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Best geothermal destinations in Africa

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Danakil Depression
Earth's Hottest, Most Alien Landscape
6.1
Hot acidic salty fluids reach the surface at Dallol, a salt volcano on the central salt plain. They build colourful formations in shades set by dissolved salts and iron. The depression is far below sea level and has the highest year round average temperatures on Earth. Rain is rare.
Highlights:
  • 🧂 Explore vast white salt flats at Karum Salt Lake
  • 🌋 Trek to the glowing lava lake of Erta Ale volcano
  • 🌈 Witness surreal colors at the Dallol sulfur springs
Tanzania
Wild safaris meet tropical beaches
7.7
Explosive eruptions of Ol Doinyo Lengai were reported in 1917, 1940, 1966, 1983 and 1993. The Maasai call it the Mountain of God. It is the only volcano known to have erupted carbonatite lava in historical times. The lava turns from black to white within hours or days.
Highlights:
  • 🐘 Explore wildlife in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • 🦁 Go on a safari in Serengeti National Park
  • 🗻 Climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak
Kenya
Safari paradise meets coastal charm
6.6
The Olkaria Geothermal Station opened in 1981 in Hell's Gate National Park. It was the first of its kind in Africa. Later units added more power plants. The park also has hot springs, red cliffs and volcanic plugs such as Fischer's Tower. Hiking and cycling are allowed in this park.
Highlights:
  • 🦁 Go on a Big Five safari in Amboseli National Park
  • 🏔️ Climb Mount Kenya and enjoy panoramic alpine views
  • 🦓 Witness the Great Migration across the Maasai Mara plains
Lake Bogoria
Vibrant wildlife reflections over crystal waters
This narrow lake is about 17.6 kilometres long and 3.6 kilometres wide. About 200 hot springs line the shore. At least 10 geysers erupt up to 5 metres high at four locations. That is the highest concentration of true geysers in Africa. Water at some vents reaches 99 degrees Celsius.
Highlights:
  • 🦩 Spot flamingos nesting along the shorelines
  • 🏔️ Hike to the crater rim for sunrise views
  • 🚤 Sail at sunset on Lake Bogoria's volcanic islands
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