3 Day Fly in safari to Kakamega Forest

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Trip Overview

Nairobi has a warm, temperate climate year-round, with dry conditions during peak travel season (July-September). Kakamega Forest is a tropical rainforest situated in the Kakamega and Kisumu Counties of Kenya, northwest of the capital Nairobi, and near to the border with Uganda. It is Kenya's only tropical rainforest and is said to be Kenya's last remnant of the ancient Guineo-Congolian rainforest that once spanned the continent.

Tour Highlights

  • Day 1. Pick up from the hotel and drive to Nairobi Wilson Airport for your flight to Kisumu.
  • Day2. Kisumu-visit to Kit Mikayi and Dunga Beach experience.
  • Day 3: fly back from Kisumu to Nairobi/ preferred destination.

Itinerary

On this day you will wake up and check out from your hotel and proceed for your flight to Kisumu, the flight usually takes 50 minutes to reach your destination where you will be dropped before you proceed to your planned activity for the day.

A visit to Kakamega forest is the activity that can be done on this day where you get to explore the rich biodiversity area that hosts a variety of birds, 7 primate species and more that 510 butterfly species. On your guided forest walk and sunset walk through the forest you will be able to encounter several mammals such as bush pigs, giant forest hedgehogs, colobus monkeys with occasional leopard sightings.

You will later return to your lodge after the activity to relax and prepare for the next adventure.

Dinner and overnight at Luvambo Forest Resort.

After breakfast at 0800 hrs. Check out from the hotel. Today you will spend the whole day in Kisumu visiting Kit Mikayi. Kit Mikayi can be visited on guided tours to learn more about its history and cultural significance. Because it is surrounded by beautiful scenery, the rock is also a popular spot for picnics and other outdoor activities. Climbing the rocks to the top is an exciting adventure. When you hike down, a group of women will perform a traditional dance for you.

Later in the evening you can relax at Dunga Beach which is one of the more popular beaches in Kisumu City, found on the eastern shore of Lake Victoria. It’s the ideal chilling destination that’s perfect for picnics and sundowners. Some of the things you can do at Dunga Beach include swimming, fishing, and a nice spot to see boats docking and leaving for fishing. The beach is also home to a variety of fish restaurants selling fish fresh from the lake

Dinner and Overnight at Cold Spring Hotel-Homabay.

After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and still with your safari guide, you will then embark on a journey to Kisumu international airport where you will be dropped off for your flight back home. 

Possible Safari Extension

You can gorilla trip to Uganda or RwandaContinue to Masai mara for more wildlife experienceYou can extend the Amboseli National Park, Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Nairobi National Park

You can extend your trip to Kenya Coastal beaches, Mombasa, Watamu and Diani

Pricing Table

Package Features

This package includes
  • Domestic Flight to and From Kisumu
  • All - Park Entrance Fees.
  • Accommodation and Meals as Per the Itinerary.
  • Drinking Water in Your Vehicle
  • Services of English - Speaking Experienced Driver/Guide
  • Transport In A 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
  • Exclusive Use of Safari Vehicle Throughout the Trip
  • All Government Taxes and Levies
  • Safari Accessories (First Aid Kit, Cooler Box, and Fire Extinguisher) Emergency Number 24 Hours.
  • Community and Cultural Experience.
This package does not include
  • Expenses of Personal Nature Such as Visas, Driver Tips Etc.
  • Balloon and Walking Safari
  • Personal Insurance Cover
  • Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
  • International Flights and Respective Taxes
  • Increase In Park Entry Fees If Revised by The Park Management or Government

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