Yatta Plateau
One of the longest lava flows in the world, stretching about 290 km. It forms a long flat-topped ridge along the north bank of the Galana River.
Yatta Plateau is a long, flat-topped tableland formed by lava that flowed around 1.3 million years ago from the Ol Donyo Sabuk volcano. At about 290 km, it is considered one of the longest lava flows in the world. Its straight outline can be seen from the game drive route along the Lugard Falls stretch of eastern Tsavo. You cannot climb the plateau itself; it is a roadside viewpoint, and it makes a good photo stop when visiting Lugard Falls.
Opening hours
Open all day (park interior 06:00-18:00)
Nearby sights
- Tsavo River Railway Bridge
- Lugard Falls
- Mudanda Rock
- Tsavo East National Park
- Kanderi Swamp
- Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary
- Aruba Dam
- Taita Hills