Northern Parks

The national park lies in a very dramatic setting up against the steep western wall of the Rift Valley. Being directly en route to Ngorongoro from Arusha or Tarangire, it is a popular place to visit.

 

However, it is an exceptional park

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Brief History

Manyara was made a national park in 1960 having previously been a game reserve and in 1981 became part of a World Biosphere. 

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It is the place where Dr Iain Douglas Hamilton did his pioneering studies on African elephants - and elephants are very much part of the experience here. His book, "Among the Elephants" is an account of his time in Manyara.

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Manyara is a great destination for birds and in particular water birds, including rafts of pelicans and literally millions of flamingos at certain times of the year.

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Tourist Attractions

Wildlife - Most of the characteristic East African mammals are found here, including elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, lepoard, cheetah

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Tourist activities

Game driving - However, it is an exceptional park

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Hiking - However, it is an exceptional park

 

Night game drives - However, it is an exceptional park

 

Canopy tree walk - However, it is an exceptional park

 

Canoeing - However, it is an exceptional park

 

Bush meals - However, it is an exceptional park

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Getting there

However, it is an exceptional park

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When to visit

However, it is an exceptional park

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Safari ideas

However, it is an exceptional park

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