Gorges in Africa

Alititude: m.a.m.s.l. An extremely deep and narrow gorge that cuts through the Olgol mountains, near the northern border of the Ngorongoro conservation area. It serves as a primary nesting site for the Ruppell’s Griffon vultures as well as a hiking destination and attractions for tourists. It is a

Where famous archaeological findings were made such as the Laetoli footprints, and the remains of zinjathropus (ealiest man). A steep sided ravine in the great rift valley, it is part of Ngorongoro conservation area and is considered one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world.

Altitude: 120 m.a.m.s.l.A canyon-like structure that is part of the Rufiji river and inside Selous Game reserve. With a length of about 8 Km, a width of about 50m and a depth from its highest point to the water surfa