Transportation in Kakamega:
Kakamega airport is connected to other parts of the world through Kakamega airport. King fisher Airlines, Lufthansa Airlines are some of the major airlines plying to Kakamega. The most extensive bus transportation facilities linking Kakamega to different parts of Kenya are available. Mini buses, vans, box matatus are other modes of transportation. Some of the bus services in Kenya are Easy Bus Service, Eldoret Express, Coast Bus Akamba, Citi Hoppa. The buses mainly ply to places like Kakamega, Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nakuru etc.
Accommodation in Kakamega:
There are 2 guest houses managed by the Forest Department inside the hotel. There are 4 rooms along with attached toilets. It is advisable to carry food to the forests.
Tourism of Kakamega:
Kakamega boasts of the dense tropical rain forests replete with diverse flora and fauna. The forests exude a colossal and majestic beauty by virtue of the tall trees that form a canopy which do not allow sunlight to penetrate. The animals range from 320 species of twittering birds to monkeys, reptiles, etc. The tourists can explore the wilderness of the forest and the subtle nuances of a well balanced ecosystem. The waterfall of Isiukhu provides the soothing, soul elevating beauty amidst the dense forest. The waterfalls exude a pristine and serene beauty and the tourists can spend hours looking at the sparkling white water gushing with a momentum.
The imposing beauty of the tall trees along with the excitement of seeing a variety of birds from the bird' s view point leave the tourist awestruck. The awe inspiring nature emanating its majestic, inviting and soulful beauty amidst a well balanced ecosystem is an experience which the tourists will cherish throughout their life. About 400 different species of butterflies are found in the forest of Kakamega. The butterflies exude a riot of colors which is a visual treat for the tourists. There is profuse rainfall throughout the year in Kakamega. It is advisable to carry mosquito repellent in the forests. The eco- tourism in the forest of Kakamega reflects the symbiotic ecological balance and the omnipresent camaraderie prevailing among the flora and fauna.
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