Kisumu Port Readies for Cruise Ships
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- June 3, 2024
KPA engineers have finalized the design of an innovative passenger terminal at Kisumu Port, setting the stage for cruise ships to start docking at the port in the near future.
This cutting-edge terminal is set to transform travel in the Lake region with its unique fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Victoria and a soaring floating roof designed to harness natural breezes for maximum comfort.
The Kisumu Port Resilient Infrastructure Project, a collaborative initiative with TradeMark Africa, forms a vital part of the ongoing implementation of KPA Strategic Plan.
The project encompasses a modern cargo warehouse to complement the new passenger terminal, ensuring comprehensive support for both passenger and freight activities.
The Kisumu Port Projection
The terminal showcases a public concourse featuring concession areas, drop-off and arrival zones, ticketing facilities, and screening sections. Moreover, it includes passenger processing zones equipped with check-in counters, immigration, and customs facilities, as well as port health services.
Travelers can look forward to a range of amenities, such as restaurants, forex bureaus, and offices for taxi and tour operators within the terminal premises.
Designed to optimize passenger flow, the terminal includes segregated areas for ferry passengers with substantial cargo, local travelers, and international/VIP guests.
With a capacity to accommodate over 500 passengers at the jetty and 1,000 at the ferry terminal per hour, this facility aims to streamline travel operations and deliver an exceptional experience for all visitors.
What next for Kisumu Port?
Construction is currently underway at the Homa Bay pier, with Kisumu poised to emerge as a central water transport hub. Other landing sites across the lake region are also undergoing refurbishment to support this development.
