Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara
- Arusha , Tanzania , Lake Manyara
Duration
2 Days
Max People
10 People
Pick Up
Airport
Min Age
12+ Years
Tour Type
Lake Manyara
Date
June to October for game viewing November to May for birds & greenery
Experience the diversity of Lake Manyara National Park, a captivating hidden gem at the foot of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. This park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a dense groundwater forest, and a soda lake that attracts thousands of flamingos. It’s the perfect day trip for a varied, colorful safari.
The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to over 400 species, including pelicans, storks, kingfishers, and hornbills. You’ll also see large troops of baboons, along with giraffes, elephants, and hippos. If you’re lucky, you might even spot an elusive leopard resting in the trees. Lake Manyara is a perfect choice for anyone seeking beauty, wildlife, and tranquility.
Itinerary
Pick-up from your hotel in Arusha after breakfast
Scenic 2-hour drive to Lake Manyara National Park
Morning game drive through groundwater forest, open plains, and lake shores
Spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, baboons, and the famous tree-climbing lions
Birdwatching along the lake – flamingos, storks, pelicans, and more
Picnic lunch at a designated site with stunning views
Afternoon exploration toward Maji Moto hot springs
Evening transfer to a lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Lodge in Karatu
Early breakfast at the lodge
Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descend 600m into the crater
Full-day game drive inside the Crater — home to the Big Five
Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, buffalo, zebras, hyenas, and more
Scenic picnic lunch by the hippo pool
Begin ascent in the afternoon and return to Arusha
Drop-off at your hotel in Arusha or airport in the evening
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
Includes
- Private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Park entrance fees
- Bottled water and soft drinks
- Picnic lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotel (Arusha or Karatu)
Excludes
- Tips for guide/driver
- Alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
- Items of personal nature



