The Spirit of the Wild
Small but spectacularly
diverse, Lake Manyara National Park packs an astonishing variety of habitats
into 330 km² along the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. From dense
groundwater forest to open acacia woodland, grassy floodplains, and the shimmering
alkaline Lake Manyara, the park offers a concentrated East African ecosystem
showcase. Manyara is world-famous for its tree-climbing lions — a behaviour
unique to a handful of East African locations — and its large elephant herds.
The lake's flamingo-fringed shores and prolific birdlife make it one of
Tanzania's premier birding parks.
Tree-climbing lions
Experience the raw power and beauty of nature in its purest form.
Vast flocks of flamingos on Lake Manyara
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Dense baboon populations
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Diverse birdlife (over 400 species)
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Beautiful Great Rift Valley scenery
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Game drives showcasing elephants, giraffes, and hippos
Experience the raw power and beauty of nature in its purest form.
• Short drive from Arusha — ideal first or last park on the Northern Circuit
Experience the raw power and beauty of nature in its purest form.
When to Embark?
Temperate African days and crisp, star-filled nights await your arrival.
The absolute best window for clear vistas and peak predator sightings.
The Magnitude of Herds
Everything here follows the ancient rhythm of the rains and the golden grass.
Lion
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Elephant
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Leopard
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Buffalo
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Giraffe
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Zebra
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Wildebeest
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Hippo
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Flamingo
Ancient inhabitant of the Lake Manyara National Park wilderness.
Geographic Heart
Lat: -3.612057 • Lng: 35.794665
Locate the Soul
Nestled within Tanzania, the Lake Manyara National Park represents one of the most significant ecosystems on our planet.
Our Curated Safaris
12 Days Gorillas Trek And Serengeti Migration
This privately guided luxury safari combines Africa's most iconic wildlife experiences: the majestic mountain gorillas of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and the legendary "Big 5" game viewing within Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
7-Day Tanzania's Top Safari Highlights (with Hot Air Balloon)
Tanzania's greatest safari highlights packed into seven extraordinary days — Tarangire's elephant kingdom, an immersive walking safari in Lake Manyara, two nights in the Serengeti with an unforgettable hot air balloon sunrise flight, and a full descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Expert guides, luxury lodges, and memories that last a lifetime.
9-Day Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Escape
The ultimate Tanzania experience: three extraordinary nights on safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti — witnessing Africa's most spectacular wildlife — followed by three days of pure paradise on the white-sand beaches and spice-scented shores of Zanzibar. Safari thrills meet island serenity in this perfect luxury journey.
10-Day Luxury Kenya & Tanzania Safari
This extraordinary ten-day luxury journey spans six iconic destinations across Kenya and Tanzania, including Lake Nakuru, the Masai Mara, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire. Guided by expert naturalists, guests experience Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles while staying in world-class lodges and tented camps.
Where to Stay
Lake Manyara Kilima moja Lodge
As a member of the Wellworth Collection, Kilimamoja Lodge mirrors the grandeur and opulence of its sister lodge, Oldeani. It is built to impress, with high ceilings, polished stone floors, and a massive main building that acts as the lodge's social hub. The property is designed to provide a "palatial" experience in the wilderness, focusing on large private spaces and expansive views.
Essential FAQ
Visual Odyssey
