Africa’s landscapes are shaped by some of the world’s most dramatic geological forces, and nowhere is this more evident than at its crater lakes. While not every part of the lake occupies a volcanic crater, it lies within a landscape shaped by ancient volcanic activity, with numerous crater lakes scattered throughout the surrounding Kigezi Highlands. Lake Nyos, CameroonA remarkable geological wonderLake Nyos sits within a volcanic crater in northwestern Cameroon and is one of the world’s most scientifically significant crater lakes. Why crater lakes are so fascinatingCrater lakes form when volcanic craters or calderas fill with rainwater or groundwater after eruptions. Whether you’re drawn by dramatic landscapes, fascinating geology or rewarding hiking trails, Africa’s crater lakes offer unforgettable journeys into the continent’s volcanic past.