Duration

1 Day
From $300
/ Person
  • Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)
  • Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  • No Accomodation
  • 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser
  • English
  • Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)

Overview

Nestled at the base of the striking 600-meter-high Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is a scenic treasure, famously described by Ernest Hemingway as "the loveliest I had seen in Africa." The park spans 330 square kilometers (127 square miles), with Lake Manyara itself covering up to 200 square kilometers (77 square miles) during high water levels.

Located in northern Tanzania, Lake Manyara National Park is just 1.5 hours (126 kilometers/80 miles) west of Arusha, near the vibrant market town of Mto wa Mbu. The park can be accessed by road, charter, or scheduled flight from Arusha Airport, often on the way to Serengeti National Park or Ngorongoro Crater. The park is best visited during the dry season (July–October) for viewing large animals, while the wet season (November–June) offers excellent birdwatching, picturesque waterfalls, and canoeing adventures.

Highlights

  • Scenic Beauty – Admire the stunning views of the Rift Valley escarpment.
  • Wildlife Viewing – Best visited in the dry season (July–October) for large animals.
  • Birdwatching – Enjoy the vibrant birdlife during the wet season (November–June).
  • Waterfalls & Canoeing – Experience the waterfalls and unique canoeing activity.
  • Easy Access – Just 1.5 hours from Arusha, with multiple transport options.

Tour Itinerary

You’ll depart from Moshi after breakfast and begin the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The journey takes approximately two hours, but we’ll pass through the market town of Mto Wa Mbu Village along the way. This agricultural and fresh produce market is a melting pot of local cultures and a souvenir hunter’s paradise.

After a brief stop at the village market, you’ll enter Lake Manyara, National Park. The park is truly a photographer’s playground and offers some of the best game viewings in the world. You can expect to see many of Africa’s most well-known animals, with the tree-climbing lions a particular treat.

These proud predators lounge in acacia trees practically begging to be photographed. Bird-watchers will find Lake Manyara is an absolute delight, with a huge variety of birds on display in the park. Even the novice can expect to be amazed by large flamingo flocks, circling birds of prey, and the brightly colored lilac-breasted roller. You’ll return to Arusha in the late afternoon. Under the right conditions, it is also possible to take a guided canoe safari out on the lake. Consult your safari guide to see if this activity will be available for your visit.

Price Includes

  • Day trip according to the itinerary
  • Transportation
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Mineral water
  • All mentioned activities
  • All Required Fees

Price Excludes

  • International or Local Flights
  • Optional Activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel Insurance

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Best Family safari with Safari Escort We visited Tanzania as a family of 8 people and had to see Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti for the first time. We were worried of the kids but Isack and the company assured us that we can have kids with us. Sure enough, it was amazing. We stayed at Acacia properties in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.
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Incredible This was our second experience in Tanzania after we had visited in 2023. This time we wanted to visit southern circuit of Tanzania. We therefore booked our 15 day safari covering Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa and Ruaha including different ads-on activities like Walking, Boat, Hiking and Game drives. Lodges and camps were excellent, the foods (local foods), staff we met at every place we stayed were splendid. Can't say much above all Khalifa was a great guy, we had him as a guide for the trip. This was cost effective safari experience.
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Can't wait to visit again We contacted Isack for our safari to experience Migration, he responded on time and arranged everything perfectly. Our 7 days were amazing, Jimson was the best guide we had and made it exceptional.
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Best Tanzania Safari We enjoyed an exceptional 5-day safari in February during the calving season. We explored Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Ndutu area. Wildlife viewing was outstanding, particularly witnessing numerous newborn animals in Ndutu. The guides were highly knowledgeable and welcoming, consistently ensuring we experienced the best sightings in complete safety.The entire journey was excellently organized, and the driver was outstanding, driving smoothly while sharing many insightful facts. I felt safe and comfortable throughout the trip overall. This safari ranks among the finest experiences of my life. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour and Safari Escort.
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