From interactions with the friendly and welcoming locals to spotting some of the most impressive wildlife in the world, and riding one of Africa’s greatest off-road routes around Lake Kivu ... Uganda ...

Lake Kivu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is bustling again with cargo and passenger boats. The lake was quiet for almost a month after rebels captured the port cities of Goma and Bukavu.

Another is Lake Kivu in the Republic of Congo, which can literally explode in the event of an earthquake. Explosions are caused by high levels of carbon dioxide and methane in the water.

Why it's incredible: The lake is the only place on Earth that's similar to Jezero crater on Mars. Lake Salda is a body of water in Turkey that bears a strong resemblance to Mars' Jezero crater.

The most accessible alternative? The highland sector of Kahuzi-Biega National Park, located on the opposite side of Lake Kivu, which has been a hotspot for charcoal and timber production since 2019.

With its vivid turquoise, green and blue waters, it’s no surprise Lake Salda is often promoted as the “Maldives of Turkey.” Extraordinary to look at, peaceful and surrounded by an abundance ...

The night before the rebels seized Goma, east Congo's largest city, the military command and provincial authorities fled by boat on Lake Kivu towards Bukavu without letting their soldiers know ...

The third largest lake is home to many beautiful rocky and sandy beaches and although water temperatures are chilly—rarely top 73 degrees Fahrenheit, even in summer—there are excellent visitor ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. South Lakes Safari Zoo has been busy finding loving new homes for their beloved animals. The most recent resident to leave Dalton for a new ...

Katie Joll Carved millions of years ago by passing glaciers, this state park is a must-see for anyone looking to experience Lake Tahoe's beauty. Surrounded by towering trees, this inlet along the ...