Experience the beauty and diversity of Lake Manyara National Park on this unforgettable day trip from Arusha or Moshi. Nestled at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is famed for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, flamingos, and stunning scenery. Despite being one of Tanzania’s smaller parks, it offers rich wildlife viewing in a compact area – making it perfect for a one-day adventure.
Highlights
Chance to spot tree-climbing lions, unique to this park.
Scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Flocks of flamingos and rich birdlife.
Large troops of baboons and diverse wildlife.
Tour Information
Tour Type: Day Safari (Private or Shared on Request)
Duration: Full Day (Approx. 10–11 hours)
Departure & Return: Arusha / Moshi
Best Season: Year-round (lush and green in rainy season, dry season offers excellent game viewing).
Tour Style: Wildlife safari with picnic lunch inside the park.
Minimum Participants: 1 person (solo travelers welcome)
Age Limit: Family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Lake Manyara National Park Day Trip Itinerary
Morning (07:00 AM – Departure from Arusha/Moshi)
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel. Enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive through the Tanzanian countryside, passing Maasai villages and farmlands as you head to Lake Manyara.
Mid-Morning (09:30 AM – Enter Lake Manyara National Park)
Arrive at the park and begin your game drive. The lush groundwater forest offers shade and is home to troops of baboons, blue monkeys, elephants, and colorful birds. Keep your eyes on the treetops for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
Lunch (12:30 PM – Picnic in the park)
Stop at a picnic site overlooking the lake. Enjoy your packed lunch with views of flamingos and pelicans along the shimmering shoreline.
Afternoon (01:30 PM – Continue Game Drive)
Explore more of the park, including the open savannah and acacia woodlands. Spot giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and if lucky, hippos wallowing in the hippo pool. Bird enthusiasts will be thrilled by over 350 species of birds found in the park.
Evening (04:00 PM – Drive Back)
Exit the park and journey back to Arusha/Moshi, arriving in the evening with unforgettable memories of Lake Manyara.
Themes : Game Drives
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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