Tour Overview
The Hippo Haven Encounter is a 2-day Lake Manyara safari crafted for travelers seeking close-up encounters with hippos, vibrant birdlife, and diverse habitats. Centered around the park’s famous Hippo Pool, this itinerary blends relaxed game drives with stunning Rift Valley scenery, baboon-filled forests, and lakeshore views.
Perfect for weekend trips, family adventures, or photography-focused excursions, this short safari delivers a refreshing slice of Tanzania’s wildlife magic in just two days.
Itinerary
Depart Arusha after breakfast and travel through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park. Start your safari at the iconic Hippo Pool, where massive hippos wallow, splash, and grunt from the water’s edge. Continue with a scenic game drive through woodlands and open plains, spotting elephants, baboons, zebras, and giraffes. Overnight at a comfortable lodge near the park.
Activities
- Drive Arusha → Lake Manyara
- Visit Hippo Pool
- Afternoon game drive
Begin your day with a relaxed morning game drive through Lake Manyara’s diverse ecosystems. Watch for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, blue monkeys, and waterbirds along the lakeshore. Enjoy brunch at camp or a picnic before driving back to Arusha. Tour concludes with airport or hotel drop-off.
Activities
- Morning game drive
- Lakeside birdwatching
- Return to Arusha
