Located 125 km west of Arusha town, nestling by the wall of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park is one of the oldest and most popular sanctuaries in East Africa. The park has a large variety of habitats, making it possible to support a wealth of wildlife in its small area. The main habitats include the shallow soda lake itself, which occupies 77% of the National Park’s total area of 330 sq. km, the groundwater forest, open grassland, acacia woodland, and the rift wall.
The most famous spectacle in the park is the tree-climbing lions, which are occasionally seen lounging on the branches of acacia trees. Other animals found in the park include buffalo, elephants, leopards, baboons, impalas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, ostriches, and hippos. Lake Manyara is also famously known as an ornithologist’s paradise, with over 400 bird species found here, including common water birds such as pelicans, spoonbills, Egyptian geese, hammerkops, and the migratory flamingoes that arrive in their hundreds of thousands, creating one of Africa’s most iconic natural sights over the soda lake.
"The iconic tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara are a rare and spectacular sight, often found lounging on the branches of acacia trees. This natural wonder is something you can't miss." - Kili Glacious Tour Ltd.
"With over 400 bird species, Lake Manyara is a dream destination for bird lovers. Witness the migratory flamingos and other fascinating species as they grace the soda lake." - Kili Glacious Tour Ltd.
"From elephants and giraffes to leopards and buffaloes, Lake Manyara offers a remarkable opportunity to see East Africa's diverse wildlife in a variety of habitats." - Kili Glacious Tour Ltd.