Marvel KENYA

Kenya, our best days are in front of us.

2010-08-26T04:13:00.000-07:00

I can't concentrate any more. There is this excitement in the air. With the promulgation of a new constitution, my country is just about to be reborn. God bless Kenya!

Lake Victoria; the spectacle

2010-08-17T10:22:00.000-07:00

Victoria is a massive lake at Kenya’s Western frontier and forms a natural boundary between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. It is the second largest fresh water lake in the world and covers about 70,000 km2, approximately twice the size of Wales. Lake Victoria is the source of Africa’s mightiest river, the Nile which flows northwards, carrying the waters of Nyanza (common local name of Lake Victoria) to Egypt and beyond into the Mediterranean. This expansive mass of water is rich in fish life, with shimmering shoals of colourful cichlids and large Nile Perch, considered a world class fish game.

Kisumu is a major port town on the Lakeshore; the town is predominantly inhabited by the Luo, a tribe known to be formidable fishermen. Homa Bay is another port town of the lake and this area is also home to Ruma National Park, a small but attractive park with many unique species.

The best way to appreciate the beauty of this region is on the lake itself. The sun shines brightly, and gentle breezes rise from the water. In trees along the shore, Fish Eagles call to each other with long haunting cries. Sunsets turn the water to gold, as the local fisherman in their canoes pull in their nets and slowly turn for home.

Main road access to Lake Victoria is via Kisumu, directly from Nairobi by bus/matatu or private transport. Kisumu is also accessible by rail from Nairobi. There is an airport in Kisumu with scheduled flights. Charters can also use the airport. There is a private airstrip on Mfangano Island. Nearby Malaba is the main border crossing with Uganda. A traditional way of accessing the border is by a cycle taxi called the Boda Boda (Border-Border). From Kisumu there is some road access to the Lake south to Homa Bay. Ferries and Private Boats are used to access the islands.

Kenya; the tourism and hospitality mega store

2010-07-10T03:54:00.000-07:00

Kenya has varied and diverse tourist attractions that can make anyone simply amazed. Simply put, the nation has got something for everyone. Besides the popular national parks rich with big game, the breathtaking equatorial forests and mighty snow-capped mountains , pristine beaches and coral reefs, searing deserts and cool highland retreats – all are there to make your trip to Kenya a special one.

So no matter, whether it is the thrilling wildlife that pumps up your adrenaline or it is the timeless cultures unchanged by the modern world or the rugged beauty of the place that touch you the most – the memories of your tours to Kenya will surely be an everlasting one.