Before we take the plunge, we could better take a look at what Lake Natron is made of. Much like the Dead Sea, this lake in Tanzania doesn’t run off into any oceans or rivers. This allows it to soak ...

In Tanzania, Lake Natron's crimson waters, formed by volcanic activity and rich in sodium carbonate, preserve animals in stone-like forms. This highly alkaline lake, reaching 60°C, scorches unadapted ...

They say Lake Natron is the most toxic lake on Earth. The alkalinity in the water is not far off from household bleach. The wind barely ruffles the lake’s salt-saturated water, making it act as a ...

Lake Natron in northern Tanzania is a surreal red-hued lake shaped by volcanic minerals and extreme alkalinity, creating one of the most otherworldly landscapes on Earth.

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