Kakamega Forest & Kisumu City in a Day

Kakamega Forest & Kisumu City in a Day

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Duration
Day Trip
Group Size
2-10 travelers
Price
$55.00

Overview

Kakamega Forest covers approx. 240sq km & is a remnant of the Guineo- Congolian forest ecosystem that stretched all across West Africa.
Kakamega Forest covers approx. 240sq km & is a remnant of the Guineo- Congolian forest ecosystem that stretched all across West Africa. It is home to over 400 butterfly species, 27 Snake species, Rainforest wildlife, over 360 bird species of which some are found nowhere else in the country such as the Black billed Turaco, Blue Headed Bee Eater, Turner’s Eremomela and Grey Parrots. Explore, Discover and Experience magical moments in Kakamega Forest National Reserve, in Kakamega County, Kenya. Kakamega Forest covers approx. 240sq km & is a remnant of the Guineo- Congolian forest ecosystem that stretched all across West Africa. It is home to over 400 butterfly species, 27 Snake species, Rainforest wildlife, over 360 bird species of which some are found nowhere else in the country such as the Black billed Turaco, Blue Headed Bee Eater, Turner’s Eremomela and Grey Parrots. Reknown as “The Canopy of Natural Beauty”; It is a haven for bird watching, hiking & rock climbing, with various scenic spots, waterfalls and adventurous nature trails. What to Bring: Binoculars | Hiking | Boots | Raincoat | Camera | Change of clothes | hat | sunscreen | sunglasses | insect repellant.

Itinerary

Day 1

Day Trip

0800hrs Departure from Kisumu by road to Kakamega Forest National
Reserve

0900hrs Arrival at the reserve and start
of a full day walk exploring the reserve
that takes us through the forests flora
and fauna. Some of things we may see
along the way include different species
of birds, primates, massive trees with
medicinal value, climb the canopy
watchtower, tour the natural
grasslands. Proceed to Buyangu hill
viewpoint that offers a scenic view of
the Kakamega forest from the top and
finally
Isiukhu River to see the small but beautiful waterfall.

1300hrs Lunch break at the Isiukhu picnic site where we will enjoy a
sumptuous packed lunch.

1400hrs Drive back to Kisumu with a brief stop over at local luhya community,
Ilesi Pottery & the crying stone of Ilesi a places connected to several myths
and legends; Locally known as ‘Ikhonga Murwi’ in relation to the interesting
sound the stream of water flowing from between the stones produces. The
sound creates an impression of the sound of crying.

1700hrs Arrive at Dunga Beach, Kisumu
for Lake Excursion and bird watching in a
fisherman boat. Lake Victoria is the
second largest fresh water lake in the
world. The Papyrus swamps along the
shores are home to several birds not
easily found anywhere else including
Papyrus Gonolek, Papyrus canary
Carruther's cisticola & African Openbill.
We explore the flora and fauna and learn
more about the fishing communities. Finally, we stop at Dunga Hill Camp for a
sundowner and dinner.

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