Think of Lake Manyara as a mini Serengeti. The place is very small in size, and a majority of the area is covered by the lake itself, but it still hosts as many as 11 ecosystems and a vast and varied wildlife. The groundwater forest surroundings at Lake Manyara offer a much-needed break from African savannahs. Tree-climbing lions are the superstars here, but predator sightings are difficult. A close encounter with hundreds of elephants is the next best thing.
Highlights
- Night safaris, hiking and trekking available
- Tree-climbing lions
- Splendid bird-watching opportunities
- See elephants from up close
- Breathtaking natural beauty
- Wildlife is usually concentrated in certain pockets
Lowlights
- Very crowded during peak season
| Lake Manyara Facts | |
| Size: | 330 sq. kms. |
| Altitude: | 3,127 feet to 4,741 feet |
| Common Animal Sightings: | Baboon, flamingo, elephant, wildebeest, giraffe, blue monkey, buffalo, water-buck, impala, warthog, zebra, klipspringer, Kirk’s dik-dik, lion, leopard. |
| Best Season to Visit: | July to October |
| Nearby Attractions: | Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Center |