Lake Manyara National Park: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Arusha: 2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Safari

1. From Arusha: 2-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Our driver guide will be ready to pick you up from your place of stay or the airport in and around Arusha. From this moment your safari adventure will start! You will drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its scenic baobab trees and high-density population of elephants. Here you will enjoy a full-day game drive. Stay overnight in our unique Africa Safari Lake Manyara accommodation, located right next to the lake. Be amazed by its beautiful environment and enjoy seeing wildlife such as zebras and wildebeest walking around the campsite. The following morning, after you have enjoyed your breakfast, you will enjoy a full-day game drive in the world-famous Ngorongoro crater, the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world, often referred to as the 8th world wonder. Get the chance to spot the Big 5 during your game drive! Afterwards, your driver guide will bring you back to Arusha.

Arusha: Lake Manyara National Park Day Trip with Lunch

2. Arusha: Lake Manyara National Park Day Trip with Lunch

Enjoy a spectacular one-day trip to Lake Manyara, an alkaline lake and home to the endangered tilapia (Oreochromis amphimelas). The Lake Manyara National Park area is a narrow strip running between the Gregory Rift wall to the west and Lake Manyara, to the east. The national park only includes the northwest quadrant of the lake, about 200 km2, wildlife-viewing and an opportunity to learn about the everyday lives of Tanzanian villagers. On the edge of the Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park is small, but it's diverse eco-systems pack in a huge variety of animal and bird life. It is rightly famous for its tree-climbing lions, but also for its boisterous baboons! A riot of color is provided by the bird life here and your day trip also includes a village tour of Mto wa Mbu. Set amidst phenomenal landscape, you search out the wildlife on the plains and in the acacia woodlands, not forgetting the shores of the shallow alkaline lake itself. Although this is a small park, with much of it underwater, it is a varied environment with characteristic fig and mahogany trees prevalent here. You might spot Lake Manyara's renowned tree-climbing lions, but you could easily find elephant, hippo, wildebeest, buffalo and giraffe, plus many other species. A splash of color will be added by the pink-hued flamingos, one of 400 bird species recorded here. Also present are spoonbills, stilts, egrets, pelicans, cormorants and yellow-billed storks.

From Zanzibar: 3-Day Northern Circuit Safari with Flights

3. From Zanzibar: 3-Day Northern Circuit Safari with Flights

Explore the Northern Circuit of Tanzania during your holiday in Zanzibar! Visit Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater! Stay overnight in a unique accommodation. Wake up early in the morning for your transfer to the airport of Zanzibar. From here you will fly to Arusha, once you have arrived our driver guide will be awaiting you to take you to Tarangire National Park, famous for its scenic baobab trees and having the largest population of elephants in northern Tanzania. Enjoy a full day game drive. Stay overnight in Africa Safari Lake Manyara, an accommodation located right next to Lake Manyara. Be amazed by its beautiful environment and the wildlife who are often seen grazing the grass on the campsite! The following day, after enjoying your breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater where you will get the chance to see the Big 5. The Ngorongoro Crater is also referred to as the 8th World Wonder, which you will experience for yourself! Stay one more night in our Africa Safari Lake Manyara accommodation. On the last day, after breakfast, you will experience a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This park is famous for its tree climbing lions! After the morning game drive our drive guide will bring you back to Arusha, from where you will catch your flight back to Zanzibar. Once you arrive our driver will be awaiting you to bring you back to your hotel.

From Arusha: 2-Day Safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara

4. From Arusha: 2-Day Safari to Tarangire and Lake Manyara

Our driver guide will be ready to pick you up from your place of stay or the airport in and around Arusha. From this moment your safari adventure will start! You will drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its scenic baobab trees and high-density population of elephants. Here you will enjoy a full-day game drive. Stay overnight in our unique Africa Safari Lake Manyara accommodation, located right next to the lake. Be amazed by its beautiful environment and enjoy seeing wildlife such as zebras and wildebeest walking around the campsite. The following morning, after you have enjoyed your breakfast, you will enjoy a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and beautiful scenery. Afterwards, your driver guide will bring you back to Arusha.

4 Days Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Exploration

5. 4 Days Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Exploration

Friendly Africa Adventures’ 4 Days Serengeti, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro safari which specifically includes the Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park, has been designed to offer you a short but intense Tanzanian Northern Circuit safari experience for a shorter and time-constrained period. You will experience the excitement of game viewing in three of the most spectacular national game parks in Tanzania. It's definitely not a trip you want to miss! Day 1: Arusha (pre-safari) Pickup from the airport (can be from Kilimanjaro airport or Arusha airport) You will be accommodated at Venice Hotel Will have a city tour with the guide and will show the Arusha city plus the Masai market, Hot spring at Kikuletwa hot springs and an optional Tanzanite experience tour as you explore the beauty of Tanzania’s Arusha. Day 2: Arusha - Lake Manyara Meet our professional tour guide/driver in Arusha town who will deliver a short safari info briefing, after which you travel to the Lake Manyara National Park. You arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. After lunch, you head to the Lake Manyara National Park. This impressive park is one of Tanzania's most dramatically located wildlife areas, consisting of a massive but shallow soda lake (covering two-thirds of the park) at the foot of the Great Rift Valley's western escarpment. The park's varied habitat attracts a wide variety of animals, including one of Africa's largest concentrations of elephants, Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions, as well as large flocks of flamingos attracted by the algae in the lake. Dinner and overnight as per the standard and type of accommodation option requested. Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park - Ngorongoro Crater After breakfast, you descend 600 meters into this magnificent crater for a morning half-day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most densely crowded African wildlife areas in the world and is home to an estimated 30,000 animals including some of Tanzania's last remaining black rhino. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park is its dense population of predators which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater, after which you travel to the Tarangire National Park. Day 4: Tarangire National Park - Arusha After breakfast you head into the Tarangire National Park for a morning game drive. The park runs along the line of the Tarangire River and is mainly made up of low-lying hills on the Great Rift Valley floor. Its natural vegetation mainly consists of acacia woodland and giant African baobab trees, with huge swamp areas in the south. Both the river and the swamps act like a magnet for wild animals during Tanzania's dry season.

Tanzania Wildlife Safari, Tanzania Culture Safari,

6. Tanzania Wildlife Safari, Tanzania Culture Safari,

1) Day - visit to Tarangire Park - along the Tarangire valley, towards the silale swamp, lormakou and Ngusero oloirobi and finally towards the Gurusi swamp 2) visit - Lake Manyara Park - Discover the northern part of the park to see the hippo pool - between the water's edge and the cliffs of the rift valley - Finally the acacia carpet with the lions in the trees if possible 3) Visit - Ngorongoro National Park - see the Ngorongoro crater - the picnic area of Ngoitoktok springs - drive through the Lerai forest and Lemala road - maybe go and see the interior of the crater - Semala road (north east of the crater) - the Seneto downhill road to the west of the crater) - take the Lerai road (south of Lake Magadi) - Take the paved road that goes around the crater, observe the views from the top of the Seneto road etc.). - I would also like to pass by Lake Eyasi to get to Ngorongoro. 4) Visit - Lake Natron - Getting to the lake - To the south side of the lake, the view of the volcano - On the south west side: Engaresero - Crossing the Massai territories - The scenery on the roads from Mto wa Mbuu or the north of Serengeti 5) visit - Serengeti Park - The area of the Mory Kopjes (big five) - The Seronera - The south east of Serengeti (along the Seronera river) - Looking towards the Massai Kopjes/Simba/Moru/Gol/Barafu side - Looking around Mount Makona - The Serengeti plains towards the Kamuyo months - Lagrumeti and the western corridor (herd migration?) - South of the river (Ndabaka Plains), Mount Simeti, Dutwa Plains, Mount Varicho to Mbalageti River

From Arusha: 3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Manyara Safari

7. From Arusha: 3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Manyara Safari

3 Day 2 Night Northern Circuit Tarangire Park, Lake Manyara Park, Ngorongoro Crater Day 1: Arusha/Tarangire National Park (120km –3hrshours) Breakfast at 0730am. Pick up from your hotel in Arusha where client have booked at 08:00am and drive on tarmac road 120km to Tarangire National Park (2,850 sq km or 1,005 sq mile’s) for game drives. Lunch picnic there after lunch continue with afternoon game viewing in the park, a home to Lion, Leopard, Elephant, buffalo, Python, Zebra, Oryx, Impala and more... Over 450 species of birds have been observed. Dinner and overnight at the Campor Lodge Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park (70km – 1hour) Breakfast at 0700am. Pick up from the Campsite at 0800am and drive on tarmac road 60km with lunch box to Lake Manyara National Park (330 sq km or 127 sq mile’s) on the base of the Great Rift Valley, for the Afternoon game drives. The park is home to Lion, Hippo, Elephant, Zebra, Buffalo, Giraffe, Baboon, Blue and Vervet monkey, Warthog and more...About 350 species of birds have been recorded. This small park contains also five distinct vegetation zones. Thus supporting a large variety of birds and animals. The Manyara National park is also famous for its large flocks of flamingos. In this park canoeing has recently been added to the tourist activities in this park at extra cost. This is a great way to see the park from a new perspective. Dinner and overnight at the Campsite or Lodge Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Floor/Arusha (190km – 3 hours) Wake up early morning for breakfast then at 0730hours drive to Ngorongoro and descend into the Crater floor (19.2 km of diameter, 610m deep, 304 sq km) for game drives. The crater is home to Black Rhino, Elephants, Zebras, Wildebeests, Buffalos, Impalas and so many other Antelopes. Approximately 25,000 millions of different animals. Carnivores are pride of Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Hyena and other small cats. Your lunch will be served on the picnic site at Ngoitoktok swamp a Hippo pool, after lunch proceeds with afternoon game viewing while ascending the Crater and in the late afternoon driver back to Arusha

Northern: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Manyara and Tarangire.

8. Northern: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Manyara and Tarangire.

DAY 1. ARRIVAL AT ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO AIRPORT -SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK. after arrivals in Kilimanjaro or arusha airport you will meet with our guide for tour information and transfer from airport to hotel or direct for safaris depending on flight timetable, we will start safari tour to serengeti where will pass through ngorongoro gate, will so half game day drive where we will see a-lot of animals and different wildlife like lion,leopards,giraffes,buffalos,elephants and other wonder-full animals ,Dinner snd overnight in acacia lodge/ serengeti cottages( accommodation can be changed depending on the wish of customer DAY2 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA(mixed(man with animals) After breakfast you will go for a full day of game viewing in one of wonderfully world heritage site that bring great chance to visitor to see how wildlife live with wildlife animals even with no scare where you will spot animals like cheetah, lion, black rhinoceros, hippopotamus, wildebeest the zebra the eland, Grant's and Thompson's gazelles, leopards, elephants, mountain reedbuck, and buffalo, wildebeest, hartebeest, waterbuck, warthog, hyena and jackals. Primates include baboons and vervet monkeys. During the game drive you might spot some birds which include ostrich, bizarre secretary, black eagles, secretary bird, Kori bustard, crowned crane, marabou stork, martial eagle, lovebirds, bustards and plovers, European migrants from November to May include White Storks, swallows, Yellow Wagtails among others, Stonechat, Schalow's Wheatear, Anteater Chat, Fiscal Shrike, Augur Buzzards, Verreaux's Eagle and flamingoes, dinner and overnight stay in Manyara safari lodge(can be changed DAY3. NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA TO MANYARA NATIONAL PARK morning after breakfast ,we will start our nice attractive tour to the place where you can see lion climb the trees, This is due to nature of national park that allow them to climb trees so that they can see and do hunting in good ways.Here manyara there is different attractions line hot-spring and lake manyara, Dunner and overnight in Tarangire cottages DAY 4: MANYARA NATIONAL PARK TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK one among of best informations that make more visitor to go tarangire is due to have great group of elephants(paradise of african larger elephants) that move together in larger group compare to other places.tarangire national park has become more nice place because has nice picnic where you rest while viewing wildlife enjoying the animals view.,Dinner and overnight in kibo hotel DAY 5. ARUSHA TO AIRPORT after having good time in wildness the last day we will transfer to airport ready for back home.

4 Days Private Camping Safari

9. 4 Days Private Camping Safari

A stunning Five days of wildlife wonders, beginning in Arusha and taking in the ‘classic’ destinations of Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Lion and cheetah, elephants and buffalo, as well as fascinating birdlife, all in incredible environments, provide the highlights. With your own private vehicle to enjoy your wonderful experiences, your accommodation on this ‘Basic’ category trip is at public campsites in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Accommodations: Travelers will be sleeping on public campsites; bathroom facilities are shared with fellow travelers at the camp. Travelers travel together in our own vehicle, with our own driver-guide and a chef who prepares all food. Day 1: Tarangire National Park Today we set out early, collecting you from your Arusha hotel and heading south to stunning Tarangire National Park. We arrive at picnic site by noon, in time for a pleasant lunch. Your afternoon game-drive will reveal all the wonders of Tarangire, a National Park often referred to as the ‘Elephant Playground’. Herds of up to 300 of these mighty mammals are sometimes seen in the park. Day 2: Lake Manyara National The park encompasses the northwest bank and part of the alkaline Lake Manyara which itself rests in the Great Rift Valley. The park is perhaps best known for its flamingos, pelicans and cormorants but it is also the home for a few hundred other species of birds; it is therefore a paradise for ornithologists. Next to a great variety of birds, the “Big Game” can also be seen. With a bit of luck you might see elephants in the wooded regions and with even more fortune the tree-climbing lions. Indeed, it was thought for a long time that the Lake Manyara National Park is the only place where lions can be found with this atypical behaviour of climbing trees. Baboons and vervet monkeys are also found amongst the forested areas and in the more open spaces, giraffes nibble at the fresh leaves while the various types of antelopes common to the region browse for tasty shoots. After a picnic lunch, there will be more time for further game and wildlife watching Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater First, there’s the volcanic caldera (the world’s largest), full of grassland, forest and swamp, a setting of jaw-dropping beauty. Secondly, the permanent water of the crater floor supports a resident population of more than 25,000 large mammals. Here you’ll find many of the reasons you chose to come on safari: elephant, lion, leopard, hyena, jackal, wallowing hippo, waterbuck, baboons… even the rare black rhino finds shelter here. Day 4: Leave to your hotel in Arusha

Tanzania & Zanzibar: 11-Day Safari & Tropical Island Trip

10. Tanzania & Zanzibar: 11-Day Safari & Tropical Island Trip

Combine the best of both destinations; enjoy a Safari and a Tropical Island during this 11-day adventure in Tanzania and Zanzibar. This safari holiday gives you the chance to discover all the world-famous National Parks that the Northern part of Tanzania has to offer. Fly from Tanzania to the subtropical island of Zanzibar, where you may unwind and enjoy the place before flying home. The ideal combination for an unforgettable holiday! Day 1-After we take you up from Kilimanjaro Airport, you will spend the night at Africa Safari Arusha. Because it is Tanzania's tourism centre, Arusha is the best place to start your safari trip. Day 2-Admire Tarangire National Park. This park is well-known for having an abundance of elephants, but a full-day safari will allow you to see a wide range of other safari animals. Your overnight stay will be at Africa Safari Rift Valley. Day 3-Discover the vast biological diversity during a full-day wildlife drive through Lake Manyara National Park, you'll have the chance to see the unique and well-known tree-climbing lions. Travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stay the night at Africa Safari Karatu. Day 4-Take a full day exploring the wildlife during a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and best-preserved volcano crater in the world. While staying the night in Africa Safari South Serengeti, take in the 360-degree views of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Day 5-Take in the breathtaking surroundings of the Ngorongoro Crater. In the afternoon, go on a safari game drive around Lake Ndutu. Spend the night at the comfortable lodge Africa Safari South Serengeti in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Day 6- Spend the entire day spotting animals at the famous Serengeti National Park. With its expansive plains and an abundance of animals that extends as far as the eye can view, the Serengeti is a safari enthusiast's dream come true. Spend the night at Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma, which has a wildlife-filled backyard thanks to the neighbouring Grumeti River. Day 7-Due to the immensity of the area, it is best to experience the Serengeti National area over several days. Additionally, you can go on an unforgettable balloon safari to view the spectacular Serengeti from above! At Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma, spend the night. Day 8-You'll fly to Zanzibar, the jewel of the Indian Ocean, from Seronera Airstrip. Spend the night at Dream of Zanzibar for luxury or at Zanzibar Bay Resort for comfort. Day 9-10-You can enjoy a variety of optional activities, including diving, snorkelling, visiting a spice farm, going on a submarine adventure, and much more, while relaxing on Zanzibar's stunning white-sand beaches in the days that follow. Day 11-For your return trip to your home country, our drivers will transport you to Zanzibar's international airport.

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