Northern safari circuit
Overview
Lake Manyara National Park covers 330 square kilometres in northern Tanzania and is known for its diverse wildlife, beautiful scenery and incredible bird population.
Wildlife and animals
The park is home to elephants, buffaloes, zebras, the famous tree-climbing lions, giraffes, hippos, wildebeest, baboons and antelopes.
Birds
More than 400 bird species live here — most famously the pink-hued flocks of flamingos that gather along the shores of Lake Manyara.
Highlights
- Tree-climbing lions
- Flamingos on the lake shore
- Groundwater forest
- More than 400 bird species
Seasons
Dry season (June–September)
The best wildlife viewing and bird-watching.
Green season (November–May)
Lush forest, migrant birds and a quieter park.
