Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara National Park is a compact yet remarkably diverse destination, resting at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. It brings together lush groundwater forest, open grassland, acacia woodland and the wide alkaline waters of Lake Manyara.

The park is famous for its large troops of baboons and its tree-climbing lions, though sightings of the latter are never guaranteed. Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos and many smaller species can also be seen during a game drive through its changing habitats.Lake Manyara is especially rewarding for bird lovers, with abundant species found around the lake and forest. Its close proximity to Arusha and Karatu makes it an excellent first or final stop on a Northern Tanzania safari.