Lake Manyara National Park.
A Home of Tree Climbing Lions
Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara National Park, named from the Maasai word “enyara,” spans 330 sq. km in northern Tanzania’s Great Rift Valley. Its diverse landscapes—alkaline lake, grasslands, woodlands and dense forests—support rich wildlife, including iconic pink flamingos, making it a vital biodiversity hot spot and a stunning destination for exploration.
Lake Manyara boasts exceptional birdlife with over 400 recorded species. Its famous tree-climbing lions rest in the branches when not hunting. The forests shelter baboons, blue monkeys, and bushbucks, while grassy plains host buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, and giraffe. Elephants are abundant, and a hippo pool offers great sightings.
Climate
Lake Manyara enjoys a generally temperate climate, with mild daytime temperatures and cooler mornings and evenings—warm clothing is recommended for early game drives. The Dry Season lasts from June to September, while the Wet Seasons occur from March to May and October to December, with rain rarely affecting game viewing.
Attraction
The Park has remarkable attractions most notably the tree climbing lions, Marang’ forest, hot spring, ground water forest, diversity of bird species and the rift valley. Plan your trip by visiting Lake Manyara National Park were you will get exceptional experience that quenches your travel thirst.
Canoeing
Glide silently across Lake Manyara’s tranquil waters, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. Paddle alongside the shoreline as your expert guide points out vibrant water birds, basking hippos, and other animals that gather at the water’s edge, offering a unique safari perspective.
Canopy Tree Walks
Lake Manyara boasts one of Africa’s longest tree canopy walkways, featuring elevated viewing decks nestled among the trees. This unique experience provides breathtaking perspectives of the forest, offering close encounters with birds, butterflies, and playful monkeys as you stroll through the treetops.
Where You’ll Stay
The following are some of the lodges and tented camps that we recommend in the Serengeti National Park. For information on additional accommodation not featured, please contact us.
Chem Chem Lodge
Chem Chem Lodge features a striking flamingo-inspired main building and eight private tented suites.
Kirurumu Manyara Lodge
Kirurumu Manyara Lodge is set high on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, enjoying a marvelous, uplifting and panoramic view.
Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, set against Tanzania’s Mto wa Mbu escarpment, blends nature and luxury.
The Best Time To Visit Tarangire
During the dry season (June to September), wildlife gathers around the remaining waterholes in Lake Manyara National Park. However, the northern section can be busy during this time. For a more secluded experience, visit just after the wet season, typically between March and April.
Similar to other regions in northern Tanzania, the dry season runs from June to September. The two wet seasons are from March to May (long rains) and October to December (short rains). Rainfall is usually brief, so game viewing is not significantly affected.
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