Top 8 Tourist Attractions in Kisumu (Kenya)

Kisumu is one of the most beautiful cities you can visit in Kenya during a safari, and the city is the capital of Nyanza County and is located on the northern shore of Lake Victoria, the largest freshwater lake in Africa. Kisumu is one of Kenya's largest cities and a great place to look during a Kenya safari, Kisumu has many tourist attractions, this article highlights the top 8 attractions or sites to visit.

1. Dunja Hill Camp

A beautiful camping site on the shores of Lake Victoria in Dunga, south of Kisumu, Dunga Hill Camp is Kisumu City's leisure destination ideal for camping, hiking or relaxing afternoons. Designed to change the goal of relaxation in Kisumu City, Dunga Hill Camp is an ideal location for outdoor activities, barbecues and relaxing with your family. Dunga Hill Camp has a good restaurant and bar overlooking the lake, offering clean spots and light and a cool shower. While at the campground, you can take boat tours, rent kayaks and enjoy the stunning views of the sun as it sets.

2. Kibuku Bay

Kibuku Bay is a people-friendly resort with stunning views of Lake Victoria, the bay is located on the shores of Lake Victoria, a short jogging walk from the main street, Impala Park, Dunga Fishing Village and about 5 kilometers from Kisumu City. Rated as one of the best resorts in Kisumu City, Kibuyu Bay is an ideal location for travelers looking for luxury accommodation in Kisumu and allows travelers to embrace the feeling of a Kenyan safari adventure.

3. Kisumu Impala Reserve

Kisumu Impala is a wildlife sanctuary located on the shore of Lake Victoria, Africa's largest freshwater lake, and is one of the smallest protected wildlife areas and houses various species of wildlife including the endangered antelope "rare sitatunga antelope". Other animals found in the Kisumu Impala reserve include cheetahs, lions, leopards, giraffes and buffaloes that can be spotted. The reserve has 5 camping sites where you can camp, and other activities you can do in the reserve include nature walks, wild animal watching, bird watching and sailing in a glass-bottomed boat.

4. Hippo Point

The hippopotamus pool in Kisumu is an ideal place to visit if you want to discover different species of wildlife and birds, as the hippopotamus pool is a wonderful private wildlife sanctuary located on an isthmus between Lake Oluden and Lake Naivasha, and the pool is located at an altitude of 6,200 feet. Known for its unlimited sunset views, the hippopotamus is also a fishing port and a camping site. The hippopotamus pool hosts more than 1,200 residents roaming the lands and about 350 species of birds. Some of the animals you will see include hippos, zebras, hyenas, and others. Boat trips are also available at Hippo Point.

5. Kisumu Museum

Located in Kisumu in Nairobi, south of the city centre, Kisumu Museum displays the culture and natural history of the Western Rift Valley and Nyanza County, as well as a large collection of local flora and fauna (live animals, several aquariums, outdoor exhibits and an eel garden). The Kisumu Museum has three prominent sections, the first of which displays the three major language collections in western Kenya, Kalingin, Lu and Bantu. The second section is a traditional residence for Lu and showcases the fictional life of Onyango and is subject to the rites of passage that were used to establish his own family complex. The third section is a small aquarium showcasing the aquatic origins of nearby lakes and a reptile house that provides examples of all local snakes.

6. Kate Mikay

Kit Mikai is a rock formation about 40 meters high above the surrounding rocks in the village of Kangesu, Kit Mikai is located in western Kenya, about 29 kilometers west of Kisumu city and one kilometer from the Kisumu-Bondu road. Kate Mikai means "first wife's stone" in Lu, Dolo, and the rocks are said to take the form of a woman carrying a load on her back. The locals living around the rocks and this area are referred to as the Lo Kakilo clan, and the site is mainly associated with sacrifices and many pre-Christian legends in Kenya that offer many stories that explain the meaning of the name "Kate Mikai". Over the years, Kit Mikayi has become a prominent local pilgrimage site, and locals visit it to pray and fast for several weeks straight. Travelers visiting Kit Mikayi Rock Climbing have the opportunity to observe the stretch of Lake Victoria, Kisumu City and Kisumu International Airport.

7. Art Markets

Kisumu art markets are located in different parts of Kisumu and Kenya as well, and Kenya is widely known for its wonderful arts and artists. Visiting this art souks gives you an opportunity to pay attention and appreciation to the beautiful pieces of art they deserve. In these markets, you can find paintings, crafts and local souvenirs from Kenya, the markets are a perfect location to visit in Kisumu with your family especially for individuals who love art and enjoy collecting different art pieces as a symbol of love and appreciation for Kenya and Kenyan artists.

8. Flea Market

Kisumu City has two major flea markets, Kibuye Market and Ouileh Market, and Kibuye is one of the largest markets in East Africa and is most popular on Sundays, and is the best market for cheap used clothes and green groceries. The Uweila Market is always open on weekdays and is an ideal place to shop for groceries.