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Kakamega Forest

Google rating 4.4 (715 reviews)
Kakamega Town
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Remains of a forest that once spanned Central Africa, with hiking trails & guided wildlife tours.

One of the last remnants of the rainforest that once stretched across Central Africa, and birdwatchers ID'd 76 species in four days with a local guide. The canopy is thick, the trails are mossy, and the air feels different—therapeutic, people say.

Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
TuesdayToday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Google reviews

4.4715 Google reviews
  • Esther K.Google review · 27 Dec 2025

    Very kind guard and tour guide met us. Unfortunately, I don't recall their names.

  • Eric M.Google review · 9 Dec 2025

    It's a great place to be. Beautiful scenes and good ambience. I encourage the local government to tap into this great resource and market it as a major tourist attraction in Western Kenya.

  • Abraham K.Google review · 5 Oct 2025

    Natural beauty, biodiversity & serenity Visitors praise its lush rainforest environment — huge old trees, thick canopy, winding trails, mossy ground, vines, orchids. Many say it’s peaceful, scenic, and very therapeutic.

  • James J.Google review · 21 Sep 2025

    One of the only remains rainforest in the World With all bird species

  • Andre S.Google review · 2 Jan 2024

    Bird lovers paradise, we manage to id 76 different birds in 4 days, some of the birds you will only find there in Kenya we had the assistance of a brilliant guide, serene landscape.

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Kakamega, Kenya

Kakamega Town

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kakamega Forest is open Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday: Closed.
Kakamega Forest is located at Kakamega.
Call +254 726 951764 or visit kws.go.ke.

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