Full-Day Trip to Lake Manyara National Park From Arusha

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Full-Day Trip to Lake Manyara National Park From Arusha 1
Full-Day Trip to Lake Manyara National Park From Arusha 2
Full-Day Trip to Lake Manyara National Park From Arusha 3
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Duration

daily

Max Group Size

103

Departure Type

Scheduled

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

relax

Operated In

English, French, German, Spanish

Age Requirement

3 - 90 Ages

Tour Overview

Lake Manyara National Park is a fantastic choice for a day trip from Arusha. It offers diverse wildlife, stunning scenery, and fewer crowds. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, and pink flamingos along the lake.

National ParkSafariWalking Tour

Route

Starts from

Arusha

Ends in

Arusha

Pickup Location

Arusha, 06:00

Dropoff Location

Arusha, 18:00

Tour route map

Highlights

Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park Spot the tree-climbing lions & large elephant herds Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch with stunning views Birdwatching with over 400 species Experience the beauty of the Great Rift Valley

Itinerary

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Start & End Location: Arusha
Distance: ~126 km (~2–2.5 hours one way)
Duration: Full-day safari (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM)

6:00 AM – Depart from Arusha

Early morning drive toward Lake Manyara National Park.
Stop for a quick coffee/snack along the way (optional).
8:30 AM – Arrive & Start Game Drive

Enter through the lush groundwater forest, home to:
Tree-climbing lions (unique to Manyara & a rare sight in Africa)
Huge baboon troops
Elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests & buffaloes
Leopards & spotted hyenas (rare but possible)
Treetop Walkway (Optional): A 370m canopy walk for a unique perspective of the forest

12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch by Lake Manyara

Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic viewpoint near the lake.
Watch flamingos, pelicans, hippos, and other waterbirds.
1:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive

Drive to the acacia woodlands & open plains to spot:
More elephants & giraffes
Hippos at the Hippo Pool
Birdwatching – over 400 species
Optional Cultural Visit: Stop at Mto wa Mbu village to experience Maasai & local life.

4:00 PM – Drive Back to Arusha

Begin the return journey after an amazing day of wildlife spotting.
6:30 – 7:00 PM: Arrive back in Arusha.

Trip includes

Included

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English French German Spanish
  • Park entry fees
  • Safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional guide/driver
  • Picnic lunch & bottled water
  • Discover unique tree-climbing lions and large baboon troops in the park
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of flamingos and pelicans along Lake Manyara
  • Explore over 400 bird species during a game drive through acacia woodlands

Excluded

  • Discover unique tree-climbing lions and large baboon troops in the park
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of flamingos and pelicans along Lake Manyara
  • Explore over 400 bird species during a game drive through acacia woodlands
  • Tips for guide/driver (~$10–$20 per person)
  • Drinks (soft drinks, alcohol)
  • Optional activities (Treetop Walkway, Maasai village visit)

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