This primary tropical rainforest is surrounded by a densely populated and intensively cultivated area. The forest might be explored from two distantly separated camp-sites, “Udo’s Bandas and Campsite” in Buyangu (northern part of the forest) and Forest Rest House in Isecheno (southern part). I stayed in Buyangu (00°21’38.2”N 34°51’24.9”E), which is located two kilometers from the main road connecting two towns, Kitale (base for climbing Mt. Elgon) and Kakamega. Solo walks are permitted in the Forest Reserve. There is a network of poorly maintained trails from “Udo’s Bandas and Campsite” going through the dense and otherwise nearly impenetrable forest, the longest trail is about seven kilometers along the Isiukhu River. This area is rich with fallen trees in different stages of decay, good leaf litter and other indications of a good primary forest are present. During the week I spent there I met no other people while collecting in the forest. There were heavy rains every afternoon with an average of about 10-12 mm per day. Experienced guides, cooks and field assistants may be hired (contact Caleb Ihaji Analo, E-mail: ihaji@webcenter.swiftkisumu.com).
