: descend into the crater for a full day game drive, encountering a high concentration of diverse wildlife. Lunch at a picnic site. Afternoon game drive. Return to Arusha in the late afternoon or evening.

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