What are the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary opening hours?

Daily 6am to 6pm. Busiest: Walk-in.

Is Kisumu Impala Sanctuary suitable for toddlers and young children?

Minimum age: 06:00. Hippos come onto land in the evening and at night, so do not walk the grounds after dark. All KWS parks are single-use plastic free.

What is the best time to visit Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?

Late afternoon, when hippos come out to graze. It is busiest Walk-in.

How do you get to Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?

About 355 km from Nairobi to Kisumu (roughly 6 to 7 hours). Ride-hailing: Toilets|Cafe or food on site|Shaded seating|First aid|Picnic allowed. Public transport: Stroller friendly|Wheelchair accessible|Free parking|Public transport nearby On Harambee Road near Hippo Point, about 3 km from Kisumu city. Use the Sitatunga Gate if driving and the Main Gate if walking in.

Kisumu Impala Sanctuary in Hippo Point, Kisumu: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide

Animals and wildlife in Hippo Point, Kisumu

Last updated: 27 September 2026. Non-resident and child resident fees (not shown on the KWS page found; older rates differ); toilets, parking and facilities; opening hours (6am-6pm from KWS; one listing shows 8am-5pm); matatu route;

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Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is a small KWS lakeshore sanctuary about 3 km from Kisumu city, with impala, hippos and a snake park. Entry is KSh 300 per adult and KSh 200 per child for East African citizens, and it is open daily from 6am to 6pm.

📍 Location

Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, Harambee Road near Hippo Point, about 3 km from Kisumu city centre, Kisumu County, Hippo Point, Kisumu

GPS: -0.1052, 34.7521

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What is Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?

Kisumu Impala Sanctuary is a small Kenya Wildlife Service sanctuary of about 0.34 sq km on the shore of Lake Victoria, about 3 km from Kisumu city near Hippo Point. It was gazetted in 1992 and is branded 'a lakeshore walk with impalas'. Impala graze beside the paths, hippos come out to graze in the evening, the nearby swamps shelter the rare sitatunga, and more than 115 bird species have been recorded.

A walk takes about 2 to 3 hours, and there is a small animal orphanage and a snake park on site, plus picnic sites, a Sundowner tower for sunsets, a campsite and an eco-lodge. Walk-in visitors use the Main Gate and drive-in visitors the Sitatunga Gate.

KWS runs the sanctuary as a refuge for impala and a conservation education site, and its nearby swamps shelter the sitatunga antelope.

Family cost snapshot: KES 1,000 for 2 resident adults + 2 resident childrenResident adults KES 300 each. Resident children (3 to 12) KES 200 each. Toddlers: free. Non-resident families pay KES 50 for the same group (15 × 2 adults + 10 × 2 children). Food, activities and rentals are extra. Prices checked 27 Sep 2026.

Kisumu Impala Sanctuary ticket prices 2026

Visitor type	Adult	Child (3 to 12)	Toddler
Kenya / East African resident	KES 300	KES 200	Free
Non-resident	KES 15	KES 10	Free

KWS website rates: East African citizens KSh 300 adult / KSh 200 child; Kenya residents KSh 405 adult. Older KWS pages and third-party sites show lower rates (KSh 215 / 125 for citizens and USD 22 / 13 for non-residents). KWS says fees can be paid in advance through eCitizen.

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ToddlersUnder the child age — free entry

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Estimates only, based on the rates above (checked 27 Sep 2026). Extras vary.

Is it right for your child's age?

Age group	Verdict	What to expect
0–2 years	Okay	Short walk with an adult \| 3–5 years

Key details

Address: Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, Harambee Road near Hippo Point, about 3 km from Kisumu city centre, Kisumu County, Kisumu
GPS coordinates: -0.1052, 34.7521
Opening hours: Daily 6am to 6pm Open now
How long to plan: 2 to 3 hours
Suitable ages: All ages
Setting: Outdoor
Booking: Walk-in
Phone: +254794147706

What to expect when you visit

Walk in through the Main Gate or drive in through the Sitatunga Gate, and follow the lakeside paths past impala and birds. In the evening hippos graze on the grass near the shore.

The small animal orphanage and snake park add to the visit, and the Sundowner tower is a good spot for sunset.

Family essentials

Minimum age: 06:00
Safety notes: Hippos come onto land in the evening and at night, so do not walk the grounds after dark. All KWS parks are single-use plastic free.

Tickets and costs

Free entry rules: No
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food): Boat rides, camping, guided walks

Plan your visit

Best time to visit: Late afternoon, when hippos come out to graze
Busiest times: Walk-in
How to get there: On Harambee Road near Hippo Point, about 3 km from Kisumu city. Use the Sitatunga Gate if driving and the Main Gate if walking in.
By car: About 355 km from Nairobi to Kisumu (roughly 6 to 7 hours)
Uber / Bolt estimate: Toilets|Cafe or food on site|Shaded seating|First aid|Picnic allowed
Public transport: Stroller friendly|Wheelchair accessible|Free parking|Public transport nearby
Combine with: Kisumu Museum | Dunga Beach
What to bring: Hat, sunscreen, water, camera

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to visit Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?: Kenya and East African resident adults pay KES 300 and resident children (ages 3 to 12) pay KES 200. Non-resident adults pay KES 15 and non-resident children pay KES 10. Children under the toddler age enter free. KWS website rates: East African citizens KSh 300 adult / KSh 200 child; Kenya residents KSh 405 adult. Older KWS pages and third-party sites show lower rates (KSh 215 / 125 for citizens and USD 22 / 13 for non-residents). KWS says fees can be paid in advance through eCitizen. Prices checked 27 Sep 2026.
What are the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary opening hours?: Daily 6am to 6pm. Busiest: Walk-in.
Is Kisumu Impala Sanctuary suitable for toddlers and young children?: Minimum age: 06:00. Hippos come onto land in the evening and at night, so do not walk the grounds after dark. All KWS parks are single-use plastic free.
How long do you need at Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?: Plan for 2 to 3 hours.
What is the best time to visit Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?: Late afternoon, when hippos come out to graze. It is busiest Walk-in.
How do you get to Kisumu Impala Sanctuary?: About 355 km from Nairobi to Kisumu (roughly 6 to 7 hours). Ride-hailing: Toilets|Cafe or food on site|Shaded seating|First aid|Picnic allowed. Public transport: Stroller friendly|Wheelchair accessible|Free parking|Public transport nearby On Harambee Road near Hippo Point, about 3 km from Kisumu city. Use the Sitatunga Gate if driving and the Main Gate if walking in.