If you’re looking for a compact yet rewarding safari experience, the Lake Manyara Day Trip is a perfect choice. Just a short drive from Arusha, this park offers an incredible mix of wildlife and breathtaking scenery, including the Great Rift Valley escarpment and the alkaline Lake Manyara, famous for its flocks of flamingos.
This park is ideal for travelers who want to see a variety of landscapes and animals, including the famous tree-climbing lions, in a single day.
Your day starts early as we pick you up from your hotel in Arusha (or Moshi upon request) around 6:00 AM – 6:30 AM. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Tanzanian countryside to Tarangire National Park, which takes about 2.5 hours from Arusha.
Pick-up from your hotel around 6:00 AM – 6:30 AM and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, approximately 2 hours from Arusha. Enjoy the scenic route passing through Maasai villages and the open countryside.
Upon arrival, begin your game drive through lush groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands. Your expert guide will help you spot elephants, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, hippos, and if you’re lucky, the tree-climbing lions that Manyara is famous for.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated spot with spectacular views of the lake and its birdlife.
Continue exploring the park, taking in its diverse habitats and beautiful landscapes before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel in the evening.
$000
Immerse yourself in the authentic Maasai culture with a visit to a local Maasai village. Learn about the traditional Maasai way of life, their rituals, customs, and daily practices. You’ll have the opportunity to witness the unique Maasai dances, interact with villagers, and explore their homesteads. This is a truly cultural journey that offers insight into one of Tanzania’s most iconic tribes.
$000
This half-day tour will take you to the Materuni Waterfalls, located in the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. The trek to the falls is a peaceful walk through the cloud forests of Kilimanjaro, where you’ll be surrounded by stunning flora and fauna. Afterward, visit a local coffee farm to learn how coffee is grown and processed, followed by a tasting of freshly brewed Kilimanjaro coffee.
$000
If you’re short on time but still want a taste of Tanzania’s wilderness, the Arusha National Park Day Trip is the perfect choice. Located just 45 minutes from Arusha town, this park offers lush landscapes, diverse wildlife, and stunning views of Mount Meru.
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