Baringo County, Great Rift Valley
Lake Bogoria
Hot springs, geysers and flocks of flamingos
- Country
- Kenya
- Region
- Baringo County, Great Rift Valley
- Type
- Kenya Safari
- Best months to visit
- Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb
Overview
Lake Bogoria lies in a dramatic stretch of the Rift Valley beneath the Siracho escarpment. Along its western shore, hot springs and small geysers steam and bubble out of the ground — one of the largest geothermal displays in Africa.
The shallow, salty lake often attracts large flocks of lesser flamingos, which feed on its algae.
- Geysers and hot springs
- Flamingo flocks (seasonal)
- Rift Valley escarpment views
- Off the main tourist route
What you'll see
Hot springs and geysers, often large flocks of lesser flamingos (numbers change with water levels), and greater kudu in the acacia bush around the lake.
Wildlife you may see
- Flamingo
- African fish eagle
- Plains zebra
Things to do
- 01
Hot springs walk
Walk among the geysers with a guide (keep to marked paths — the water is boiling).
- 02
Birdwatching
Flamingos on the lake and woodland birds on the shore.
- 03
Combine with Lake Baringo
Boat trips on nearby freshwater Lake Baringo for birds and crocodiles.
Best time
- Jan: Great time
- Feb: Great time
- Mar: Possible
- Apr: Possible
- May: Possible
- Jun: Great time
- Jul: Great time
- Aug: Great time
- Sep: Great time
- Oct: Great time
- Nov: Possible
- Dec: Great time
Dry months from June to October and December to February are most comfortable; it can be very hot.
Getting there
About 1.5 hours north of Nakuru by road, usually combined with Lake Nakuru, Lake Baringo or a drive north to Samburu.
Where to stay
Luxury
Few luxury options nearby; we usually combine with a lodge at Lake Baringo or Nakuru.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
Comfort
A lodge and small hotels near the reserve gates.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
Budget
Campsites in the reserve and simple guesthouses.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
