“A Short Summary of iconic Manyara National Park”
→ On the floor of the Great Rift Valley,lies Lake Manyara National Park. The rift valley escarpment wall that give the Park a spectacular view. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, the Park, with its underground water forest support many lives especially the primates.
Location:
»» The Park mostly located between Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley in the Arusha and Manyara Regions. It is administered by the Tanzania National Parks Authority, and covers an area of 325 km² including about 230 km² lake surface.
Things To Do:
»» Lake Manyara National Park offers a variety of activities, including game drives, bird watching, canoeing, and a unique treetop walkway experience. Visitors can also witness the park's famous tree-climbing lions, enjoy night game drives, and explore the diverse wildlife and scenery. Unique Experiences: ***Treetop Walkway: -Enjoy a unique perspective of the park from a 370-meter-long aerial walkway through the forest canopy. ***Canoeing: -Paddle through the lake (when water levels are favorable) and get close to the birds and wildlife along the shoreline. ***Mountain Biking: -Explore the local village of Mto Wa Mbu and cycle to the lake shore, enjoying the scenery and local culture. ***Scenic Views: -Take in the stunning views of the Rift Valley escarpment and the surrounding landscapes, Hot springs. -Lake Manyara, The lake itself is a major attraction, providing a habitat for numerous bird species and wildlife.
Animals:
»» Lake Manyara National Park is known for its diverse wildlife, including the famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and diverse birdlife. Other common animals include giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and various antelope species. You can also spot baboons, hippos, and on the slopes of the escarpment, Kirk's dik-dik and klipspringer. ***Birds: -Flamingos: The lake is known for its large flocks of flamingos (both Greater and Lesser -Other birds include pelicans, storks, herons, and many more.
“Excursions and activities in Manyara National Park”
Game Drives
»» During morning game drives, wildlife species are very active and easy to see since they are active in the morning making these game drives very interesting and memorable.
»» Afternoon game drives are mostly good for exploring different parts of Lake Manyara national park with ranger guide for enjoying the scenery around the park as well as taking amazing pictures.
»» Mostly in the evening, game drives offer an opportunity to watch the amazing sunset over the savannah plains and predators such as lions and leopards can also be seen during the evening as they start their hunt for prey.
Walking Safaris
»» With Immerssive Experience Walking safaris allow for a closer connection with nature, with opportunities to observe animal tracks, birdlife, and the smaller details of the ecosystem.
»» Guided by experienced rangers, visitors can explore the park on foot, learning about range of animals, including monkeys, zebras, giraffes, elephants, and various bird species.
“What is the best month to visit the Manyara National Park"

Manyara National Park In June to October
Dry season,
This period offers the best wildlife viewing opportunities as animals congregate around water sources, and the thinner vegetation makes them easier to spot.
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