Overview
Millions of flamingos make their home on the lake, feeding on algae, but little else is supported by this hot, harsh habitat; the only fish in its waters is the alkaline tilapia.
The lake is 170 square miles wide and less than 10 feet deep, though its size varies with rainfall and evaporation. Visitors come more for the scenery than for the wildlife.
When to go
Month by month, at a glance.
- January: Possible
- February: Possible
- March: Possible
- April: Possible
- May: Possible
- June: Possible
- July: Flamingo season
- August: Flamingo season
- September: Flamingo season
- October: Flamingo season
- November: Possible
- December: Possible
Dry seasonJuly to October
- Flamingo breeding season and the best time to visit
Tours that visit
Every trip can be tailor-made.
We don't have a set package for Lake Natron yet, so we'll build one around your dates, group and interests.
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