| Lake Victoria is so vast, it boasts the coveted | | | | seeing beautiful creatures, Lambwe forest is an |
| distinctions of being the second largest freshwater | | | | excellent place to find them. About an hour away |
| lake in the world (after Lake Superior) and the | | | | from the Kenya lake, this large forest is a popular |
| largest tropical lake. The lake has another feather | | | | destination for wildlife and nature lovers. |
| in its cap though. It is the source of the Nile, the | | | | Wildlife viewing in Lambwe forest and nearby |
| longest river in the entire world. | | | | Ruma National Park isn't just limited to birds, |
| The largest and most beautiful of the Kenya | | | | though. You can also see buffalo, giraffe, several |
| Lakes, it is named after the UK's famous Queen | | | | species of antelope, mongoose, zebra and many |
| Victoria, thanks to John Speke who was the first | | | | other fascinating Kenya animals. Be sure to bring |
| European to encounter this large body of water. | | | | your camera, and have plenty of extra memory |
| This lake is home to many beautiful fish and birds, | | | | cards on hand! |
| and there are a number of fascinating species of | | | | Visitors can also enjoy boat rides to some of the |
| wildlife in the area, too. Nature lovers therefore | | | | lake's beautiful islands, especially Rusinga and |
| wont want to miss out on this one. | | | | Mfangano. Rusinga Island has a harsh but beautiful |
| Lake Victoria takes up nearly seventy thousand | | | | landscape, and is notable for being the site of |
| square miles and is shared by the East African | | | | several prehistoric fossils. Mfangano Island has |
| countries of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Most of | | | | been inhabited by humans for centuries, and by |
| its water comes from several rivers that drain | | | | the local hippos and monitor lizards for far longer. |
| into it, and rainfall. The White Nile is the only river | | | | It's also home to eight thousand year old cave |
| leaving the lake, and exits on the north shore at | | | | paintings that are a must-see for travelers - just |
| Jinja, in Uganda, snaking its way into Sudan and | | | | be sure not to damage them. |
| Egypt before emptying into the Mediterranean | | | | In addition to all its natural wonders, Lake Victoria |
| Sea. | | | | offers visitors a range of excellent |
| The relative isolation and interesting geology of | | | | accommodations, services and amenities. |
| the area are probably responsible for some of the | | | | Travelers can unwind at Lake Victoria Safari |
| lake's unique aquatic life. The lake is home to | | | | Village, Rusinga Island Camp or Mfangano lodge, |
| hundreds of unique species of cichlids, which are | | | | well away from the hustle and bustle of city life. |
| brightly colored freshwater tropical fish. One of | | | | Rooms are constructed from local materials, and |
| the highlights of your visit could be catching your | | | | each feature private verandas. A comfortable, |
| own school of cichlids and taking them home with | | | | relaxing atmosphere and gorgeous sunsets make |
| you. | | | | these accommodations a wonderful choice for |
| Besides the gorgeous cichlids, the lake's other | | | | just about anyone. Safari Village even features a |
| inhabitants include the enormous Nile Perch. | | | | lighthouse honeymoon suite built on the rocky |
| Because the Nile Perch, which can grow up to | | | | area right next to the lakeshore. |
| 1.8m (6ft) and weigh up to 140kg (300 lbs) is | | | | If you've never experienced the incredible beauty |
| considered a fierce fighter, it is regarded as one | | | | of Kenya's Lake Victoria, you've been missing out. |
| of the world class game fish. The tasty Tilapia | | | | With sport fishing opportunities, beautiful local |
| also abounds in the lake. | | | | wildlife and wonderful accommodations, it has |
| The lake's islands also boast huge populations of | | | | something for everyone. Take the time to check |
| the pied kingfisher, fish eagle and other species of | | | | out this lake today - you won't be disappointed. |
| Kenya birds. If you're a birder, or you just love | | | | |