Lake Turkana

A lake in the Kenyan Rift Valley in northern Kenya with its far northern end crossing into Ethiopia is called Lake Turkana, originally known as Lake Rudolf. It is both the largest alkaline lake and the largest permanent desert lake in the world. After the Caspian Sea, Lake Issyk-Kul, and Lake Van in terms of volume (passing the dwindling South Aral Sea), it is the fourth-largest salt lake in the world and ranks 24th among all lakes.

The mist rising from the volcano within Lake Turkana, which is active, has made it one of the most well-known national parks in Kenya. It is surrounded by the Sibiloi National Park, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hippos and Nile crocodiles are only two of the many creatures that call the national parks home. Lake Turkana is home to hundreds of bird species that are unique to Kenya, making it a bird delight. Additionally, keep a look out for the lake-native Turkana mud turtle.

Location: Northwest Kenya and stick with Southwest Ethiopia