Spend a full day exploring the beauty and wildlife of Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks.
Spend a full day exploring the beauty and wildlife of Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks. Located just 2.5 to 3 hours from Arusha, this park offers a rich variety of landscapes, from lush forests to a wide soda lake that attracts flamingos, hippos, elephants, tree-climbing lions, and many more animals.
Lake Manyara Day Safari – Full-Day Adventure from Arusha
Price: From $220 per person (based on group rates)
Tour Duration: 1 Day
Start Time: 07:30–08:00
Group Size: 10–20 people
Language: Available in multiple languages
Tour Overview
Spend a full day exploring the beauty and wildlife of Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks. Located just 2.5 to 3 hours from Arusha, this park offers a rich variety of landscapes, from lush forests to a wide soda lake that attracts flamingos, hippos, elephants, tree-climbing lions, and many more animals.
Your adventure begins with hotel pickup in Arusha, followed by a drive through the Great Rift Valley and the colorful town of Mto wa Mbu. You’ll enjoy thrilling game drives, a delicious picnic lunch in the heart of the park, and countless opportunities to see Tanzania’s wildlife up close.
Tour Highlights
See wildlife like elephants, giraffes, hippos, zebras, and tree-climbing lions
Drive through diverse landscapes: forest, savannah, and lakeshore
Spot thousands of flamingos and seasonal water birds
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature
Travel in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
What’s Included
Full-day private safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
English-speaking professional safari guide
Entry fees to Lake Manyara National Park
Picnic lunch and 2 liters of bottled water per person
All government taxes and VAT
Emergency medical evacuation cover (Flying Doctors)
Tea/coffee, soft drinks, and a medical kit on board
Not Included
Travel insurance and visa fees
International flights
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Alcoholic beverages
Airport transfers (unless arranged separately)
Tips for guide/driver
Extra accommodations before or after the tour
Activities not listed in the itinerary
Optional Add-ons at Lake Manyara (Extra Cost)
Canoeing on Lake Manyara – $84 per person
Treetop Walkway Adventure – $64 per person
Enhance your day with these unique experiences—just let us know during booking!
Availability: Daily Departures
Starting Point: Your hotel in Arusha
Return Time: Late afternoon / early evening
Ready to book your Lake Manyara safari?
Contact us today to reserve your spot or join a group! We’re happy to customize your experience to make it perfect for you.