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Where To Stay In Lake Manyara | Africa safari
Stays In Tanzania

Where To Stay In Lake Manyara

10 places to sleep, from luxury camps, lodges and more.

Staying In Lake Manyara

About Your Stay In Lake Manyara

Tree-climbing lions, flamingos and groundwater forest at the foot of the Rift escarpment.

Below are 10 stays in Lake Manyara, grouped by type. Rates are per person sharing and are indicative until we quote your dates.

Our tip

Escarpment lodges have lake views. A short, easy stop on the way to the Ngorongoro Crater.

Best TimeJune – October; birds peak in the wet season
Famous ForTreetop walkway, flamingos, birdlife
Getting ThereAbout 2 hours by road from Arusha
Best ForBirdwatchers and families
Ideal Stay1 – 2 nights
Stays10 recommended
Where You Could Sleep

Camps, Lodges And More

Luxury Camps
4 stays

Luxury Camps

Canvas on the outside, proper beds and hot showers on the inside. These are the stays that most people picture when they dream of safari.

Best for
Couples, honeymooners, photographers and first safaris.
The catch
Walls are canvas, so you hear everything. Many are unfenced and you are walked to your tent after dark.
01

Waterbuck Tented Camp

Lake Manyara

Canvas suites with proper beds, private decks and ensuite bathrooms, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $330 to $460 pp sharingEnquire →
02

Secretary Bird Camp

Lake Manyara

Tented suites with copper baths and four-poster beds, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $360 to $520 pp sharingEnquire →
03

Riverbend Safari Camp

Lake Manyara

Only a handful of tents, each with its own veranda, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $400 to $580 pp sharingEnquire →
04

Flame Tree Tented Camp

Lake Manyara

Canvas suites with proper beds, private decks and ensuite bathrooms, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $430 to $510 pp sharingEnquire →
Lodges
3 stays

Lodges

Solid walls, a pool and a bigger dining room. Easy, comfortable and a favourite for families and first-time visitors.

Best for
Families, first-timers and anyone who likes plenty of facilities.
The catch
Larger lodges mean more people at meals and more vehicles on the drives. Ask about room location.
01

Moonrise Lodge

Lake Manyara

A comfortable lodge with a pool and a terrace, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $290 to $400 pp sharingEnquire →
02

Kingfisher Safari Lodge

Lake Manyara

Spacious suites, a long bar and a pool for the afternoon, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $320 to $460 pp sharingEnquire →
03

Marula Hillside Lodge

Lake Manyara

Easy, sociable and family-friendly, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $350 to $520 pp sharingEnquire →
Bush And Mid-Range Camps
2 stays

Bush And Mid-Range Camps

Simpler camps with the same wildlife and the same guides. Great value, with more of the budget left for activities.

Best for
Active travellers, shorter budgets and anyone happy to rough it a little.
The catch
Fewer extras, simpler bathrooms and more shared space. Perfect when you plan to be out all day anyway.
01

Jacaranda Bush Camp

Lake Manyara

Simple tents and warm company around the fire, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $160 to $260 pp sharingEnquire →
02

Tamarind Camp

Lake Manyara

Honest food, hot bucket showers and guides who know every track, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $200 to $310 pp sharingEnquire →
Private Houses And Villas
1 stay

Private Houses And Villas

The whole house is yours, with your own chef, guide and vehicle. Perfect for families, friends and anyone who wants complete privacy.

Best for
Families, multi-generational trips and groups of friends.
The catch
Priced for the whole house, so it works best with six or more guests. Book well ahead for peak season.
01

Hornbill House

Lake Manyara

An exclusive-use house with its own chef and guide, where the lake spreads below the Rift wall.

From $770 to $1,130 pp sharingEnquire →

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Choosing Your Stay

Which Stay Suits You?

Choosing

With Children

Look at the lodges first, then ask about age rules, family rooms and a pool. Private houses give you the whole place.

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Couples And Honeymoon

Choose a tented camp with a private deck. Ask us to add a bush dinner or a surprise.

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Groups And Families

A private house means your own chef, guide and vehicle. We can manage the sleeping plan for every age.

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On A Budget

Bush and mid-range camps give the same wildlife for much less. Green-season rates are the lowest.

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