8. Lake Albert, Uganda/DRC
Lake Albert is also sometimes referred to as Lake Mobutu Sese Seko. It is relatively shallow, reaching only 24 meters (80 feet) in depth, but in terms of surface area it’s the fourth largest among Africa’s legendary Rift Valley Lakes. It is significant also for acting as a source of the White Nile River. Lake Albert borders Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Due to the terrain, which includes steep surrounding mountains, the shores of Lake Albert are sparsely populated, and the area is off the beaten path in terms of tourism, but visitors might be interested in the wildlife and forest preserves that surround the lake, as well as Muchison Falls National Park.
