Kenya’s Sanctuaries
Kenya’s First Sanctuary for Endangered Impalas
Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is known as the “Lake Shore Walk with Impalas,” offering a peaceful escape with breathtaking lake views, shaded forests, and savannah grasslands fringed by papyrus swamps.
Originally established to protect a threatened population of local impalas, the sanctuary has blossomed into a vital refuge for both free-ranging and captive wildlife. Hippo Point is a vital tourism spot in this sanctuary. The Big Five, 115 recorded avian species, and various primate species such as olive baboons and blue monkeys exist freely.
Total Area
1 km²
Elevation
0-1,149 m
Signature Experiences
Explore the Lakeshore Walk with Impalas
Big Five Tour
The sanctuary boasts the Big Five (lion, buffalo, leopard, white rhino, and elephant), offering excellent wildlife viewing.
4×4 Game Drives
Predator-Prey Action
Photography Expeditions
Birdwatching
Visit a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 115 recorded avian species, including ostriches, grey parrots and guinea fowls.
Endangered Birds
Immersive Experiences
Photography Expeditions
Walking Tours
The sanctuary features 3 kilometres of pristine nature trails and is an ideal spot for guided nature walks and relaxing picnics.
Guided Nature Walks
Taste Traditional Cuisines
Birdwatching Expeditions
Boat Race
The sanctuary hosts the annual Kisumu Impala Conservation Boat Race in early November, a fundraising event that raises awareness of the endangered Sitatunga antelope.
Glass-Bottom Boat Race
Dawn Excursions
Responsible Tourism
Lakeside Hippo Spotting
Visit the sanctuary’s prime location, the Hippo Point, which provides a safe grazing area for hippos emerging from Lake Victoria.
Lakeside Walks
Lakeside Picnics
Unique Papyrus Swamps
Cultural & Historical Excursions
Explore the famous Kit Mikayi (the “weeping stone of the first wife”) for panoramic views of the rolling plains, along with Kisumu Museum for cultural history.
Traditional Cuisines
Culture & Customs
Responsible Tourism
Our Commitment
Protect Kenya's Impala Sanctuary
Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is one of Kenya’s smallest wildlife reserves, and seamlessly blends ecology, wildlife research and conservation efforts. Our safari expeditions directly fund community-led impala conservation and monitoring of endangered wildlife.
Sustainable Eco-tourism
Low-impact visitor management to ensure that endangered impalas and other wildlife remain undisturbed for generations.
Local Community Support
Partnering with indigenous communities to create alternative livelihoods and conservation education for responsible tourism.
Our Commitment
Ranger Patrols Monthly
600+
Plant Species Documented
Kenya Safaris
Frequently Asked Questions.
The best time to visit the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is during the dry months from June to October and December to February, when short grass and dry paths make wildlife viewing, walking trails, and picnics easier.
The best time of the day to visit Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is either early in the morning right when it opens at 6:00 AM, or late in the afternoon before it closes at 6:00 PM.
To reach Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, travel 3km from Kisumu City centre to Hippo Point along the Dunga Beach road. You can reach it by road via local transport, by air through Kisumu International Airport, or by water via regional ferries.
Accommodations include campsites, mid-range and luxury lodges, and premium hotels near top tourist spots and wildlife-inhabited areas, within safe designated zones.
Adult entry fees are KES 300 for East African citizens and USD 25 for non-resident international visitors per 24-hour day. Your park entry fees are typically included in your safari package and paid in advance for a hassle-free experience.
The following entry requirements in detail are:
- East African Citizens: Adult KES 300 | Child/Student KES 200
- Kenya Residents: Adult KES 405 | Child/Student KES 300
- African Citizens (Non-EAC): Adult USD 15 | Child/Student USD 10
- International Non-Residents: Adult USD 25 | Child/Student USD 15
- Vehicle Fees (Less than 6 seats): KES 300
