After pick up, your driver-guide will begin the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. This lovely park surrounds a natural crater lake, home to hippos, pink flamingos, and many other waterfowl. The forests around the park are also home to giraffes, elephants, baboons, impalas, zebras, and unique tree-climbing lions (keep your eyes up in the trees as you drive!). You'll get some beautiful views of the Escarpment and will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the lake.

Just outside of Lake Manyara National Park is the charming community of Mtu wa Mbu. This is where you will be spending the night, so consider enjoying an evening village walk, visit a local produce market, or take a stroll along rice fields if you want to stretch your legs. There are lots of banana plantations in the area, and a special variety of red bananas, which you simply must try while on safari! There is also a nearby place that rents bicycles for all ages, for a leisurely evening ride (additional cost, not included in tour).