Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park is located in the Great Rift Valley region in Tanzania and spans an area of approximately 330 square kilometres. The park is named after Lake Manyara, a stunning alkaline lake that covers around two-thirds of the park’s total area. Renowned for its diverse wildlife, the park is particularly famous for its large herds of elephants and unique tree-climbing lions. Four out of the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard) are found in Lake Manyara National Park, except the rhinoceros.

In addition to these, large herds of buffalo, cheetah, Masai giraffe and impala, olive baboon, blue monkey, the occasional bushbuck, klipspringer, and hippopotamus can also be seen in the park. Lake Manyara National Park is a haven for birdwatchers, boasting over 400 species of birds which includes thousands of pink-hued Lesser and Greater flamingos that gather near the shores of the lake. The park's location near the Great Rift Valley and diverse habitat add to its scenic beauty and contribute to the presence of various hot springs within the landscape.

Entry Fees to Lake Manyara National Park:
Park Entry Fee:
Peak Season:
EAC: Adult – TSH 10,000, Child – TSH 2000
Resident: Adult – $25, Child - $7.5
Non-EAC: Adult - $50, Child - $15

Low Season:
EAC: Adult – TSH 10,000, Child – TSH 2000
Resident: Adult – $22.5, Child - $7.5
Non-EAC: Adult - $45, Child - $15

Special Activities:
Canoeing per person:
EAC: Adult – TSH 5,000, Child – TSH 2000
Resident: Adult – $20, Child - $10
Non-EAC: Adult - $20, Child - $10

Night Game Drive:
EAC: Adult – TSH 10,000, Child – TSH 5,000
Resident: Adult - $50, Child - $25
Non-EAC: Adult – 50, Child - $25

Canopy Walkway: EAC – TSH 10,000, Resident - $20, Non-EAC - $20
Crew Fee Per Person Per Day (guides, porters, campers, driver guides, and cooks): TSH 3,500

Entrance Gates to Lake Manyara National Park:
Lake Manyara National Park has two entrance gates:
1. Mto wa Mbu Gate: This gate is located in the northern part of the park, near the town of Mto wa Mbu. It is the main entrance to the park and provides easy access for visitors coming from Arusha or Karatu. The Mto wa Mbu Gate is open throughout the year. It is 10 minutes away from the Airstrip.
2. Maji Moto Gate: This gate is situated in the southern part of the park, near the town of Maji Moto. It is less commonly used by visitors and is usually reserved for special permits or specific arrangements. The Maji Moto Gate may have restricted timings and is not open throughout the year, so it's advisable to check in advance for availability and access.