About Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara National Park is a compact gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its tree-climbing lions and vast flocks of flamingos, this diverse park offers an incredible variety of habitats from groundwater forest to acacia woodland and grassy floodplains. The alkaline lake covers two-thirds of the park and attracts millions of flamingos and over 400 bird species.
Highlights
- Famous for its rare tree-climbing lions found lounging in acacia trees
- Spectacular flocks of flamingos creating pink carpets on the lake
- Over 400 bird species making it a premier birding destination
- Dense groundwater forest with troops of baboons and blue monkeys
- Dramatic Rift Valley escarpment providing stunning scenic backdrops
Activities
Game Drives
Canopy Walkway
Bird Watching
Canoeing (seasonal)
Night Game Drives
Cultural Tours
Wildlife
Tree-climbing Lions
Elephants
Giraffes
Flamingos
Hippos
Buffalo
Blue Monkeys
Baboons
Zebras
Wildebeest