Hemingway described Lake Manyara as, 'the loveliest I had seen in Africa'. Its lush forests are alive with skipping blue monkeys and the joyous honking of hornbills. Below the forest, picturesque plains stretch to the lakeshore and its clouds of flamingo. Inland from the plains is a narrow belt of acacia woodland, home to tree-climbing lions and those graceful giants, African elephants. Clans of banded mongoose add an endearingly comical touch to the woodland panorama.

Manyara is a birder’s delight thanks to the combination of wetlands, woodlands, and hot springs. Birds flourish here with over 400 recorded species. While the thousands of flamingos put on the most ostentatious show, the lake is a haven for many large, migratory water birds, including pelicans and storks.

Your home is the utterly enchanting Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, which offers daily game-viewing expeditions led by expert guides. Fascinating night drives provide an insight into the park’s rich nocturnal life, and the chance to spot elusive creatures like aardvark and bat-eared foxes.

Highlights

• Exclusively located in Lake Manyara Park
• Spacious & delightful tree-house suites
• Superb game viewing & birding
• Thrilling day & night drives
• Tasty fare from the interactive kitchen
• Explore Lake Manyara by bicycle

Activities

• GAME DRIVES
• LOCAL VILLAGE VISITS
• NIGHT DRIVES
• PRIVATE GAME-DRIVES
• SPECIALIST GUIDES
• BIRD WATCHING
• PICNICS
• BIKING

Rooms

Suite

The lodge’s delightful tree houses are elegantly furnished and very comfortable. Each of the 10 timber suites is raised on stilts and cradled in the boughs of ancient mahogany trees, offering truly unique views into the forest canopy. All suites feature an en suite bathroom, a refreshing outdoor shower, and a private viewing deck where you can enjoy a delightful bird’s eye view of the surrounding panorama.

Facilities

When you are not out exploring the park, the lodge’s charming lounge competes with your suite for the most pleasant place to languidly observe the bountiful life of the surrounding forest. For a very pleasant indulgence, treat yourself to one of the deeply relaxing massages at the spa. Refresh after game drives with a dip in the swimming pool and spend your evenings in convivial conversation around the boma’s crackling log fire.

Dining

The lodge’s kitchen offers delicious Pan-African cuisine with the added attraction for foodies to interact with the chef as he prepares their meals. Meals are served in the open-air boma, the dining area, or on the viewing deck. For a more intimate dining experience, staff will pack a picnic and sundowners for you to enjoy at a private spot along the shores of Lake Manyara.