Lake Natron
This lake's highly caustic alkaline water is due to the volcanic runoff from the nearby Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, which gives the lake its pink hue and also calcifies any dead birds in a mummified state. However, this lake is a rich breeding ground for Lesser Flamingos as a shelter from predators and whose legs can withstand the toxic lake water.
Basic Info
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Category
Salt Lake (Pink Lake)
Secondary Category (If any)
Dark Attraction
Area Size
1,040 km²
Length
57 km
Known For
Birdlife (Lesser Flamingos)
Highly Alkaline Pink Waters & Mummification of Dead Wildlife
Unique Attraction
Day Trip from Major Cities
Day trip from Nairobi or Arusha possible
Location
See on Google Map
Lake Natron
Special Info & Comments
Water is too toxic and dangerous for any water activities
Connects to the Ewaso Ngiro (Ng'iro) River
Near to Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano, Serengeti National Park, Maswa Game Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
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