Lake Manyara: Discovering the Secret Symphony of Tanzania’s Wildlife and Waterlands

Lake Manyara: Discovering the Secret Symphony of Tanzania’s Wildlife and Waterlands

Destination:

Lake Manyara

Duration:

4 days up to 10 days

Dates:

Available year-round

Group size

Max 12 people

Price: Please Contact Our Agent To Get A Quote

Details

Itinerary

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Tour Description:

Discover the ecological wonderland of Lake Manyara, a compact park where elephants bathe in springs, pink-hued flamingos wade in alkaline waters, and lions defy gravity by lounging in acacia trees. Kayak along the lake’s edge, hike to hidden waterfalls, and embark on night safaris to spot elusive bushbabies and genets.

Key Highlights:

  • Tree-Climbing Lions: Capture unique photos of big cats draped over branches in the midday heat.

  • Canopy Walkway: Stroll through the treetops of the adjacent Manyara Rainforest, home to blue monkeys and tropical birds.

  • Hot Springs & Birdwatching: Soak in warm springs while observing over 400 bird species, including pelicans and kingfishers.

Ideal For: Wildlife photographers, families, and travelers seeking a quieter safari gem.

Itinerary:

We will design your trip after knowing your needs, including but not limited to:

1. The season you plan to come to Tanzania

2. The approximate time you plan to travel in Tanzania

3. Your preference for hotel selection: A Luxury; B Average Hotel; C Hotel with clean room, hot water, and WIFI

4. Your travel purpose: A: Sightseeing tourism, B:professional photography C: Student study tours D:Family trip

5. The national park or destination you most wish to visit

6. Your dietary habits or food requirements

 

Here are some examples for your reference

4-Day Classic Safari Express

Theme: Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Lake Manyara Ideal for: Wildlife enthusiasts with limited time but seeking the best highlights. Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1: Arusha → Lake Manyara (flamingo shores, tree-climbing lions) Day 2:Central Serengeti (full-day tracking of the Great Migration/cheetah hunts) Day 3: Northern Serengeti (Mara River crossing viewpoint) → Ngorongoro Crater rim Day 4: Crater safari (Big Five) → Return to Arusha/airport

6-Day Symphony of Nature and Culture

Theme: Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Indigenous Tribes + Lake Manyara Ideal for: Travelers seeking a deep dive into ecology and culture. Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire (baobab trees and elephant herds) Day 2-3: Serengeti (Great Migration tracking/night game drives) Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater (full-day safari + Maasai village interaction) Day 5: Lake Manyara (flamingo flocks + tree-climbing lions) → Hadzabe tribe hunting experience Day 6: Arusha cultural market → Departure

8-Day Ultimate Adventure

Theme: Kilimanjaro Climb + Serengeti + Zanzibar Ideal for: Adventurers seeking both challenge and relaxation. Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1-5: Kilimanjaro Machame Route summit (5-day classic climb) Day 6: Serengeti (helicopter tour over the Great Migration) Day 7: Zanzibar Island (Stone Town history + spice farm tour) Day 8: Zanzibar (Prison Island snorkeling/white sand beach relaxation) → Departure

10-Day Epic Panorama Journey

Theme: Full Tanzania Coverage + Ultimate Experiences Ideal for: Deep explorers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime Tanzanian adventure. Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1-2: Lake Manyara (canopy walk + lakeside picnic) → Tarangire (starlit camp) Day 3-5: Serengeti (hot air balloon sunrise + Great Migration documentary filming spots) Day 6: Ngorongoro (crater hike + rhino tracking) Day 7: Lake Eyasi (blacksmithing with the Datoga tribe) Day 8-9: Zanzibar (Prison Island giant tortoises + Jozani Forest mangroves) Day 10: Stone Town heritage tour → Departure