For the active, Rusinga offers some exhilarating activities.

As well as a variety of watersports – waterskiing, donutting, knee-boarding – there are also mountain bikes.  A circumnavigation around Rusinga Island by mountain bike not only affords welcome exercise, but also an opportunity to meet the local community and watch life go by on this small island.

Nearby Mfangano Island is home to ancient rock art, untouched for centuries. A short boat ride across to the island is followed by a hike up to the caves housing the rock art where guides explain the history and significance.

A gentler stroll can be taken to visit the archaeological sites close to Rusinga Island Lodge. (see Archaeology & History)

For those keen on jogging, as the island has no dangerous animals, it's possible to take a jog on the airstrip or further afield.