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Full-Day Trip to Lake Manyara National Park From Arusha

Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Arusha,
Duration

1 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

2-103 people

Physical Level

relax

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES
HIGHLIGHTS
ITINERARY
INCLUDES
AVAILABILITY

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.

Activities
National Park Safari Walking Tour

Tour Features

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
2-103 people

Tour Code
Y02

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
National Park

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
3 - 90

Arusha

Pickup Time:

06:00

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Arusha

Dropoff Time:

18:00

Highlights
Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park

Itinerary

Day 1

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.

Included

  • Park entry fees
  • Safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional guide/driver
  • Picnic lunch & bottled water

Excluded

  • Park entry fees
  • Safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional guide/driver
  • Picnic lunch & bottled water
  • Tips for guide/driver (~$10–$20 per person)
  • Drinks (soft drinks, alcohol)
  • Optional activities (Treetop Walkway, Maasai village visit)
  • 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

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