Expire the lifestyle of the native fisher men by joining them on a half day fishing tour. You will fish from a small wooden boat and try to see who can make the biggest catch of Tilapia or Nile Perch.

Sep 22, 2022 · Activities at Ukerewe Island include fishing, kayaking, biking, and village visits to learn about the area’s local culture. Even though these activities are interesting, their real rural style of living is the lure.

Ukerewe is the fifth-largest lake island in the world. With an area of 530 km 2 (200 sq mi), it is also the largest island in Lake Victoria and the largest lake island in Africa. [2]

Fishing is an integral part of life on Ukerewe Island. Join local fishermen on their boats for a hands-on fishing experience. Learn traditional fishing techniques and enjoy the fresh catch prepared by locals.

The shoreline of Ukerewe Island is carved into numerous bays and it is surrounded by 27 small islands surrounding the neighbourhood with 3 of them not occupied by humans and the rest are occupied by fishermen with their families.

Aug 31, 2023 · Ukerewe fisherman set nets in Lake Victoria to catch fish. The main activity for the island’s residents is fishing. PHOTO | COURTESY. Ukerew e. Ukerewe is a 500-square-kilometre island. It is Africa’s largest lake island and Mwanza’s largest island.

Ukerewe Island’s shoreline is divided into many bays, and there are 27 small islands in the area; only 3 of them are inhabited by people, while the rest are home to families of fisherman. Nansio is the area’s major community.

Discover Ukerewe Island; Excursions. 1 Dicover Ukara Island; 2 Visit Bukindo, Kitare, Irondo, Bwiru and Kagunguli Villages; 3 Visit Halwego Village & Rubya Forest; 4 Village Tour to Hamuyebe; 5 Go for fishing with a local Fisherman; 6 Cook a traditional Kerewe Food; 7 Visit the old Cotton Ginery; Map; Accommodation; Prices; Room Reservation ...

Fishing Excursions. Experience the island’s fishing culture with hands-on fishing excursions. Join local fishermen as they use traditional methods, and savor the fresh catch prepared by skilled cooks. Explore Historical Sites. Discover the historical sites that tell the story of Ukerewe.

A fishing boat moored in a calm inlet, Ukerewe island. Like large parts of rural Africa, the only jobs are fishing and farming. The white minarets of a mosque contrast with the pastel green apartments which overlook it.