Kisumu
Kenya
- Safety rating
- 5.5/10
- Best time to visit
- The drier months from June to October and December to February are most comfortable for visiting the lake.
- Population
- 0.6M
Overview
Kenya's lakeside city sprawls along the shores of Lake Victoria, the largest tropical lake in the world. It's a laid-back hub for hippo-spotting boat trips, fresh tilapia and the bird-rich wetlands of the surrounding region.
Top attractions
Take a Lake Victoria boat trip to spot hippos, visit Hippo Point and Dunga Beach, and see the Kisumu Museum.
Getting around
Matatus, boda-bodas (motorbike taxis), tuk-tuks and ride-hailing apps serve the city; boats run on the lake.