Martin Tour & SafarisTanzania · Zanzibar
Lake Manyara Day Safari

Mainland Tanzania · Safari

Lake Manyara Day Safari

Full day · 9 hours · from $300 per person

Overview

Lake Manyara packs forest, lake shore and acacia woodland into a compact park at the foot of the Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for tree-climbing lions, huge baboon troops and seasonal flamingos.

Highlights

  • Tree-climbing lions
  • Flamingos and pelicans on the lake
  • Groundwater forest with giant fig trees
  • Rift Valley escarpment views
  • Private 4x4 and picnic lunch

Itinerary

  1. 07:00

    Pick-up from Arusha.

  2. 09:30

    Enter Manyara, forest and lake-shore game drive.

  3. 12:30

    Picnic lunch overlooking the lake.

  4. 14:00

    Afternoon drive along the escarpment.

  5. 16:30

    Return to Arusha.

What's included

  • Private 4x4 and driver-guide
  • Park fees
  • Picnic lunch and water
  • Arusha transfers

What's excluded

  • Treetop walkway (USD 55)
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Pick-up information

Any Arusha or Mto wa Mbu hotel.

What to bring

  • · Neutral clothing
  • · Binoculars
  • · Camera
  • · Light jacket

Frequently asked

Is it good for children?

One of the best — short distances, lots of animals and an early finish.

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