Lake Manyara National Park
A shallow soda lake beneath the Rift Valley escarpment.
Overview
Compact and biologically diverse, Lake Manyara sits at the base of the Great Rift Valley wall, its groundwater forest, acacia woodland and open floodplain supporting an unusually dense and varied wildlife population for its size.
Why Visit
- Tree-climbing lions (a Manyara signature, sightings not guaranteed)
- Flamingo flocks on the lake shallows
- A lush, forested contrast to the open plains
Things to Do
- Game drives through groundwater forest and floodplain
- Canoeing on the lake (seasonal)
- Cycling safaris along the escarpment base
Wildlife
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Journeys to Lake Manyara National Park
6-Day :Luxury Wildebeest Migration & Mara River Crossing Safari
Luxury Wildebeest Migration and Mara River Crossing Safari
Arusha · Ngorongoro Crater · Serengeti National Park · Lake Manyara National Park · Tarangire National Park
10-Day: Big Five and Great Migration Safari
The Ultimate Tanzania Experience
Arusha · Lake Manyara National Park · Ngorongoro Crater · Serengeti National Park · Tarangire National Park
5-Day :Tanzania Wildlife Adventure Small Group Safari
Tanzania Wildlife Adventure Small Group Safari
Arusha · Ngorongoro Crater · Serengeti National Park · Tarangire National Park · Lake Manyara National Park