DAY TRIP TO LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
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Embark on an unforgettable day trip to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. This scenic park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and diverse birdlife, including thousands of flamingos along the shimmering lake.
Your adventure begins with a morning game drive, exploring lush groundwater forests, open savannahs, and acacia woodlands, where you can spot giraffes, zebras, hippos, and buffalos. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, followed by an afternoon safari with breathtaking views of the Rift Valley escarpment.
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- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Lake Manyara National Park entry fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Bottled mineral water throughout the safari
- Packed picnic lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha
- Tips & gratuities for guide/driver (recommended $10-$20 per person)
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, alcoholic drinks)
- Optional activities (e.g., canoeing, cultural village visit)
Tour Plan
Morning: Departure & Game Drive
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06:00 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park (Approx. 2.5-hour drive).
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08:30 AM – Arrive at the park entrance, registration, and begin the morning game drive.
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09:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Explore the diverse landscapes of the park, including lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and the scenic lake shore.
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Spot tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, buffaloes, zebras, and giraffes.
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Observe hippos in the lake and thousands of flamingos, pelicans, and storks along the shore.
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Afternoon: Picnic Lunch & Extended Game Drive
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12:30 PM – 01:30 PM – Enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a scenic location inside the park.
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01:30 PM – 03:30 PM – Continue with the afternoon game drive, searching for more wildlife and enjoying breathtaking views of the Rift Valley escarpment.
Evening: Return to Arusha
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03:30 PM – Exit the park and begin the drive back to Arusha.
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06:00 PM – Arrive in Arusha and drop-off at your hotel.
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