Wildlife
Home to several animal sanctuaries, most notably its Impala sanctuary, Kisumu is a top east-African animal and wildlife destination for animal enthusiasts.
Kisumu is a lively and bustling port city located on the banks of Lake Victoria in Kenya. With a population of nearly half a million and growing, Kisumu’s economy is rapidly expanding, bringing in increased commercial and tourism interest. Its position on Lake Victoria provides it with beautiful golden beaches and the most incredible African sunsets.
Cheap flights to Kisumu are now available for a limited period of time, so prepare to be stunned by this city’s incredible beauty and local wildlife! Kisumu is home to Kisumu International Airport (KIS), which is a short 15 minute drive from the city centre.
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Home to several animal sanctuaries, most notably its Impala sanctuary, Kisumu is a top east-African animal and wildlife destination for animal enthusiasts.
Kisumu’s local culture is an interesting blend of British colonial and traditional Luo beliefs. This can be experienced in the local architecture, cuisine and musical influences.
Located on the banks of the great Lake Victoria, Kisumu enjoys breath-taking sunsets and unspoiled local beaches. Take a hike to the natural rock formation, Kit Miyaki, and marvel in the incredible panoramic views of the surrounding land.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | Kenya |
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Currency | Kenyan Shilling |
Language | English/Swahili |
Hub Airport | Kisumu International Airport (KIS) |
Airline | Kenya Airways |
Time Zone | GMT + 3 |
Travel Adaptor | Type G |
Kenya experiences a tropical rainforest climate, meaning that it experiences consistently warm temperatures and continuous rainfall throughout the year. The warmest months to visit Kisumu are January, February and March. During this time, rainfall is lower than at other times of the year. The rainiest months are April and May, and visiting is not encouraged during this time due to heavy rainfall and mud.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 17°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 16°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17°C |
High °C | 30°C | 31°C | 31°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 261 | 35 | 157 | 390 | 383 | 157 | 149 | 190 | 312 | 278 | 337 | 114 |
Situated on Lake Victoria, one of Africa’s great lakes, Kisumu is a lively and charming port city in Kenya. One of the fastest-growing cities in Kenya, Kisumu is currently being recognized as a major economic and commercial hub in east Africa. The city itself is deeply influenced by its English colonial history evident in surrounding architecture, such as the old Town Clock and the old British Council Building. Bustling morning markets create an exciting and lively buzz during weekday and weekend mornings. Kisumu’s biggest attraction is its namesake museum which showcases exhibitions of local aquatic life from Lake Victoria and local wildlife such as snakes and crocodiles. Its largest attraction is its life-size, UNESCO-listed heritage exhibition of a traditional Luo Homestead that visitors are able to walk through. Kisumu’s Impala sanctuary is also a major attraction point, housing not only impala, but several leopards, hippos and baboons.
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