Where to stay at Kakamega Forest National Reserve.

Where to stay at Kakamega Forest National Reserve

There are accommodation facilities and camping sites where to stay at Kakamega Forest National Reserve. Choices range from self-catering chalets and lodges to rustic campsites, but whatever accommodation is chosen the experience is sure to inspire.

Camping in the forest is so much reward, with a wake-up calls from the winged ones, as you enjoy your breakfast to, you cannot stop listening to the beautiful melodies that escapes from the forest, to color out your morning. The cool forest feel, spice your stay here as you enjoy the outdoor camping adventure here.

If you wish to stay in Kakamega town accommodation, there are a number of choices.

Isecheno KEEP Bandas

Isecheno KEEP bandas is located in the Kakamega rain forest in the Southern part of Isecheno forest station. Keep bandas can accommodate 21 people. There are 5 bandas, banda one has 5 beds, banda two has been partitioned and has 2 rooms each has 2 beds. Banda 3 has also partitioned and has 4 beds, banda four has 5 beds and banda 5 has 3 beds. In KEEP bandas there are warm and cold showers but outside the room. For the lights here, they use generators and lanterns at night.

There is a kitchen where guests can cook their own food. The kitchen has utensils cooking facilities and tap water. But for those guests who need meals, we offer catering services for either workshop or for tourists visiting the forest.

Senel Guest House

Set just 21 km from Kakamega Forest Station, Senel Guest House offers accommodation in Kakamega with access to a shared lounge, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. This apartment has 5 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area, and 4 bathrooms fitted with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. This is one of the main places where to stay at Kakamega Forest National Reserve.

Isukuti Guest House

Located in a spectacular haven for nature lovers, with over 300 bird species and 400 butterfly species these facilities provide an intimate experience amid the Kakamega forest consisting over 300 tree species which are mostly indigenous. Park highlights include tropical forest, bird, and butterfly viewing. One can also view the following Wildlife: diverse species of primates, snakes, birds and butterflies.

Golf Hotel Kakamega

Golf Hotel Kakamega is located in a plush area of Kakamega town next to the Golf Course and is just a short distance from Kakamega forest that has over 320 bird species. It takes approximately half an hour’s drive from Kisumu Airport to the hotel and with an arrangement the Hotel van is available at a fee.

Rondo Retreat Centre

Rondo retreat center is located in the Kakamega rainforest in the Southern part. It is managed by Trinity fellowship. Rondo is a Christian center, alcoholic drinks are not allowed in the premise. Rondo retreat is Clean and quirt place that can accommodate Missionaries and Tourists visiting Kakamega forest. Rondo can accommodate up to 35 people but it can serve up to 50 pax for lunch or dinner and it offers a conference facility for a small group. Rondo retreat center is one of the best accommodation in Kakamega rainforest with beautiful gardens flowers, wonderful gardens for relaxing, and high standard rooms for single, double, and triple rooms.