Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you’ll be met by our representative for your morning flight to Kisumu City. Upon arrival, enjoy a short Kisumu City Tour, visiting the Kisumu Museum, Impala Sanctuary, and Dunga Beach for a taste of lakeside life.
Lunch at Acacia Premier Hotel. Spend your evening at leisure with dinner and overnight stay at Imperial Hotel Kisumu.
Overnight: Imperial Hotel Kisumu
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Kakamega Forest, East Africa’s only remaining tropical rainforest. Arrive in time for lunch at Rondo Retreat Centre.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk through the forest, spotting colorful butterflies, birds, and the rare blue monkey.
Dinner and overnight at Rondo Retreat Centre.
Overnight: Rondo Retreat Centre
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, drive north to Kitale, stopping en route to visit local farms and markets. Upon arrival, visit Saiwa Swamp National Park, Kenya’s smallest park, home to the rare Sitatunga antelope and rich birdlife.
Dinner and overnight at Kitale Club or Cranes Haven Resort.
Overnight: Kitale Club / Cranes Haven Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 Highlands

Depart Kitale after breakfast and drive to Kericho, Kenya’s lush tea-growing region. Visit a local tea plantation and processing factory, learning about tea cultivation and production.
Enjoy lunch overlooking the rolling green hills, followed by a scenic drive through the highlands.
Dinner and overnight at Tea Hotel Kericho.
Overnight: Tea Hotel Kericho
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, head to Kisumu and continue by road along the scenic Homa Bay route toward Mbita. Stop at Simbi Nyaima Crater Lake, a mythical volcanic lake often visited by flamingos.
Arrive at Victoria Sands Lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing by the lakeside. Enjoy swimming, a lakeside walk, and dinner followed by a bonfire.
Overnight: Victoria Sands Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a speedboat ride to Takawiri Island, known for its pristine white beaches and tropical charm. Relax, swim, and enjoy lunch at Takawiri Island Resort.
Later, return to Mbita and proceed to Rusinga Island Lodge for a magical lakeside sundowner as the sun sets over Lake Victoria.
Dinner and overnight at Victoria Sands Lodge.
Overnight: Victoria Sands Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Check out of Victoria Sands Lodge after breakfast and transfer to Rusinga Island Lodge for your final night. Spend the day at leisure — explore the island, visit local fishing villages, or simply unwind by the lake.
All meals served at the lodge.
Overnight: Rusinga Island Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, check out and drive back to Kisumu City (approximately 2 hours). Take your afternoon flight to Nairobi, marking the end of your memorable journey through Western Kenya and Lake Victoria.
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Cost Includes:

• Return flights (Nairobi – Kisumu – Nairobi)
• Transport in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle
• Accommodation in listed lodges/hotels
• All meals on full board basis
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Park and entry fees
• Guided nature walks and excursions
• Bottled drinking water
• Takawiri Island excursion & Rusinga sundowner

Cost Excludes:

• Personal expenses (laundry, phone, etc.)
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional activities not listed
• Travel insurance