While Lake Natron is not particularly hospitable, the freshwater wetlands around its edges are far more welcoming to a variety of life. Drive deeper, and green vegetation gives way to a sparse, dusty landscape. That being said, what life does manage to carve out an existence there makes it a key environment. You will soon focus on the scenery: looking around, the views are spectacular. It is a popular tourist destination and welcomes millions of people annually. I unexpectedly found the creatures - all manner of birds and bats - washed up. It is an incredibly important wetland region that isn’t exactly teeming with wildlife due to its high temperatures and dangerous waters.

The lake’s pink hue is most vivid when viewed from above and therefore, plenty of helicopter services available to view the spectacle from the air. The only barrier between the bright pink lake and the blue ocean is a strip of lush green forest.

Located in the Arusha Region of the African country of Tanzania, this body of water is part of the larger Lake Natron Basin. This pink lake is 1,968 feet long and 820 feet wide and neighbours the dark blue ocean. (Photo by Marcus Valance/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Like other flamingo species, it breeds at irregular intervals and changes. It is the only wildlife sanctuary in Tanzania bordering the sea. In 2006, Lake Natron in Northern Tanzania, famous throughout the world for its. It has an area of 1062 km2 and was officially gazetted in 2005, from a game reserve which had existed from 1969. Saadani National Park is Tanzania’s 13th National Park.

DAR ES SALAAM, SAADANI, TANZANIA – 1: A Baobab Tree stands alone in an area cleared of forest with a tractor parked next to it showing the incredible magnitude of the indigenous tree at Saadani National Park.

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