Lake Manyara, Tanzania
What to see at Lake Manyara and how to fit it into a Tanzania trip.
Quick answer
Tree-climbing lions and thousands of flamingos in a Rift Valley lake beneath an escarpment.
Best season for Tanzania: June–October (wildlife); December–March (Zanzibar). Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Lake Manyara
Tree-climbing lions and thousands of flamingos in a Rift Valley lake beneath an escarpment.
Lake Manyara is one of 14 places we cover in Tanzania, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Tanzania plan. A 5-day Tanzania trip from Mumbai costs about ₹84,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Tanzania
- Serengeti
- Kilimanjaro Trek
- Zanzibar Island
- Serengeti National Park
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Zanzibar
- Great Migration (Serengeti)
Questions about Lake Manyara
What is Lake Manyara?
Tree-climbing lions and thousands of flamingos in a Rift Valley lake beneath an escarpment.
When is the best time to visit Lake Manyara?
Tanzania's best season is June–October (wildlife); December–March (Zanzibar), which is the best window for Lake Manyara too.
How many days do I need in Tanzania to include Lake Manyara?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Tanzania. Lake Manyara fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Lake Manyara in a Tanzania package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Lake Manyara to a Tanzania plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.