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The Kisumu Impala Wildlife Sanctuary was opened in 1992 with
the intention of protecting a herd of impala and serve as
a safe grazing ground for hippopotamus from the lakes. Spread
over an area of less than 1sq km, this wildlife sanctuary
acts a holding point for problem animals like baboons, hyenas
and leopards.
Location
Located near the Kisumu town, the Kisumu Impala sanctuary
can be reached via air, through the nearby Kisumu airport.
Climate ???
It is generally hot and dry in this part of the region.
Wildlife Attractions
Without doubt, the herd of impala attracts the attention of
the tourists followed by the caged leopards and baboons. Then
there are the grazing hippopotamus and a variety of birds
and reptiles.
Things to do
One can talk a walk through the nature trails within the small
sanctuary and do bird watching. The Kisumu Impala Wildlife
Sanctuary provides for picnicking spots too.
Accommodation
There are no facilities for accommodation within the sanctuary
but it is easily available in the nearby Kisumu town.
Kenya Wild Safari offers safari tour bookings and hotel bookings
for Kisumu Impala Wildlife Sanctuary. To book a tour or for
more information, please fill up the form below.
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