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Northern Tanzania · Tanzania

Lake Manyara National Park

Rift Valley cliffs, groundwater forest and a bird-rich soda lake.

Located beneath the cliffs of the Manyara Escarpment, on the edge of the Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park offers varied ecosystems, incredible bird life, and breathtaking views.

The gem is famous for tree-climbing lions, which is one of the main reasons for visitors to pay a visit to the park. In addition to the lions, the national park is also home to the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world — a fact that accounts for interesting game viewing of large families of the primates. Buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, olive baboon, blue monkey, klipspringer, lions, elephant, hippos are also seen here.

Highlights

  • The Rift Valley escarpment
  • Groundwater forest at the park entrance
  • Hundreds of bird species
  • The treetop walkway
  • Occasional tree-climbing lions

Wildlife

  • Elephant
  • Olive baboon
  • Blue monkey
  • Giraffe
  • Hippo
  • Flamingo
  • Pelican

Things to do

  • Game drives
  • Treetop walkway
  • Canoeing (water levels permitting)
  • Cultural walk in Mto wa Mbu

Frequently asked questions

Do the lions at Lake Manyara really climb trees?
Sometimes. Lions here are known for resting in trees, but sightings are never guaranteed. The park is still well worth a visit for its elephants, primates and birdlife.

Safaris

Safaris visiting Lake Manyara National Park

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