The Crying Stone of Ilesi stands beside the Kakamega–Kisumu road. Water seeps down the rock like tears, and the stone is an important cultural landmark in western Kenya. It makes a great stop on the way to or from the forest.
Visiting with us
Staying at Isecheno Blue Shouldered Guesthouse puts you close to the forest's main trails. Our guides can include this stop in a guided tour or help you plan transport. See getting here for directions.
Other places to explore
- Kakamega Forest National Reserve — Kenya's only tropical rainforest — a remnant of the Guineo-Congolian forest belt.
- Isecheno Forest Station — The heart of the southern forest and the starting point for most birding walks.
- Lirhanda Hill & Bat Cave — A forest hilltop viewpoint famous for sunrise views, with a bat cave nearby.
- Yala River — A scenic river running through the forest with pools and waterfalls.
- Isiukhu Falls — A forest waterfall that is at its most spectacular during and after the rainy seasons.
- Kakamega Town — The county headquarters, with banks, shops, markets and onward transport.
- Kisumu & Lake Victoria — Kenya's lakeside city — the nearest major airport and a great add-on to a forest trip.