Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden Gem

Discover Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden Gem

Game drives Bird watching Canoeing (seasonal) Forest walks Cultural tours in nearby villages

Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden Gem Overview

Nestled at the foot of the dramatic Western Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park which gets its name from the Maasai word emanyama, the name they give to the Pencil Tree. The park offers a remarkably diverse and captivating safari experience within its relatively compact boundaries. Often overshadowed by its larger and more famous neighbours, Manyara possesses a unique charm, a tapestry woven from lush groundwater forests, sprawling acacia woodlands, grassy plains, and the shimmering expanse of Lake Manyara itself. This Tanzanian gem provides a microcosm of East Africa's ecological richness, promising unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery.

Quick Facts

Location

Tanzania

Best Time to Visit

during the dry season, typically from June to October

Size

330Km sq

Safari Packages

5 available packages

Highlights

Game drives Bird watching Canoeing (seasonal) Forest walks Cultural tours in nearby villages

How to Get There

2 to 3 Hour Drive on from Arusha

Safari Packages in Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden Gem

Best Tanzania Africa Safari 5 Days

Best Tanzania Africa Safari 5 Days

mid_range

The Best Tanzania Africa Safari 5 Days offers an unforgettable journey through Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Begin at Lake Manyara, famous for its unique tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife, including hippos and wildebeest on the floodplains. Explore the vast Serengeti plains, home to over a million wildebeest and abundant predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, with expert guides ensuring you find the best wildlife sightings. Conclude at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife including endangered black rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos. This mid-range luxury safari combines immersive game drives, stunning landscapes, and rich wildlife encounters for a truly memorable African adventure.

Destinations

Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden GemNairobi City, Kenya | Culture, Wildlife & Urban AdventureNgorongoro Crater |Tanzania’s Natural Wonder and Safari Gem+1 more

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5 Days, 4 Nights

$1280

per person

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4 Days Best Tanzania Safari Tour

4 Days Best Tanzania Safari Tour

mid_range

The 4 Days Best Tanzania Safari Tour offers an immersive experience through three of Tanzania’s most iconic parks: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Tarangire is renowned for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds, especially during the dry season when wildlife congregates around remaining water sources. The park also hosts the Big Three cats—lions, leopards, and cheetahs—set against diverse landscapes of riverine woodlands and open grasslands. Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife including flamingos, offers unique walking safaris and stunning scenery beneath the Rift Valley escarpment. The Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s largest unbroken calderas, provides breathtaking views and a dense concentration of wildlife including endangered black rhinos, lions, hippos, and flamingos at Lake Magadi. This mid-range luxury safari combines expert guiding, personalized game drives, and unforgettable wildlife encounters in Tanzania’s spectacular wilderness.

Destinations

Lake Manyara National Park Safari Experience | Explore Tanzania's Hidden GemNgorongoro Crater |Tanzania’s Natural Wonder and Safari GemTarangire National Park | Elephants & Baobabs in Tanzania's Hidden Gem

Experiences

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4 Days, 3 Nights

$1170

per person

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7 Days Best Safari in Tanzania Africa

7 Days Best Safari in Tanzania Africa

mid_range

The 7 Days Best Safari in Tanzania Africa offers an immersive journey through Tanzania’s most iconic parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Tarangire is famed for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds, especially during the dry season when wildlife congregates near water sources. The park also hosts lions, cheetahs, and leopards, with occasional sightings of puff adders. Lake Manyara is renowned for its tree-climbing lions, vast elephant populations, and prolific birdlife including flamingos and crowned eagles. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the world’s largest unbroken caldera, home to endangered black rhinos, lions, hippos, and diverse herbivores. Serengeti National Park, famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, offers vast plains teeming with wildlife and dramatic predator-prey interactions. This mid-range luxury safari combines expert guiding, flexible game drives, and unforgettable wildlife encounters in breathtaking landscapes.

Destinations

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Experiences

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7 Days, 6 Nights

$1170

per person

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Exquisite 12 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari

Exquisite 12 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari

mid_range

The Exquisite 12 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari offers an unforgettable journey through East Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Starting at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a sanctuary for black and white rhinos and chimpanzees, you’ll experience rhino conservation success and enjoy activities like horse riding and night game drives. Travel through the scenic Aberdare Ranges to Lake Naivasha, where boat rides and horseback safaris provide intimate wildlife encounters among hippos, giraffes, and zebras. Explore the vast Masai Mara National Reserve, famed for the Great Wildebeest Migration and abundant big cats. Cross into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, home to diverse habitats and spectacular wildlife, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to witness its rich biodiversity and breathtaking views. Conclude at Amboseli National Park, with majestic elephants set against Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak. This mid-range luxury safari combines expert guiding, flexible game drives, and immersive cultural and wildlife experiences across Kenya and Tanzania.

Destinations

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Experiences

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12 Days, 11 Nights

$1170

per person

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13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari

13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari

mid_range

Embark on the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari, a spectacular journey through East Africa’s most iconic parks and reserves. Begin at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a leading sanctuary for black and white rhinos and chimpanzees, offering unique wildlife encounters and conservation experiences. Travel through the scenic Aberdare Ranges to Lake Naivasha, where boat rides and horseback safaris provide intimate views of hippos, giraffes, and zebras. Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, famed for its rhino sanctuary and abundant birdlife. Discover the vast Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and diverse big cats. Cross into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, renowned for its endless plains and rich biodiversity. Visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site with diverse wildlife including endangered black rhinos. Conclude at Amboseli National Park, where majestic elephants roam beneath Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak. This mid-range luxury safari combines expert guiding, flexible game drives, and immersive cultural and wildlife experiences across Kenya and Tanzania.

Destinations

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Experiences

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13 Days, 12 Nights

$1170

per person

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