This is a soda lake at the base of the active Ol Donyo Lengai volcano. At first sight, the lake looks fairly conventional with blue waters lapping the shoreline, but a journey from above soon reveals a unique red crust covering the lake’s surface. This natural wonder is caused by microorganisms that flourish in the mineral rich waters of the lake. Fed by nearby volcanic springs, the sweltering 40-degree Celsius waters and high salt content make the lake inhospitable for most and during the dry season, petrifies all creatures dying in it. Real adventure seekers visiting Lake Natron, will be rewarded with a unique, near magical experience.

Lake Natron is situated in northern Tanzania on the border with Kenya and close to the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro conservation area.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

The period June to October is the best time for walking and hiking tours. The weather at Lake Natron is mostly hot and dry. Although June to August are the coolest months, some guests still experience these temperatures as tropically warm. During the rainy period (November to May), some activities may be cancelled due to heavy rains.