Kisumu: A Wildlife Sanctuary
After Nairobi and Mombasa, Kisumu is the third largest metropolitan city in Kenya. The main characteristic of the city that makes it inviting is its relaxed atmosphere compare to the other two larger cities. You can head to the Kisumu International Airport or the Kakamega Airport to get to the city. The Kibuye Market and Oile Market played important part for Kenya’s Gross Domestic Products. Attractions of Kisumu include Kisumu Museum, impala sanctuary, animal sanctuary, Dunga Beach and Wetlands, hippo point, Kit Miyaki and Ndere Island. You can explore these wildlife sanctuaries and see for real species that can only be viewed in the very limited parts of the earth.
Best Time to Visit
Based on the region’s climate, the best time of the year to visit Kisumu, Kenya is from June to August. Made in Kisumu Festival is a big festival, which attended, by finest musicians in Kenya together with famous artists for the whole week of music, film, art, workshops and mentoring held every October 20 to 24. Kisumu hotel rates are higher during this festive season in the region.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Take a break and gear up at Imperial Hotel before you head outdoors. Dunga Bay is just a 5-minute car drive away from this hotel. Be close to the Kisumu Clock Tower and The West End Shopping Mall if you want to score some stuff when you stay at the Ikonia Hotel and Resort and at Le Savanna Country Lodge and Hotel.
