5-Day Lake Manyara Safari — Private Itinerary
Travellers focused on Lake Manyara with 5 days available.
A 5-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 3 full days game-viewing in Lake Manyara National Park with a private 4×4 and a senior driver-guide.
Sample 5-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
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
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FAQ
Is 5 days enough for Lake Manyara?+
Yes. 5 days gives you 3 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 5-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 5-day Lake Manyara safari?+
From USD 1,850 per person sharing on a private mid-range trip. Luxury lodges run roughly 2-3× higher.
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