On-road driving must be observed on the 216km network of roads and tracks. The only avalbble stopping place is at of Tukai. Animal life encompasses giraffes, elephants, lions, monkeys, buffalo and crocodiles atUmanyi Springs, and a rich variety of bird life. The gate is located 2km off the main Kakamega-Webuye Road, 20km from the town ofKakamega. Colorful coral fish, dolphin, mackerel and bonito are common.
Historic caves used by slave traders are easily accessble.
From Shimoni there is a road of 1 15km also shows and motorized boats to Kisite leave daily from the Shimoni jetty. In addition to the Pemba Channel Fishing Club there are facilities at Shimoni, Wasini Island and Funzi Island. He and his game warden brother, Terence founded the reserve. There is a great wealth of animal, bird and plant life for the discerning naturalist. The river presents an area of exceptional beauty with a scattering of acacia trees anddourm palms.