Lake Manyara National Park
Overview
Lake Manyara National Park
The Lake Manyara National Park is situated in the northern part of Tanzania and is only a 90-minute drive from Arusha town. This national park is known for its diverse landscapes which provide a unique wilderness experience.
Enjoy your safari at Manyara National with tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and a big elephant population.
Located in Rift Valley Region, Lake Manyara National Park surrounds an alkaline lake which makes it a haven for the bird populations. The shores of the lake attract huge numbers of flamingos, pelicans, storks, and pods of hippos
- The landscape of Lake Manyara National Park is predominated by acacia woodlands, savannah grasslands, flood plains, forests, and the rift valley escarpments.
- The ecosystem of Manyara shelters a big number of long-tusked elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, waterbucks, buffalos, and impalas.
- The major attraction of Lake Manyara National Park is the healthy population of lions that are famed for their unique tree-climbing ability.
- Additionally, this park accommodates troops of baboons who don’t fail to grab the attention of tourists with their antics and noises.
- Lake Manyara, inside the park, is the best place for Tanzania Birding Safari. This lake is of saline nature and is a key habitat for around 350 species of birds.
Pink flamingos and pelicans flock in the middle of the Lake – The perfect place for Bird watchers!
- Day game drives are the best opportunity to sight the animal species in the park. The main attraction is watching the behavior of the mysterious lions who climb the trees.
- Night game drives are offered for the spotting of some nocturnal birds like a nightjar.
- Camping is a major attraction in the park for safari-goers. You can opt for luxury camps or ordinary camps as per your liking.
- Walking Safaris is an option for those visitors who want to explore the park on the foot.
- A hike to the Rift Valley escarpment for all the fitness enthusiasts out there.
- Canoe-Rides are a way to relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the scenic views around the park. Spot the hippos and aquatic species in Lake Manyara while going for a boat ride.
Engage with Birds at the lake and you are going to become a bird lover. You get a chance to spot some unique and endangered species of birds during your Lake Manyara trip.
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