Manyara National Park

The Manyara National Park in northern Tanzania covers an area of around 330 square kilometres against the backdrop of the East African Rift Valley and is known for its evergreen acacia forests, ancient baobab trees of impressive size, grass Savannah and of course the alkaline lake of Manyara, which is the main attraction of the park. Some consider the Manyara National Park to be the most beautiful garden in Africa.

The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, wildebeest, as well as more than 400 species of birds. Including pink flamingos, which can be seen in large numbers on the lakeshore. Aspecial attraction are tree-climbing lions; a unique phenomenon that can only be observed in this park. Nevertheless, you will find that wildlife is less present then in parks like the Serengeti. Here your ability to observe, search and find is required. With a little spirit of discovery, you can spot the animals of the park in the green of the forests.

With Tanger Safaris you can experience the flora and fauna on both game drives and guided walks, and complement your stay with our offer to visit the nearby village of Mto wa Mbu or combine it with a hike for extensive bird watching. For sure, our guide will pay you a visit to the “hippo pool”. Before you see the impressive natural spectacle of hippos, you will smell that you are close to the goal. A safari is an experience for all the senses.

You can visit the park at any time of the year. In the peak tourist season from June to October, the weather is generally sunny and warm, with little rainfall. Many tourists use this period to experience the unique landscape and African wildlife on game drives, guided walking safaris or from the back of a horse.

From November to May, the weather can be unpredictable, with heavy rains and strong winds you should expect. However, this is also the time when the park is greenest and the landscape is more lush and beautiful. During this time, prices – and temperatures – are lower, accommodation is more affordable and there is less tourism.