The lush green vegetation consisting of tall trees of the ground water forest, the tree climbing lions, the soda lake inhabited with thousands of pink-hued flamingos, large water birds and the troops of baboons and blue monkeys and the rift valley escarpment make your safari to this area unforgettable. The park derives its name from a plant called Euphorbia tirucalli, known as Emanyara in Maasai language and covers an area of 648.7 km2.

The lush green vegetation consisting of tall trees of the ground water forest, the tree climbing lions, the soda lake inhabited with thousands of pink-hued flamingos, large water birds and the troops of baboons and blue monkeys and the rift valley escarpment make your safari to this area unforgettable. The park derives its name from a plant called Euphorbia tirucalli, known as Emanyara in Maasai language and covers an area of 648.7 km2.

A World of Wonders in One Park

Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park is a breathtaking mosaic of ecosystems—from lush groundwater forests to the shimmering soda lake that gives the park its name. Spanning 648.7 km², this compact wonderland packs an extraordinary diversity of wildlife and landscapes into a single, unforgettable safari experience.

Why Explore Lake Manyara?

🦁 Tree-Climbing Lions – Witness the park’s legendary lions lounging acrobatically in ancient acacia branches—a rare sight found in few places on Earth.

🌳 Enchanted Forests – Wander through towering mahogany and fig trees in the groundwater forest, where troops of blue monkeys and baboons chatter overhead.

🦩 Flamingo Spectacle – The alkaline lake transforms into a pink-hued paradise, hosting thousands of flamingos and vibrant waterbirds like pelicans and storks

🌄 Dramatic Landscapes – The park’s backdrop—the sheer Rift Valley cliffs—creates one of Tanzania’s most iconic vistas.