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Lake Manyara National Park

National park in Tanzania

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Overview

Lake Manyara National Park is in northeast Tanzania.

Getting there and around

Getting there

The park is south west of Arusha and is an hour and a half drive via car. The park can also be reached from Babati, which is the capital of Manyara Region.

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Getting around

The park is explored primarily by 4×4 safari vehicles along a network of dirt roads that run through forests, floodplains, and along the lake shore.

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African national parks

Many of these parks are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. They can be visited for safaris, to see the African flora and fauna.

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UnderstandLake Manyara National Park – A sign upon entrance says – "Remove nothing from this Park except: Nourishment for the soul, Consolation for the heart, Inspiration for the mind.“

Get inThe park is south west of Arusha and is an hour and a half drive via car. The park can also be reached from Babati, which is the capital of Manyara Region.

Fees and permitsEntry to Lake Manyara National Park is managed by the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA). Fees are usually paid at the park gate or included in organized safari packages.

Get aroundThe park is explored primarily by 4×4 safari vehicles along a network of dirt roads that run through forests, floodplains, and along the lake shore.

SeeLake Manyara National Park is known for its striking scenery and diverse wildlife within a relatively compact area.

DoMost activities in Lake Manyara revolve around wildlife viewing and experiencing the landscape.

BuyThere are no major shops inside the park, but small souvenir stalls can sometimes be found near the entrance gate or at nearby lodges.

EatThere are no public restaurants inside the park. Most visitors eat at their lodge or bring packed lunches for day trips.

DrinkDrinks are usually provided by lodges or safari operators.

SleepAccommodation ranges from camps inside the park to lodges and guesthouses in nearby towns such as Karatu and Mto wa Mbu.

Stay safeLake Manyara National Park is generally safe, but visitors should follow basic wildlife and travel precautions.

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