Africa has many great freshwater lakes that offer scenic picnic and outdoor adventure opportunities. Interestingly, most of the major lakes you find in Africa have their homes along the East African Rift Valley.

We have listed some of the finest lakes you may want to visit in different parts of the continent.

Africa is home to the second-largest freshwater lake in the world. Most of the major lakes in Africa lie along a continental fault line known as the East African Rift Valley. We have listed some of the lakes you can visit for your adventures and pure relaxation.

Lake Naivasha has become one of the favourite places for tourists and locals in Kenya. Whether you want a picnic or a secluded place for your relaxation, Lake Naibasha has become a place to spend your time.

The beautiful lake is fed by the Gilgil and Malewa rivers, and has an underground outlet.  You can find a variety of wildlife around the lake. If you have not experienced a boat safari, you can go on a tour, where you can find vibrant bird life activities.

At Crescent Island Sanctuary, you can find an abundance of wildlife activities, making it a haven for animals and birds.

Lake Victoria is bordered by Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya and is the largest lake in Africa and the world’s second-largest freshwater lake. The lake houses a diverse ecosystem of reefs, species of fish and islands. You can watch birds or fish with the locals for Nile perch.