Rift Valley escarpment
Groundwater forest, an alkaline lake and floodplains at the foot of the Rift Valley.
Lake Manyara brings a change of habitat to a northern safari. Groundwater forest, woodland and lake-edge floodplains support varied wildlife and birdlife. Water levels and seasonal conditions influence what a visit looks like.
The experience changes with water levels and rainfall. Choose the visit as part of your wider seasonal route.
A day visit can fit between northern destinations; a nearby overnight gives more flexibility.
Flamingos are seasonal and tree-climbing lions are not guaranteed. Build the visit around the whole landscape, not a promised sighting.
Tarangire and Ngorongoro are natural companions in a northern itinerary.
Explore safari experiences
Open plains, rocky kopjes and wildlife journeys shaped by rain, grazing and the time you have.
Explore Serengeti
A volcanic crater floor of grasslands, wetlands and acacia woodland beneath a forested rim.
Explore Ngorongoro
Baobabs, river valleys and changing light across a landscape known for its elephants.
Explore Tarangire