Home / Africa, Tanzania Tours / National Park
1 day(s)
Regular & Private
1-6 people
easy
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Lake Manyara National Park on this full-day guided safari from Arusha. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, diverse birdlife, and spectacular soda lake, Lake Manyara offers one of Tanzania's most rewarding wildlife experiences. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide as you explore lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and the shores of the alkaline lake. Spot giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, wildebeest, and, if you're lucky, the park's legendary tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the stunning landscapes before continuing your unforgettable game drive through one of Tanzania's most scenic national parks.
Duration
1 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-6 people
Tour Code
TSB-YZR4ZZ
Departure Type
guaranteed
Tour Category
National Park
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
0 - 99

Arusha
07:00
Arusha
06:30 – Hotel Pick-up in Arusha
Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. Meet your professional safari guide and depart in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle toward Lake Manyara National Park.
Scenic Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
Enjoy a beautiful drive through the Great Rift Valley and rural Tanzanian villages while your guide shares fascinating information about the region's wildlife, culture, and landscapes.
Arrival & Morning Game Drive
Upon entering Lake Manyara National Park, begin your exciting game drive through lush groundwater forests, where troops of baboons and blue monkeys are frequently seen. Continue exploring the park's varied habitats in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeest, warthogs, impalas, and many other species.
Lake Manyara & Bird Watching
Visit the shores of the famous alkaline soda lake, home to over 400 bird species, including pelicans, storks, herons, cormorants, African fish eagles, and seasonal flocks of pink flamingos that create one of the park's most spectacular sights.
Tree-Climbing Lions
Keep your camera ready for one of Lake Manyara's greatest attractions—the famous tree-climbing lions, often seen resting on the branches of ancient mahogany and acacia trees.
Picnic Lunch
Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at a designated picnic site within the national park while taking in magnificent views of Lake Manyara and the surrounding wilderness.
Afternoon Game Drive
After lunch, continue your safari in search of additional wildlife, including hippos near the Hippo Pool and the park's abundant birdlife and mammals.
Return to Arusha
In the late afternoon, depart Lake Manyara National Park and enjoy a relaxing drive back to Arusha.
18:00 – Hotel Drop-off
Arrive back at your hotel with unforgettable memories of your Tanzanian safari adventure.
Copyright © 2026 All Rights Reserved