Tree-climbing lions. Have you ever come across lions resting on tree branches?  Wonderful isn’t it? Normal species of lions are rarely seen in tree trunks. But the tree-climbing lions can climb up the trees and relax up there. They use this unique ability to cool down their body temperatures, especially when it is too hot in there. The other reason for these species of lions to climb trees is to escape from disturbing insects like tsetse flies and so on. Also, it is easy for them to spot and catch their desired prey and even hide their food safely on tree branches rather than on the ground surface. On your Tanzania safari tour, Tanzania Distance Adventures offers you this incredible journey to Lake Manyara National Park to sight these wonderful predators, with guaranteed encounters.

Lake Manyara. As it has been introduced earlier, Lake Manyara is a superb soda lake with a surface area of around 230 square kilometers. The park was given its name following this gorgeous lake. It is home to several aquatic species including fishes, water birds, and pink flamingos that can be seen on its shore during the Tanzania safari tour. This splendid lake is a hidden gem for swimmers, snorkelers, and fans of canoeing, boat safaris, and sport fishing. Visitors to Lake Manyara National Park will enjoy all these activities with professional safari guides from one of the best Tanzania safari tour operators, Tanzania Distance Adventures.

Wild animals. Lake Manyara is endowed with rich wildlife, which comprises large mammals, predators, and small animals. Some of these wild animals include zebras, wildebeests, hartebeests, leopards, Maasai giraffes, lions, warthogs, Cape buffalos, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, monkeys, bushbucks, antelopes, hyenas, and African elephant. Elephants are usually seen in large herds in Lake Manyara, grazing in verdant plains. Your safari guides will guide you on ways to easily spot these animals and even take photos to keep your memories.

Birds. Interested in birding? You will be one even if you never happened to be because this park is home to over 440 beautiful bird species. Some birds that are frequently encountered in Lake Manyara National Park include greater and lesser flamingos, common ostrich, Blacksmith lapwing, White-faced duck, grey-crested kingfisher, Kori bustard, superb starling, silvery-cheeked hornbill, and many others.

What to do in Lake Manyara

Game drives. A game drive through Lake Manyara is exciting since this park is rich in many wonderful features that can be explored on a game drive. Its spectacular landscape of hills, plains, swamps, and evergreen vegetation will make you stare at them, not to mention its rich wildlife and birdlife. Game drives reward with scenic views of herds of wildebeests, zebras, Cape buffalos, and warthogs. Night game drives are also permitted in Lake Manyara. You will encounter various nocturnal species such as spotted hyenas, bush babies, porcupines, civet cats, mongoose, and aardvarks in their natural habitats.

Canoeing. Lake Manyara can be explored well on a canoe safari.  Most visitors to Lake Manyara National Park used to explore the crystal water of this stunning lake while on a canoe. You can also book for a boat cruise or sport fishing if you wish.

Birding. You can do this on a private jeep or a guided nature walk. Colorful birds reside in the vegetation of this fascinating park including on the shores of Lake Manyara where you will encounter the pink flamingos. If you are planning to have an explorative birding safari in Lake Manyara don’t forget to carry with you a pair of binoculars.

If you want to know more about this exotic national park, you should put it on your bucket list of top travel destinations. Opt to travel with Tanzania Distance Adventures for an unforgettable safari at a very affordable cost.