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Flamingos in flight at Lake Manyara, Tanzania

Luxury Safaris in Lake Manyara made for you

Small but mighty national park known for tree-climbing lions, giraffes and birds

A bird and wildlife paradise

By managing to squeeze a majority of Tanzania‘s diverse habitats, animals and birdlife into just one, and by most standards, small national park (33,000 hectares) Lake Manyara is a very popular park, made even more so for its tree-climbing lions, thriving herds of giraffe and broad range of bird species.

Set between Arusha and the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park runs along the Rift Valley escarpment and where two-thirds of its hectarage lies under the waters of its alkaline lake. Spot baboons, blue monkeys and bushbuck in its evergreen forests, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe and zebra on its flood plains, whereas its acacia woodland is popular amongst its leopards and those tree-climbing lions.

One of the main draws to the park is its variation of birdlife. Thanks to its watery terrain there are healthy populations of large waterbirds such as flamingo, cormorant, pelican, stork, stilt and much more to discover.

  • Three people looking up at a tree
  • African wading stork, Yellow billed stork (Wood stork, Wood ibis) foraging for fish in water at Lake Manyara, Tanzania, East Africa
  • Hippos at Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
  • A wild elephant walking across a green plain

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Lake Manyara specialists

Lunch in the village of Mto Wa Mbu

Take a stroll through the local farming village of Mto Wa Mbu and enjoy a local lunch in the middle of the village

Walk the Manyara Treetop Walkway

Go on a sky-high adventure along the Manyara Treetop Walkway, experiencing nature and wildlife from a unique perspective

Run the plains with a Maasai warrior

Enjoy a truly unique and unforgettable outdoor fitness experience as you go running across the plains with a Maasai warrior

A word from one of our experts

Beyond the allure of possibly spotting tree-climbing lions, and marvelling at vast expanses of flamingos, Lake Manyara in Tanzania offers you breathtaking views of lush forests and diverse wildlife. The lake's serene waters, framed by the dramatic backdrop of the Great Rift Valley, create an idyllic setting for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Jody van Merode Senior Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Lake Manyara

There are many incredible places to stay in Lake Manyara. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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When to visit

Tanzania is an amazing destination to visit all year round, but if you’re after the Great Migration, visit between June and July. The iconic river crossings take place from August to October and calves are born at the start of the year, with up to 8000 born daily during February. November to June is best for birdlife.

Bird spotting

November–June

Green season

January–February

Great Migration

June–October

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