Ruma National Park One-Day Safari
Overview
One of Ruma’s remarkable features is its status as Kenya’s last remaining sanctuary for the endangered roan antelope. These majestic creatures find refuge within the park’s boundaries, making it a critical conservation area. The park lies on the flat floor of the seasonally watered Lambwe River Valley, bordered by the Kanyamwa Escarpment to the south-east and the volcanic plugs of the Ruri Hills to the north.
Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by Ruma’s exceptional avian diversity. It is the only protected area in Kenya where the globally threatened blue swallow, a scarce intra-African migrant, is regularly recorded. These beautiful birds depend on moist grasslands for both feeding and roosting, arriving in Kenya from their breeding grounds in Southern Tanzania around April and departing again in September
Duration
1 Day
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
Max None
Schedule
Apr 25 - Apr 25, 2026
Schedule & Availability
Fixed DatesApril 25, 2026 - April 25, 2026
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Departure from Kisumu:
Early Morning: 6:15am - Pick up point is United Mall Infront of KFC restaurant.
The journey takes you through picturesque towns like Kendu Bay and Homa Bay.
Landscape:
Enjoy scenic views as you drive eastward toward Ruma National Park
9am arrive at the main gate for checkin.
Game Drive and Wildlife Viewing:
With the help of knowledgeable guide who will accompany you throughout the
day, you will spot the majestic Roan antelopes (locally known as Korongo),
characterized by their striking black and white patches.
Keep your eyes peeled for Rothschild’s giraffes, impalas, vervet monkeys,
leopards, buffalo, and Jackson’s hartebeests.
Lunch Amidst Nature:
Picnic Spot: Enjoy a packed lunch surrounded by the sounds of the wild. Find a
scenic spot within the park to savor your meal.
Return to Kisumu:
Afternoon: Bid farewell to Ruma National Park and head back to Kisumu, reminiscing about your thrilling safari experience.
What's Included
- Transport -Private Tour Van.
- Guiding charge
- Drinking water - Carry a refillable water bottle.
- Lunch - Snack and fruits(energy bars, nuts, pineapples, bananas, apples).
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees $22
- Tips
Requirements
- Sun protection & Hats
- sunglasses & sunscreen
- Raincoat/Jackets in-case it rains
- Comfortable shoes.
- Camera
Location
Country: Kenya
Destinations: Homabay County Nyanza province Ruma National Park
Get in Touch
Contact the agency directly about this tour
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