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5 Days Lake Manyara Birding Safari – Green Season Special

Celebrate Tanzania’s rich birdlife on this 5-day safari, perfectly timed for the green season when migratory and resi...

5 Days
Private - Min 2 Pax
Mar - Jun
Easy
Price on request

Safari Overview

Celebrate Tanzania’s rich birdlife on this 5-day safari, perfectly timed for the green season when migratory and resident birds are at their best. Explore Lake Manyara, the Mto wa Mbu wetlands, and Ngorongoro Crater with an expert birding guide. Spot flamingos, storks, hornbills, raptors, and more, while enjoying the beautiful, lush landscapes of Tanzania. A great choice for birdwatchers and nature lovers.

Wildlife Safari Highlights

Over 400 bird species at Lake Manyara

Birding in Mto wa Mbu wetlands & rice paddies

Crowned cranes, bustards & raptors in Ngorongoro Crater

Experienced birding guide & private safari vehicle

Green season scenery with fewer crowds

Day-by-Day Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Meet your birding guide at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to your lodge in Arusha. Take an optional birdwalk in the lodge gardens before dinner.

Accommodation: Ilboru Safari Lodge or Forest Hill Lodge (Mid-Range)
Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2 hours). Spend the day spotting flamingos, pelicans, spoonbills, and kingfishers along the lakeshore. Look for tree-climbing lions and elephants too.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn or Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge (Mid-Range)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Mto wa Mbu Wetlands & Village Walk

Visit the rice fields and banana plantations of Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll find weavers, herons, egrets, and colorful sunbirds. Afternoon birdwalk in nearby wetlands before returning to your lodge in Karatu.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn or similar (Mid-Range)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Birding Safari

Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Spot crowned cranes, kori bustards, flamingos, and raptors among the usual Big Five sightings. Picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool. Return to Karatu in the afternoon.

Accommodation: Same as Day 3
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Karatu – Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha (approx. 3.5 hours). Optional last birdwatching stop en route. Transfer to airport or hotel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

What's Included in Your Safari

4 nights in mid-range lodges

Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Professional birding guide

All park and crater fees

Meals as specified

Bottled water during safari

Airport transfers

What's Not Included

International flights

Tanzania visa fees

Travel insurance

Alcoholic drinks & soft drinks

Tips and personal expenses

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Locations

Lake ManyaraNgorongoro

Best Time to Go

Mar - Jun

Difficulty Level

Easy