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Lake Manyara National Park

A small scenic park tucked between Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, it’s famous for its giraffes, baboons, and vast sea of pink flamingoes; it’s also conveniently located near Arusha, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, making it perfect for a day trip en-route.

What Will I See?

  • Thousands of flamingos in Lake Manyara
  • Large concentrations of elephant, buffalo, giraffe, antelope and baboons
  • Tree climbing lions
  • Hippo pools
  • Over 400 bird species
  • Forest, grassy floodplain, volcanic peaks and the alkaline Lake Manyara

What Can I Do?

  • Game drives
  • Picnics
  • Canoeing in the wet season

Dry season: from July through October, it’s the best time for game viewing

Green season: from November through June, it’s the best time for bird watching, waterfalls and canoeing