Destination guide
Lake Manyara & Tarangire
Baobab plains, giant elephant herds and tree-climbing lions
What's there
Places to visit
National Park
Tarangire National Park
A vast park of baobab-studded plains and river valleys famous for its enormous elephant herds.
National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
A compact park pairing lush groundwater forest with a shallow soda lake and tree-climbing lions.
National Park
Tarangire River
The permanent river that draws wildlife from far around during the dry season, a prime game-viewing corridor.
Tourist Attraction
Manyara treetop walkway
A canopy suspension walk offering a novel forest perspective and good birdwatching.
Hotel
Rift Valley escarpment
The dramatic western wall of the Rift rising behind Lake Manyara, offering sweeping viewpoints.
Tourist Attraction
Maji Moto hot springs
Warm, clear springs at the southern end of Lake Manyara, a scenic stop on a game drive.
Mto wa Mbu village
A lively multicultural market town at Manyara's gate, known for banana beer, art and cultural tours.