Lake Bogoria

History

Lake Bogoria an active volcanic area lies at the beginning of Kenya's Northern Wilderness 32 square km. The western shore of the lake is lined with spouting geysers, bubbling geothermal pools and squirting steam. Massive flocks of Flamingos are attracted to this soda waters and you will see pink carpet in addition to fresh water springs at the lake edge attract an abundance of birds and wildlife.

Traveling

Diversion from the Nakuru Baringo road via Marigat will get you there with private transportation. There is also an airstrip that charter flights however it would be easier to organize safari with a group of people with a hired car or tour company.

Animals

The water springs of fresh water at the lake's edge attract wildlife and birds with abundance Fish Eagles that prey on flamingos. Animals that can be found at the lake shore include Zebra, Gazelle, Baboons and Great Kudu. Other animals are leopard, caracal, klipspringer and greater kudu.

Attractions

The park's hot springs and geysers are other attractions although it is not advisable to bath as the springs are at boiling point capable of boiling an egg. North of the park is Kesubo Swamp a wetland to the lake ecosystem and an area for birdwatchers to visit as it has over 200 recorded species of bird. Some local feature include Kesubo Swamp to the north and Siracho Escarpment to the east. At least 10 geysers can be found in four locations around the lake which erupt up to 5 meters high.

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