Searching for where to see lions in Tanzania? Tanzania, formerly known as Tanganyika, has countless places where tourists can spot lions.
As you plan your lion safaris in Tanzania, the best places to see lions in Tanzania include:
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is located in north-central Tanzania and is home to carnivores that feed on meat. Most of them are very fast, capable of chasing and tiring their prey, such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions (Serengeti is renowned for its large lion population).
Road transport is commonly used by tourists traveling with their families.
The entry fee at the park is as follows: Adults (nonresidents) pay US$80, residents pay US$50, children (nonresidents) US$20, and residents pay US$10. Children below the age of five are privileged to enter for free.
Ngorongoro Crater
The means of transport to Ngorongoro Crater is either by road, which involves moving in a safari car arranged by the chosen tour guide. It takes two to four hours to cover the 185 km distance to reach the shining Ngorongoro Crater from Arusha.
Alternatively, one may opt for air transport, the fastest means, by flying from Arusha to Lake Manyara Airstrip or Ndutu Airstrip, and finally to the twinkling crater.
At Ngorongoro Crater, tourists can walk around and see yellowish-gold lions with brown amber eyes, especially during the dry season when they are all over the park looking for water. This makes tourists eager to visit the glittering crater again.
The entry fee at this park is as follows: Adults (residents) pay 35.4 USD if above 16 years, while children between 5-16 years pay 11.8 USD.
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park offers a variety of remarkable activities, such as lion viewing, where lions can be seen climbing Acacia tree branches and posing as models.
This activity is accompanied by taking photographs of lions during night drives when the lions have woken up from a long nap to eat.
The entry fee for resident adults is 60 USD in the high and low season, and children pay 30 USD. Citizens’ adults pay 11,800 TSh, while children (5-15 years) pay 2,360 TSh.
Tarangire National Park
To view lions at Tarangire National Park, you need to pay an entry fee of 50 USD if you’re a foreigner, while tourists from East African countries pay 10,000 TShs. The means of transport to this park can be by road, a three-hour drive covering 140 km, or air transport, where tourists fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (46 km from Arusha).
The park is home to a variety of animal species, including zebras, giraffes, antelopes, rhinos, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, monkeys, baboons, snakes, lizards, and many others.
Activities in the park include hiking, tracking, bird watching, and more. Accommodations include Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Tarangire Safari Lodge, Tarangire Baobab Tented Camp, Tarangire Treetops, and many others.
Ruaha National Park
At Ruaha National Park, you can see carnivores, herbivores, primates, and reptiles, and you can enjoy activities like lion viewing, bird-watching, visiting nearby communities, nature walks, trekking, and more.
You cannot access the National park premises unless you pay 30 USD if you’re a non-resident, and children pay 10 USD (5-15 years).
Accommodations include Jabali Ridge Lodge, Kwihala Camp, Ikuka Safari Camp, Asilia Africa Lodge, and more.
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park is located in South Eastern Tanzania and is the largest national park in Tanzania. It is home to carnivores, primates, reptiles, and herbivores.
This park is also part of the Selous Game Reserve and offers a variety of accommodations, ranging from luxury to mid-range to humble. You can choose the one that suits you best.
The entry fee for this park is $50 for both residents and non-residents, while children pay $30.
Tanzania is a welcoming destination for all people, and it is a tradition to extend a warm welcome to foreigners, as long as they do not pose security threats. Come and experience the paradise of crystal-clear waters in Tanzania.
