Welcome to Africa Safari Lake Manyara

Highlights

- Located in the best safari region of Africa
- 2 hours driving from Arusha, 3 hours driving from Serengeti central , 1 hour driving to the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire national park 45 minutes driving, Lake Manyara national park 15 minutes driving, 5 minutes driving to the village Mto wa Mbu
- Year-round open, the animals are always around
- Safari lodge built in safari style with luxury comfort
- Top location, exactly in the middle of all famous National parks
- Directly located on the border of the Janwani corridor / Lake Manyara
- Near the airstrip is Lake Manyara airstrip, only few kilometres from the lodge
- More than 30 bungalows and safari Glamping accommodations
- Swimming pool, Restaurant, Lounge bar, Campfire etc.
- Free WiFi

You will also find

- Official TATO safari desk (Tanzanian Association Tour Operator)
- Safari game drive activities
- Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro crater, Tarangire and Lake Natron around the lodge
- Visit the village and meet the locals
- Safari car and private transfers from Arusha
- Domestic flight ticketing
- Pool table and other games
- Wide range of wildlife and over 350 species of birds and reptiles
- Garden lounge area

FAQ´s

- Yes, we have multi-language reception and staff in the lodge
- ATM not available. USD, €, Shillings & credit cards are welcome
- Daily bus connections from Arusha
-Daily many domestic flights from Arusha, Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam
- Check-in: 14.00h / Check-out: until 11.00h (other times on request)
- Private transfers from on request
- Is it safe? Yes! Follow the camp rules and listen to the rangers the camp is fenced
- (Hot) water and electricity available
- When is the best time to go? All year round! Lake Manyara enjoys a beautiful, mild climate with an average temperature of 25°C
- Plug type: UK (type G), the Lodge is running on Solar with generator backup
- We have on-site 4x4 Safari jeeps and bicycles for rent
- Our staff speak multiple languages
- The lodge has a VHF radio communication network and GPS tracking system
- In the lodge, there is a Philips AED defibrillator and first aid kit.

Our location

Super location between all the best National Parks!

The campsite's location is unique because it is located between the most important safari parks in northern Tanzania. It's a perfect base for visiting the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi and Lake Natron. Only 1 km from lake Manyara, 20 km from Tarangire, 20 km from Ngorongoro Crater, 80 km from Serengeti and 110 from Lake Natron.

From accommodation to National Park

 Game Controlled Area fees

The fees currently need to be paid at the reception, where it is collected on behalf of the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority.

Please note: the mandatory payment of these fees does allow for day-time entry to the ‘Mto wa Mbu GCA’ in which the Jangwani Wildlife Corridor is situated too. The Jangwani Corridor is approximately 3.5km in width and 20-25 km in length running along the eastern border of Lake Manyara National Park. It is part of the larger Upper-Kitete Corridor. These corridors enable migration, prevent inbreeding, keep species like zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, eland, elephant, and hippo healthy, and offer an escape route if an area becomes temporarily unstable.

Safari game drive   ·   The best part of your trip

We use open or closed four-wheel-drive safari jeeps, perfectly suited for taking unobstructed pictures. The vehicles are low emission, thus less noise, and therefore we can take you close-up to the wildlife. Our English-speaking driver-guide is very knowledgeable on flora and fauna and will make sure you get to see the best of the parks. They will give you as much time as you need to ask questions, take pictures and to enjoy the amazing landscape.

Village tour   ·   Real-life in Tanzania

Real-life in Tanzania. During a village tour, a guide will take you into a Tanzanian village to give you an inside view of what local life is about. The people are kind-hearted and always willing to welcome you. The guide will show you the school, the market, and some other places. We are sure you will enjoy this experience.

Night safari game drive   ·   Safari by night

Take a quick snooze before dinner, because when darkness has fallen, you will join in on a thrilling adventure; a night game drive. A spotlight is fitted to the vehicle and before you know it you catch the first reflections of the animals’ eyes. At night, it is another world altogether out there; interesting action of the nocturnal animals, different shades and shadows and unknown sounds. Typical animals of the night are Bushbabies, civets and genet cats, a rare Aardvark or Porcupine and others. Return to Africa Safari Serengeti for a nightcap to warm up again and crawl into bed.

Maasai Boma Tour   ·   Easy days keeping it cultural

Time to take it easy - African style! One of the favourite Swahili expressions is pole pole (slow slow) and that’s exactly how today will go! You may wish to sleep in following several busy days filled with activities and travel or perhaps enjoy a second easy coffee while watching the animals graze nearby the restaurant. After breakfast, you will visit the traditional home of the Maasai, the Maasai Boma – which consists of a variety of small huts made of mud, sticks and cow dung. The boma is surrounded by a circular “fence” of thorny bushes to protect the tribe and their cattle from predators. On your visit, you can practice a traditional dance, engage in a conversation about daily life, traditions and customs and admire the beautiful bead-works of the Maasai women. The remainder of the day can be spent in relaxation mode; take a refreshing swim in the pool, read a book and before you know it, it is time for a meal with fresh vegetables from our own garden.

Fly-in Safari

Flying-in from Arusha or Serengeti, from Zanzibar or Dar Es Salaam, provides an aerial sneak-peek of the adventure that awaits below. With clear skies, you will be able to take delight in spotting some of the wildlife on and around the lake, as your plane descends for a landing on the Lake Manyara airstrip. On arrival, you transfer into your safari jeep and begin a short drive to the resort, before enjoying a sundowner at your home away from home in the wilderness - Africa Safari Lake Manyara. From Lake Manyara, you can either fly back to Arusha or continue your adventure in Serengeti National Park.

Fly-in & Drive Round Trip

Combining the best of both worlds, a Fly-in and Drive allows you to experience the amazing country of Tanzania, from the heights above as well as exploring all the wondrous terrain and animals on offer throughout the parks of the Northern Circuit from the open rooftop of a 4x4 safari vehicle. Be flown into one of the National Parks, winding your way back by vehicle, adventure doesn’t get much more all-encompassing than this.

Drive & Fly-Back Safari

Arusha is the starting point for your coming days on the road. Leaving the busy city, passing locals going about their day as you venture into more remote village territory. Over the countryside, the brightly coloured Maasai can be seen herding their cattle. In the coming days of your journey, you will cover many kilometres and vastly varying terrains. There is no shortage of wildlife on your safari adventure and you are in safe hands with our aptly experienced, highly knowledgeable driver-guide. When your African road trip comes to an end and you board the plane on your way back to Arusha, you can peer out over the wings of the plane and see the parks from a different angle. The perfect time to reflect on some of what will be sure to be your greatest memories in life.

Classic Drive Safari

Experience the best of the open road on this once in a lifetime adventure into the Tanzanian wilderness. The journey in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof can be tailored to your liking as the options are endless. Starting and ending in Arusha, you can design your dream adventure or let one of our safari consultants create the perfect 4x4 safari itinerary according to your specification.

About us:

Africa Safari Lake Manyara is part of the Paradise & Wilderness group. From accommodation booking up to a complete Beach & Safari Holiday, we organise it. The group has a selection of Resorts, Hotels, Lodges, Safari camps and a tour operating division including Safari jeeps and Transfers busses.

In Tanzania and Zanzibar, we arrange all for you, it starts for us to welcome you at the airport. For the International flights, there is a wide range of airlines, we can assist you in the booking and organisation of your travel.

Your holidays starts on the plane

Paradise & Wilderness works closely with its IATA partners to offer flights from different airlines out of different airports.

With us you will go on an unbelievable holiday.

As operator and owner of all our Safari Lodges and activities, we are a full licensed member of TaTo (Tanzanian Association of Tour Operators).

Travel proposal according to your wishes

In this web page you will find sample holiday packages to inspire you! As Paradise & Wilderness owns the safari accommodations and executes the activities, you can modify each package to your liking and tailor make your dream holiday together with one of our travel consultants.

We are proud to have been awarded the Travelife Gold Certificate and several TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence

The Travelife Gold Certificate recognise sustainability, a better environment and greater social performance. All our accommodation has also been awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, based on the quality, quantity and timeliness of the ratings and opinions given by our customers.

We would like to show you the beauty and richness of Tanzania

The country of Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar and the pristine safari parks. Our resorts and safari camps provide you with an unforgettable Beach & Safari experience. We speak your language, understand your needs and work with motivated local staff. Tanzania is a country where security and political peace have been guaranteed for years.

In other words: “an excellent holiday destination!”

Keep your camera ready... and stand eye to eye with the Big Five

Discover the elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard in the unique Ngorongoro crater or in Serengeti National Park.

The Great Migration in Tanzania

The annual migration, also known as the “Wildebeest Migration” is undoubtedly one of the greatest natural spectacles you should not miss. Thanks to our Safari accommodations in Lake Natron, Serengeti North, Central and a mobile camp you are always close to the animals.

National Parks & Game Reserves

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK   ·   Tree-climbing lions and over 400 species of birds

Large ecological variety in a small area

Lake Manyara National Park, an underestimated gem of the safari parks, offers a large ecological variety in a small area. The alkaline soda of the lake appeals to impressive numbers of birds thriving on its water.

More than 400 species have been identified and one of the highlights is the thousands of strolling flamingoes. From the entrance of the park, the road winds through a groundwater forest area where baboon troops can be seen hanging about on the roadside and in the trees.

On the grassy banks of the lake, the wildebeest, giraffe, zebra and the large buffalo can be seen grazing the day away. The mahogany and acacia trees are inhabited by the famous tree-climbing lions. If you’re lucky you might spot them lazing on a tree branch.

JANGWANI CORRIDOR   ·   Day and night adventure

Jangwani Corridor is located just between Lake Manyara National Park and the natural wall of the rift valley. It is an area for cattle grazing and a way for wildlife to migrate to the north undisturbed. This corridor extends from the northeast corner of Lake Manyara NP southeast for 10 km to Eslalei Village and continues for 20km to Manyara Ranch. The width of the corridor ranges from 3.5 to 6 km.

Most of Lake Manyara’s wildlife can be found here as well. The special thing about Jangwani corridor is the fact that it allows us for night game drives. A night game drive is a unique experience, quite different from day game driving.

Visibility is restricted to the reach of the jeep spotlights making for an exciting adventure of ‘spot the wildlife’. Animals are also far more active at night than they are in the daylight so there is ample opportunity to witness a hunt. Wildlife aside, the sounds of nature in the evening cruising under a starlit sky make a night drive in Jangwani well worth the itinerary addition.

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK   ·   Home of the elephants

The highest concentration of wildlife outside Serengeti

Tarangire National Park is a fun and easy park to explore. Wildlife is abundant and exposed due to the park’s more compact and open terrain making it easier to see wildlife both up close and from a distance.

The park is only a short 2-hour drive from Arusha and in close proximity to Lake Manyara. It is is 2850 square kilometres making it the sixth-largest park in Tanzania and offering the highest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti. Tarangire is known for its large herds of elephants, which can be viewed at close range.

Other animals likely to be seen throughout Tarangire are; wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, gazelle, rhino, warthog, impala, python, lion, leopard and over 50 species of birds.

NGORONGORO CRATER   ·   The world’s largest, inactive, intact and unfilled caldera

Is commonly referred to as the 8th wonder of the world

Nothing can prepare you for the breathtaking beauty that is the Ngorongoro Crater. As you stand at the viewpoint looking out over the crater, clouds hovering around the tip of the rim with the cool mountainous breeze in the air, there is no mistaking the divinity of mother nature.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a world heritage site, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and is commonly referred to as the 8th wonder of the world.

Due to its natural borders, there is an abundance of wildlife throughout the conservation area which is home to the Big Five including the African Black Rhino as well as hyena, zebra and elephants to name a few. The Ngorongoro Crater is an absolute must on any northern circuit itinerary.

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