ROUTES
ONE LAKE. THREE DISTANCES.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE.
From an inclusive community run to the signature half marathon, every LVCR route carries one purpose: move for the lake we all share.
All routes start and finish at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds, Kisumu, subject to final technical approval. Detailed course maps, elevation profiles, start times, hydration points, medical stations, road-closure information and cut-off times will be published before race day.
5KM - Move Together
- ROUTE CHARACTER
- Short, social and welcoming
- DESIGNED FOR
- Families, walkers, first-time runners, schools and community groups
- PROFILE
- Flat · festival atmosphere
- YOUR CHALLENGE
- Complete the distance, make the pledge and bring someone into the movement
OFFICIAL COURSE MAP
APPROVED 2026Lake Victoria Shoreline Course.
All distances start and finish at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds in Kisumu. Runners journey down Achieng' Oneko and Harambee Roads, running along the scenic Lake Victoria shoreline past the Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, Hippo Point, and Dunga Beach Boardwalk.
Move Together for the Lake
Fast, welcoming, flat shoreline run. Ideal for families, walkers, first-time runners, corporate teams, and schools.
- Start & Finish: Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds
- Turnaround: Impala Sanctuary Main Gate
- Highlights: Achieng' Oneko Rd, KCB Roundabout, Ojijo Oteko Rd, Harambee Rd
Rise to the Lakeside Challenge
An energising coastal route winding past iconic Kisumu landmarks with refreshing breezes and personal best potential.
- Start & Finish: Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds
- Turnaround: Dunga Beach Boardwalk
- Highlights: Kisumu Yacht Club, Hippo Point, Dunga Hill Camp, Dunga Wetland & Market
Water Stations
Impala, Hippo Point, Dunga Beach
Medical Aid
Start/Finish & mobile response units
Safety & Marshals
Closed lanes & traffic escorts
Lake Views
Panoramic lakeside viewing zones
WHAT EVERY ROUTE INCLUDES
The Support Is Built In.
A clearly marked course with trained marshals
Hydration and medical support along the approved route
A shared start-and-finish experience at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds, Kisumu
Safety information issued before race day
Access to the World Fisheries Day and festival experience
A direct connection to the Guardians pledge and Living Dashboard
Production note: publish only after the race and medical teams confirm these provisions.
Prepare Responsibly
Train for your selected distance, follow official event updates and do not attempt a distance beyond your current fitness or medical readiness. Participants with a health condition should seek professional medical guidance before registering or competing.
Respect The Lakefront
Use designated waste points, follow marshal instructions and leave every section of the route cleaner than you found it. Your run should leave more than footprints.
Pick Your Distance. Carry The Message.
Every route starts and finishes at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Grounds, Kisumu, and every kilometre moves the movement forward.