​Birds – Lake Manyara NP

Philip Briggs
Expert
By Philip Briggs

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many guidebooks to African destinations, including the Bradt guide to Tanzania.

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of the Bradt guidebook to Tanzania.

Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Tanzania.

Lake Manyara National Park provides a great introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded and you might be able to observe 100 in one day. The park supports a big array of waterbirds, including pelicans. When the water level is right, thousands of pink-hued flamingos flock to the lake to breed and feed. Unfortunately, access to the shore is restricted and you might not be able to see them. More than 50 species of bird of prey have been recorded, including crowned eagle and African hawk-eagle. Migratory birds are present from November to April.

Notable Birds in Lake Manyara NP
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Crowned hornbill
Common
Little bee-eater
Common
Palm-nut vulture
Common
Pink-backed pelican
Common
Silvery-cheeked hornbill
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Lake Manyara NP
Bird Species
400+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Although it is good throughout the year, the best bird watching in Lake Manyara is from November to April, when you can spot Palearctic and intra-African migratory birds. This is also the time many birds can be seen in their breeding plumage. For wildlife viewing, the Dry season (June to October) is best.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Lake Manyara NP
Bird Species
400+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr