There are quite a number of lakes in Kenya. These lakes form a vital part of the Rift valley eco-system. Core areas of the popular wildlife reserves in Kenya are formed by these lakes, which as well provide the surrounding wildlife with a water source.

While on your wildlife tours in Kenya, you’ll be able to see such lakes like;

Lake Victoria:
It is the largest lake in Africa and stretches along the Western border of Kenya.
The African nations of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are divided by this great lake which is size is 67493 sq. kms. Nyanza is the term used to refer to Lake Victoria by the local people and is considered to be the source of the Nile. Such fish species like; Nile perch, and numerous game fish by which many tourists are attracted, can be seen or found in Lake Victoria. There is as well Ruma National Park, which is another attraction of Lake Victoria, with it’s amazing wildlife.

Lake Naivasha:
The fish and other marine life found in this fresh water lake attract different bird species, which include the Fishing eagles, Ospreys and many more, which make this lake very popular.
Around the lake, you can also see wildlife, inclusive of which is the Buffalo, Hippos, giraffe, and zebras. In addition to the wildlife are the various flower and fruit orchards, which surround the lake and so add to it’s beauty.

Lake Nakuru:
This lake has a high soda content, though it is shallow. Flamingos in thousands   of numbers, find a natural habitat in this salt-water lake. You will be amazed at how the graceful flamingo flocks can be, in terms of feeding, watching their young and taking a flight over the lake. This breath-taking sight will only be attained while at Lake Nakuru.

Lake Elementeita:
This is a peaceful gateway, having natural beauty in a abundance though it’s only 18 sq km. Along the side of this soda lake are antelope, zebras, flamingos and many other species, which will surely captivate nature lovers and Bird watchers.
Lake Bogoria:
This lake, on top of being surrounded by arid desert, is a 32 sq km volcanic lake. Flamingo flocks find home in this lake and antelopes, zebra and Kudu can be viewed near it’s banks, drinking from the fresh water springs.
Along the Western shore do the Geysers and thermal springs bubble.

Lake Baringo:
Home to many water birds inclusive of which are Pelicans, fishing eagles
and Cormorants, is 129 sq km fresh water lake, in the Northern Kenya called Lake Baringo.
As traditional Njemps fishermen row their boats along the lake, crocodiles lurk below the waters. For a hippo watching expedition, the best base or place would be the Ol Kokwe Island located in the middle of the lake.

Lake Turkana:
In size, Lake Turkana, a vast lake, covers 6405 sq km and for it’s unique colour is termed Jade Sea.
Awesome humanoid fossils have been discovered along Lake Turkana’s banks, and so that has led to this biggest desert lake in the world being termed as the Cradle of humanity. In addition, the largest single population of crocodiles finds home in this lake. It has more attractions, which include; the Petrified Forest at Siboloi National Park and the tribal people of this region.

Lake Magadi:
Lake Magadi is a 104 sq km soda lake, which is not only not far from Nairobi city, but also a nesting ground for thousands of flamingo flocks.
This lake is surrounded by extensive salt flats, which hinder other animals from survival, therefore giving chance to the flamingos to nest here free from predators.

Lake Magadi is made an amazing sight by the stunning pink flamingo flocks, as well as the stark landscape, which you will observe while on your tour to Kenya.

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