GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Lake Turkana
Lake Turkana lies mainly in northern Kenya, with its northern end in Ethiopia. Its long basin follows the eastern rift system.
Fast Facts
- The Omo River from Ethiopia is its principal inflow.
- No surface outlet; water is alkaline and saline.
- UNESCO identifies it as the world’s largest desert lake.
Connected lessons
- Lake TurkanaMap, explanation and practice
- One rift region, several drainage systemsGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Lake AssalRelated places
- Danakil / Afar DepressionRelated places
- Lake VictoriaRelated places