Abindu means a series of small caves in one place according to the local Luo language. From the top of the caves, you would also be able to catch a glimpse of Kisumu city downwards. The hill was inhabited by the Kipsigis community decades back as far back as 500 years.
The name ABINDU is derived from the KIBINDO Sub-clan within the Kipsigis community now living in Kericho. It is said that Luo drove away the Kipsigis from their settlement area which was Abindu. Abindu was a sacred place where rituals and cultural activities were undertaken.
During long spell of droughts, the elderly people would converge at Abindu and perform rituals by slaughtering animals in form for sacrifices. They would also pray for the gods of Abindu through Mama Abindu to have a bumper harvest or good crop yield. They would also converge here during times of war (inter-tribal) to strategize and be blessed with spiritual support. It was feared that whoever would set eye on mama Abindu would not lead any better life and would die abnormally or would get insane instantly.
On this tour, you will visit Abindu Caves.
Inclusions
- Transport to Abindu Caves. This tour originates from Kisumu.
- Tour Guide
- A bottle of water
Exclusions
- Transport to and from Kisumu
- Lunch
Price
- Kenyan Local Tourist Kshs 2500
- International Tourist Kshs 5000