About Lake Manyara National Park
Located about 130 kilometers from Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park is nestled in the Great Rift Valley and covers approximately 648 square kilometers, including the expansive alkaline Lake Manyara itself. The park is famous for its remarkable ecosystems ranging from soda lakes and dense groundwater forests to acacia woodlands and steep Rift Valley escarpments, creating habitats for a wide variety of wildlife.
Why Visit Lake Manyara with Angulya Tours and Travel?
- Tree-Climbing Lions: Lake Manyara is renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions, a fascinating behavior seldom seen in other parks, offering a unique wildlife spectacle.
- Bird Paradise: The park hosts over 400 bird species, including thousands of flamingos that turn the soda lake’s shores a mesmerizing pink during the wet season. Birdwatchers will also delight in spotting species like African fish eagles, crowned cranes, and pelicans.
- Diverse Wildlife: Besides lions and flamingos, the park shelters elephants, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, baboons, and various antelope species thriving in its varied habitats.
- Scenic Beauty: Visitors enjoy breathtaking views of the Rift Valley escarpment, lush forests, and the shimmering lake, with features like hot springs and marshlands adding to the park’s allure.
- Accessibility: Its proximity to Arusha and connection to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit make Lake Manyara an ideal addition to multi-park itineraries including Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti.