One of the interesting things I have done as a Local Guide is my recent trip to Kisumu. I have always wanted to travel to Kisumu for a long time. It has the same aura to offer as the Coastal region of Kenya though it is not put high in regard. I have only visited the city once in my life and I was barely in my teens then. I also do not have many friends from that region. As a solo traveller, you often wonder if you will visit the right places. I knew what to do to get my answers.
Therefore, using my Google Maps App I created a list of all the places that I would love to visit once I arrive in Kisumu. I also had to check with Google search for recommendations. Once I had figured one tourist hot-spot, it was so easy to get the rest. I basically arranged my trip on the app. On top of the list, I was reminded of the hotel I was to check-in. Thanks to Google Maps, I was able to view locations of the places I wanted to visit such as the Impala sanctuary and show my Uber driver directions if the driving app failed.
The view of Lake Victoria from the Impala Sanctuary
I’m glad that I did this trip and got to visit different Lakeview points and enjoy the delicacy of fish and ugali- popular Luo meal. I have since shared the list with friends and for anyone who would like to pay a visit to our lakeside neighbors. You can view the list here: https://goo.gl/maps/hunZkkGCovzHuBzY9