10-Day Lake Manyara Safari — Private Itinerary
Travellers focused on Lake Manyara with 10 days available.
A 10-day Lake Manyara safari is one of our most-requested itineraries — long enough to settle into the rhythm of the bush and short enough to fit into a normal holiday. You'll spend 8 full days game-viewing in Lake Manyara National Park with a private 4×4 and a senior driver-guide.
Sample 10-day itinerary
Fully customisable — change parks, lodges, dates or pace.
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), private transfer to your Arusha lodge, trip briefing over dinner.
Day 2
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 3
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 4
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 5
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 6
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 7
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 8
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 9
Lake Manyara game drives
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park with your private guide. Sundowner back at camp.
Day 10
Return to Arusha
Final morning game drive in Lake Manyara, lunch on the road, transfer to Arusha or JRO for your onward flight.
Parks you'll visit
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Tarangire
- Ngorongoro
Who this trip is for
- First-time safari travellers
- Couples and small groups
- Anyone wanting lake manyara national park as the focus
What's included
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Senior English-speaking driver-guide
- All park, conservation and concession fees
- All meals on safari (B/L/D) and bottled water in the vehicle
- Airport transfers in Arusha or Kilimanjaro (JRO)
- Government taxes and 24/7 ground concierge
10-day packages we run
Real itineraries you can book — every one of them fully customisable.
The Great Safari Journey, 10 Days
Our flagship journey, every great park, properly explored.
9-Day Wakanda Ultra-Luxury Safari
Our most exclusive private safari, five-star camps and private experiences.
10-Day Big-5 Camping Safari & Cultural Tourism
All Big Five plus Maasai and Hadzabe community visits, under canvas.
10-Day Private Budget Safari
Maximum days in the parks at the most accessible price.
10-Day Private Semi-Luxury Migration Safari
Ten days following the herds with semi-luxury camps along the way.
9-Day Private Budget with Walking Safari & Kilimanjaro
Budget-friendly safari, walking mornings and a Kilimanjaro day-hike.
FAQ
Is 10 days enough for Lake Manyara?+
Yes. 10 days gives you 8 full game-viewing days in Lake Manyara plus arrival/departure time. Add more days if you want to combine with other parks.
What's the best month for a 10-day Lake Manyara safari?+
June through October for dry-season game viewing. January-February for calving in the south. November-December for value and green-season light.
How much is a 10-day Lake Manyara safari?+
From USD 4,100 per person sharing on a private mid-range trip. Luxury lodges run roughly 2-3× higher.
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