Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Lake Manyara Wildlife Safari with Tree-Climbing Lions

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions in their natural habitat
02 Spot elephants, baboons, vervet monkeys, antelopes, and other wildlife
03 Enjoy birdwatching with flamingos and more than 400 bird species
04 Travel through coffee plantations and Maasai plainland on the way to the park

Embark on a full-day Tanzania safari to Lake Manyara National Park, home to the famous tree-climbing lions and spectacular scenery around the lake, which is mainly fed by underground springs. This astonishing trip also offers rewarding wildlife viewing, with elephants, baboons, antelopes, and the chance to spot many other animals in the park. Bird lovers will enjoy the rich birdlife, including African spoonbills, black herons, silvery-cheeked hornbills, flamingos, and more than 400 other bird species. It is a memorable one-day safari experience from Arusha or Moshi.

Embark on a full-day Tanzania safari to Lake Manyara National Park, home to the famous tree-climbing lions and spectacular scenery around the lake, which is mainly fed by underground springs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Lake Manyara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lake Manyara National Park Safari

Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Arusha or Moshi at 06:00 am and brief you on what will be covered during the day.
The 3.5-hour journey from Moshi will open your eyes to the beauty and colour of the Tanzanian land. The road first passes through the town of Moshi toward Arusha, where you will get to see everyday Tanzanian life. After that, you will continue through coffee plantations, followed by Maasai plainland.
You might even spot Maasai herdsmen with their flocks of cows and goats searching for better pastures.
Your guide will keep you informed about all the important details and what to expect throughout the day.
Lake Manyara National Park attracts a wide variety of animals, including tree-climbing lions and elephants. You may also see the endangered African wild dog, large troops of baboons, flocks of flamingos decorating the beautiful lake, and more than 400 other bird species.
As the blazing midday sun continues to bathe the land, your game viewing will proceed. Later, you will head back to Arusha or Moshi for dinner and overnight, marking the end of your 1-day Tanzania safari to Lake Manyara National Park.