Lake Manyara National Park
The Tree-Climbing Lions of the Rift Valley
About Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park is one of Tanzania's most scenic parks, set against the dramatic escarpment of the East African Rift Valley. The alkaline soda lake — covering two-thirds of the park — turns flamingo-pink during the dry season. Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a phenomenon rarely seen elsewhere in Africa.
Highlights
- Tree-climbing lions — a rare phenomenon
- Flamingo flocks on the soda lake
- Rift Valley escarpment views
- Large baboon troops and vervet monkeys
- Rich birdlife — 400+ species
Wildlife You May See
LionElephantHippoBuffaloFlamingoPelicanBaboonBlue MonkeyZebra
Key Facts
Park Size
648 km²
From Arusha
126 km
Best Months
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
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10 Days Ultimate Northern Circuit
10 nights · nights · from $4,800/per person
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8 Days Honeymoon Safari — Bush Lovers
8 nights · nights · from $4,200/per person
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10 Days Tanzania Luxury Family Safari
10 nights · nights · from $5,500/per person
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7 Days Gems of the North
7 nights · nights · from $3,300/per person
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12 Days Tanzania Kenya Expedition
12 nights · nights · from $7,200/per person
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