Kisumu
is Kenya’s lakeside city on Lake Victoria
Welcome to Kisumu
Sunsets on Africa’s Largest Lake
Kisumu is Kenya’s main city on Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa. Visitors come for sunsets on the water, boat trips to fishing villages, the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and the Kisumu Museum. Kakamega Forest, a remnant of ancient tropical rainforest, can be reached on a day trip.
We can add Kisumu to a western Kenya route and pair it with the Masai Mara and the Rift Valley lakes.
Top Experiences in Kisumu
Things to do in Kisumu
Take a boat trip on Lake Victoria to see fishing villages and birdlife. Then visit the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, which shelters impala and other wildlife on the lakeshore. You can also watch the sunset from the water, because Kisumu is famous for its evening colours.
Best time to visit
Kisumu is warm all year, with the driest months from December to February. However, short showers can fall at any time, so pack a light rain jacket.
How to get there
Kisumu has its own airport, with flights from Nairobi in under an hour. The road from Nairobi also takes about six hours.
Why book with us
B Hudson Tours Ltd is a Nairobi-based travel company. Because we plan every trip ourselves, we can adjust routes, hotels and activities to suit your group. For example, families often want shorter drives, while couples may prefer quiet lodges. Whatever you choose, we handle bookings, transfers and local support, so your holiday runs smoothly. Our team also answers questions quickly, both before and during your trip. We also recommend booking early during school holidays and the peak months, since the best rooms and guides fill up first. After you book, we send a clear itinerary, so you know what to pack, who will meet you and what each day includes.
Plan your Kisumu trip with B Hudson Tours
Our team builds itineraries around your dates, budget and interests. We also arrange private transfers, hotels and activities, so you can relax from the moment you land. For more ideas, browse our tour packages or read about Kenya, including Masai Mara and Nakuru.
When you are ready, plan your trip or contact our team. For official visitor information, see Magical Kenya, the official tourism board.