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About Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park is a scenic wildlife fertile destination located in the northern part of Tanzania. Nestled between the Great Rift Valley escarpment and Lake Manyara, this national park is famous for its diverse ecosystems, lush groundwater forests, and rich wildlife experience.
It is an excellent safari place for travelers looking to experience breathtaking landscapes and unique wildlife encounters in a relatively compact area. And the good news is that the park is located on the way to other biggest and famous parks, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Park.
Lake Manya Safari Highlights
Why Visit Lake Manyara from Zanzibar?
Climbing Lions: One of the few places in Africa where lions are known to climb trees regularly, the lions in this area have already adopted to climb trees due to the setting of the area.
Flamingos & Birdlife: When you start your journey from Zanzibar to Lake Manyara, expect to see the birdlife experience. This is the home to thousands of flamingos and over 400 bird species, making it a paradise for bird watchers.
Wildlife Experience: Spot elephants, buffalo, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and baboons in their natural habitat. Making it worth the safari experience if you are looking to visit while in Zanzibar.
The Scenic Beauty: A mix of lush forests, open grasslands, and the stunning Lake Manyara creates picturesque landscapes. Some other travelers may not go inside the park, but they may have time to get the perfect view of the whole park at one place close to Mto wa Mbu village.
How to Get to Lake Manyara from Zanzibar
By Air: The fastest way is to take a flight from Zanzibar to Arusha Airport. From Arusha, it’s a 2-hour drive to Lake Manyara National Park. It is also possible to go direct to Lake Manyara Airstrip from Zanzibar, but this is a rare flight.
By Road: Travelers can take a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam, then drive or fly to Arusha city before continuing to the park. But we don’t recommend this way because it is time consuming and very troublesome especially for tourists.
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FAQs about Lake Manyara Safari from Zanzibar
What is the best time to visit Lake Manyara from Zanzibar?
The park is a year-round destination, but the dry season (June to October) is ideal for spotting wildlife. The wet season (November to May) is perfect for bird watching experience.
How long should I spend in Lake Manyara?
A one-day safari at Lake Manyara is sufficient because it is not a large park compared to other national parks, we recommend you to always combine Lake Manyara and other parks like Serengeti, Tarangrire and Ngorongoro.
What animals can I see in Lake Manyara?
Remember that, in Zanzibar you will never experience the real wildlife, this is why we recommend our guests to visit big national parks in Tanzania like Lake Manyara national park. Here you will see Lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, hippos, and primates like baboons and blue monkeys.
What should I pack for my Lake Manyara safari?
Lightweight clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and camera. You don’t need to buy binoculars for game viewing if you go private because most safari drivers/ guides have them in their car.
Is Safe to go to the Lake Manyara safari from Zanzibar?
Yes, it is hundreds percent safe to go to Lake Manyara Safari by flying from Zanzibar. Normally, there are daily flights going to Arusha Airport from Zanzibar.
Can I go on a day trip to Lake Manyara from Zanzibar?
A day trip to Lake Manyara from Zanzibar is not practical due to travel time. However, you can do at least 1 night trip in case you don’t have time.