The Kakamega Forest National Reserve is situated in the Lake Victoria basin, about 50km north of Kisumu city. The Forest is 44km2 and basically in the Western Province . Being the only remnant in Kenya of the unique Guineo-Congolian forest ecosystem, the park offers unique wildlife and scenic beauty. For bird and butterfly watchers, this is the place to visit. The forest is home to over 400 species of butterflies, about 300 bird species and 27 species of snakes. The park also supports more than 350 species of trees and 7 primate species including the endangered DeBrazza monkey, black and white colobus monkey and vervet monkey. The Potto (the world’s slowest mammal on earth), duikers and Dik diks are also found in Kakamega Forest National Reserve.
Temperature ranges from 20-30 c and rainfall from 200mm – 700 mm.The region experiences 2 rain seasons: Long rains – March & April & short rains – Nov/ December
MAJOR ATTRACTIONS
• Birdwatching: Over 300 bird species,
• Butterfly watching: over 400 species of butterflies
• Massive Trees, Scenic Spots and Waterfalls: Over 350 species of trees, the forest holds mostly indigenous vegetation.
• Snakes: 27 species of snakes, ,
• Primates Watching: Home to Debrazza monkey and other primates.
WILDLIFE
• Wildlife: Bush Pig, Duikers, Bushbuck, Clawless Otter, Mongoose, Giant Water Shrew, Squirrels, Tree Pangolin, Porcupine, Bats and Primates.
• Birds: 330 species of which some are found nowhere else in the country. The common one being the Blue turaco.
ACTIVITIES
• Forest Walking
• Primate Watching
• Bird and Butterfly Watching
• Game watching
• Self-Guided nature walks
CHARGES
Kshs 10,950 Citizens
Kshs 14,000 Residents
USD 240 Non Residents
First deposit of Kshs. 4,500 to be paid by 23rd May 2015 to confirm reservations, full balance to be paid by 29th May
Payment Mode
Go to Mpesa menu
Select ‘Lipa na Mpesa’
Select ‘Buy Goods and Services’
Enter Whirlwind Adventures till number 181584
Then enter the amount and password
Confirm transaction completed on 0722 153 753
THE PACKAGE COVERS THE FOLLOWING
– Transport in a comfortable shuttle(Round trip)
– Accommodation on Full-board basis per person sharing (Bed, Breakfast, dinner)
– Service of an English-speaking Tour guide
– Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
– Government taxes
EXCLUDES:
– Extras – tips, drinks etc.
– Any other item/activity not mentioned in the itinerary
-Laundry
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
• Citizens – Valid Passport or National ID
• Residents – Valid Passport & re entry pass
• Binoculars, camera, change of clothes, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and guidebooks
Itinerary:
Day 1- Saturday 30th May, 2015
6.30 am depart Nairobi
Drive through the Rift Valley with a brief stop over at the view point .
10.00 am Brief stop over at Nakuru Town,
Proceed to Kisumu town via Kericho, where we shall have an opportunity to view the vast tea estates
1.00pm Arrive at Kisumu where we shall have stop over for lunch.
2.00pm proceed to Kakamega town,
4.00 pm arrival and check in at a hotel.
7.00 pm dinner and evening out.
Day 2- Sunday 1st May, 2015
6.00 am Early morning breakfast followed by a full day visit to Kakamega forest.
5.00 pm return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3- Monday 2nd May, 2015
Depart for Nairobi after breakfast, with a detour to the crying stone
We shall use the Narok route.
Arrive early afternoon.
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